Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson: Costa Brava S'Agaró

Master paddleboarding basics, then paddle the S'Agaró coastline

A 1.5-hour stand-up paddleboarding lesson in S'Agaró bay, Costa Brava, for beginners. An instructor teaches you stance, paddling and balance on shore, then guides you into calm water to practice before you paddle along the coastline and explore caves and islands from the sea. All boards, paddles, life jackets and professional instruction are included. Small groups ensure personalized attention.

The experience

You start on the beach at S'Agaró with a brief onshore session where the instructor covers the fundamentals: proper stance, paddling technique and how to stay balanced on the board. The lesson is built for people who have never paddled before, so the pace stays with beginners and the focus stays on feeling steady before you leave the sand. Once you're ready, you head into the calm, clear water of the bay itself: a protected space where the instructor stays close and adjusts the guidance to how you're doing.

After you've practiced the basics in the shallows, you paddle out along the S'Agaró coastline. The route passes caves, small islands and channels carved into the cliffs, all visible only from the water. The instructor leads the way and points out the landscape as you go, keeping the pace relaxed so you can take in the views and feel the rhythm of paddling without strain. The whole session runs 1.5 hours from start to finish.

The operator provides the board, paddle, life jacket and wetsuit (on colder days). A rescue motor boat stands by if needed. You get a safe place to leave your belongings, a changing room, and civil liability and accident insurance as part of the booking. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and children from age 10 can join if accompanied by an adult. You'll need to be a confident swimmer: the operator requires it before anyone gets on the water.

What’s included

• Professional instruction in English or Spanish.
• stand-up paddleboard and paddle.
• life jacket.
• wetsuit on colder days.
• civil liability and accident insurance.
• safe storage for belongings.
• changing room access.
• rescue motor boat on standby if needed.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 4 Aug 2027

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AgesAdult (14 to 70 years) · Child (10 to 13 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Escola de Vela & Kayak Sant Pol - Costa Brava

Is this one for you?Small groups keep the instruction personalized, so you get feedback as you learn rather than being one of many. Book this if you're comfortable in the water and want a guided introduction to paddleboarding in a protected bay, not a solo self-guided paddle or a high-speed tour.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 13 years). Under 10: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like in S'Agaró bay when I'm learning?

S'Agaró bay stays calm and clear, which is why the operator chose it for beginners. The protected waters let you focus on balance and technique without fighting current or waves, and the visibility means you can see the seafloor as you practice.

Do I need paddleboarding experience to book this lesson?

No. The lesson is designed for beginners with no prior paddleboarding experience. The instructor teaches the basics on shore before you enter the water, and you practice in a safe, shallow area with guidance before paddling the coastline.

What happens if I'm not confident in the water?

You must be a comfortable swimmer to participate: the operator requires this before anyone starts. If swimming isn't your strength, this activity isn't the right fit, and the operator won't allow participation.

Can my 11-year-old join me on the paddleboard?

Children from age 10 can participate, but they must be accompanied by an adult throughout the lesson. The adult and child don't share a board. Each person gets their own.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The lesson includes the paddleboard, paddle, life jacket, wetsuit (on cold days), professional instruction, insurance and a safe place for your belongings. You don't need to bring equipment. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a change of clothes. Public transport options are nearby if you need to get to the beach.