No worries! Being in shape is not a requirement, the whole point is to improve from wherever we are currently at and Drift to the next point. An open mind is required though! We are all about modifying and amplifying to every Drifters ability. So, if you’re a runner with tight hamstrings or a computer-desk-worker with sore shoulders, we’ll help you out. No judgment!

Swimming is important. You want to feel comfortable enough in the event that you take a dip in the deep end of a pool or need to retrieve your board in the river. We suggest if you are not a strong swimmer that you wear your PFD at all times on the river or request the shallow end of the pool, depending on where your class is being held.

Additionally your SUP instructor is certified by the World Paddle Association (WPA) in water safety education and CPR.

Most likely. When Stand Up Paddling or doing SUP Fitness, our feet (and sometimes up to our knees) get wet. When working out on the board, the only likelihood you’ll fall in is if you’re really pushing your edge and challenging yourself, or if you forget to engage that all important core We welcome a little splashing, and you may just want to after a sweaty workout.

We’ve got boards, paddles, and all the gear. We suggest bringing a towel, a change of clothes, sunglasses, and some water.

We suggest leaving the following at either home, the pool deck, or on the shore: cell phone, camera, expensive sunglasses (trust us on this one!), watch, baseball caps (try one of our hats instead—they float!). Basically anything you couldn’t live without shouldn’t come on the board.

We will help you at the end of class to get that amazing selfie of your fun adventure with us to share with others so don’t worry that you will miss out on that picture perfect moment by leaving your phone behind.