Your leash is a vital piece of safety equipment — but the wrong type can put you at risk. Learn the different leash options and when, where and how each should be used.

Moving water brings hazards that every paddler needs to understand. Learn how rivers and flowing water affect your safety, including why your equipment and leash choices need extra consideration.

Choosing the right location is one of the most important safety decisions you’ll make. Learn what to consider before launching and how to recognise whether a paddling spot is suitable for you.

Conditions can change a safe paddle very quickly. Learn how wind and weather affect your session, what to check before heading out and why understanding the forecast really matters.

If you paddle on tidal water, understanding what the water is doing is essential. Learn the basics of tides and tidal flow so you can better plan when and where to paddle.

The right equipment can make a huge difference when something doesn’t go to plan. Learn what safety kit to consider taking and how to prepare properly before heading onto the water.

Dress for the water, conditions and session — not just the weather on land. Learn what clothing to consider so you’re better prepared if you get wet, cold or conditions change.

A PFD can be an essential part of your safety setup. Understand the different options available, what they are designed to do and when you should consider wearing one.

Better balance will make every aspect of your paddling easier. Discover simple exercises and techniques you can practise both on and off the water to feel more stable and confident on your SUP.

Regular or goofy simply describes which foot you naturally prefer forward. Find your stance and understand why knowing it will help as you progress into step-back turns, surfing and more advanced skills.

Small changes can make a big difference. We highlight some common mistakes made by newer paddlers and show you simple ways to improve your control, confidence and overall experience on the water.

A simple but very useful trick! Learn how to take the initial pressure out of your inflatable SUP quietly, before fully deflating and packing your board away.

Still switching paddle sides more than you’d like? We look at paddle technique, body position, board setup and conditions to help you understand what’s stopping your SUP from tracking straight.

Refine your paddle stroke to go further with less effort. Learn how better technique can increase power and efficiency while reducing unnecessary strain and helping prevent injury.

Paddling into wind can be hard work, but good technique makes a huge difference. Learn how to adjust your stance and paddling to make progress when conditions are working against you.

Ready to improve the step-back turn you learned earlier? Refine your footwork, balance and paddle technique to make your turns smoother, quicker and more controlled.

Board size matters. Understand how your weight, ability and intended use influence the size of iSUP you need, helping you choose a board that offers the right stability and performance.

Start by learning the language of SUP. Understand key terms used to describe boards, including length, width, volume, rocker and rails, making it easier to understand the equipment you’re using.

Now you know the terminology, see how different board shapes affect performance. Learn what key design features mean on the water and how they influence stability, speed, manoeuvrability and glide.

Not all beginner boards are the same. Compare all-round, fast-cruising and touring SUPs to understand their strengths and help decide which type of board best suits the paddling you want to do.

Fins can noticeably change how your SUP behaves. Learn about some of the most common fin shapes and understand how your choice can affect tracking, stability and manoeuvrability.

One fin or three? Understand the differences between common single-fin and multi-fin setups, what they change on the water and which configurations are most useful for different types of paddling.

You’ll see volume quoted on almost every SUP, but what does it actually mean? Understand litres, buoyancy and how board volume relates to your weight, stability and choice of board.

Struggling to stay standing when conditions get more challenging? Understand the factors affecting your balance and learn practical techniques to help you feel more stable and confident on your board.

Sometimes good balance isn’t enough. Learn essential paddle brace techniques that use your paddle for support, helping you recover from wobbles and stay on your board when your balance is challenged.

Put your step-back turn skills to the test. Get onto the tail, turn the board and see how many controlled step-back turns you can complete in just 30 seconds.

Time to get your feet moving! Cross-step towards the nose and back again, testing your balance, footwork and ability to stay in control as you move around your board.

How good is your balance on one foot? Move around the board and discover how changing your position affects stability, trim and the way your SUP responds beneath you.

Put your paddling fitness to the test with a challenge designed to get you working harder, while highlighting how maintaining good technique becomes more difficult as you start to tire.

How high can you lift the nose? Use your footwork, balance and weight distribution to control the board from the tail and see how long you can hold a SUP wheelie.

Challenge your balance and board control by seeing just how far you can push yourself and your SUP. It’s a simple challenge that gets harder the further you go.

Ready to leave the board — and hopefully land back on it? Test your balance, coordination and confidence by attempting a full 360° jump on your SUP.

Test your paddle handling with the quick paddle switch. Improve your coordination and see how smoothly and quickly you can move the paddle from one side to the other.

Grab a paddling partner and test your teamwork! With two people on one SUP, balance, communication and coordination all become essential to keep the board moving — and everyone dry.

Put your paddle technique to the test by seeing how cleanly you can paddle without making a splash.

Test your paddle control and board skills with this fun pick-up challenge. How smoothly can you complete it?

Challenge yourself to paddle your SUP in a straight line and discover how good technique can improve your tracking and control.

How quickly can you get from the water to paddling? Test your ability to climb aboard, get to your feet and start moving — a useful skill as well as a great challenge.

How far can you travel in just ten strokes? Starting from a standstill, put your power and paddle efficiency to the test and see how much distance you can achieve.