Learn to paddleboard with a private pro lesson on calm Lake Conway
2 Hours
Up to 4 people
Paddleboard, paddle, life vest
Build paddleboarding skills with a private, beginner-friendly lesson on Lake Conway. Learn balance, paddling, turning, and water safety, then practice in shallow water at the white sandbar.
Minimum age is 8, and guests under 18 must be with a parent or guardian. Maximum weight per paddleboard is 350 lbs. No alcohol or pets during the lesson, and there are no restrooms on site.
Full refund if you cancel 72+ hours before your booking. No refund for cancellations on the day of your booking, late arrivals, or no-shows. Operator may cancel due to unsafe weather or safety concerns; refunds are not issued in these cases.
Yes. Each participant must complete a waiver before check-in.
Wear a bathing suit or athletic clothing that can get wet. Bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a reusable water bottle. Keep belongings light on your board; use a dry bag for small items like keys or a phone (a dry bag is provided if you don’t have one).
No. The lesson meets at a private residence with no on-site restrooms. Public restrooms are available at Warren Park (open 8am–6pm), about a 2-minute drive away.
Private Residence | 6805 Barby Lane, Belle Isle, FL 32812
Rachelle and Craig run a standout paddleboarding operation that consistently delivers exceptional experiences across multiple Florida springs and waterways. Guests rave about both guides' welcoming personalities, extensive knowledge of local wildlife and history, and ability to make everyone feel comfortable on the water, regardless of experience level. The tours attract everyone from first-timers to seasoned paddlers, and the guides excel at spotting wildlife—manatees, otters, dolphins, gators, and various birds are frequently mentioned. What really sets this operation apart is the attention to detail and relaxed atmosphere. Equipment is set up before arrival, boards are high quality (including SUPs with seats), and guides take photos throughout so guests can stay present. The personable, laid-back approach creates memorable experiences rather than rushed tours. Multiple reviewers mention booking again or planning return visits, with locations including Winter Park, Rainbow Springs, Silver Springs, and Merritt Island all receiving enthusiastic praise. It's clearly a family-run business that treats guests like friends.
We had a great experience overall! Our guide was informative about the land and animals, and he was very welcoming. He led us to some great areas. We saw lots of birds, some dolphins, and a manatee swam right by my board! There was also an area during the tour where we could get off our boards to swim. They provide a dry bag (to store your phone or whatever else you don’t want to get wet) that clips to your board, and you can also easily secure your water to the board. Before the tour, our guide called us and told us exactly where to park and meet him at.
Libby Meraz
June 27, 2026
We had a great experience overall! Our guide was informative about the land and animals, and he was very welcoming. He led us to some great areas. We saw lots of birds, some dolphins, and a manatee swam right by my board! There was also an area during the tour where we could get off our boards to swim. They provide a dry bag (to store your phone or whatever else you don’t want to get wet) that clips to your board, and you can also easily secure your water to the board. Before the tour, our guide called us and told us exactly where to park and meet him at.
Libby Meraz
June 27, 2026
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