Transcript title
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Credits
1
Grading mode
Standard letter grades
Total contact hours
30
Other hours
30
Course Description
Introduction into the world of stand-up paddle boarding. Designed for all levels, teaches the fundamentals of stand-up paddle boarding with a qualified instructor. Introduces skills for proper paddling technique, safety considerations and trip planning. Participants should be comfortable in and around the water. Equipment provided.
Course learning outcomes
1. Explain the relationship between human behavior and health.
2. Safely store and transport SUP (racking, car topping, lifting, carrying and launching).
3. Perform assisted and self-rescue (get back on your board, assist others to get back on their board).
4. Utilize proper paddling techniques (forward, reverse and turning strokes).
5. Adapt to conditions (wind, current, boat wake, waves) that affect the SUP board and paddler.
Content outline
- Introduction to Stand UP Paddleboarding
- Gear and Equipment orientation
- Fundamentals of Paddle boarding
- Safety and Rescue
- Environmental topics
Required materials
Appropriate equipment will be highlighted and discussed in the first class.
General education/Related instruction lists
