Intro class to paddle boarding

Option 1: Introduction to Paddle Technique

(2 Levels Available: Beginner Fundamentals or Advanced Technique, adapted to your skill level) A 2-hour session including:

• 20–30 mins: On-land lesson & safety briefing

• 90–100 mins: On-water exercises to improve your stroke, discover advanced techniques, try fun balance games, and explore nature.

Option 2: The Two-in-One!

Intro to SUP & Eco-Exploration A 3-hour session including:

• 20–30 mins: On-land lesson & safety briefing

• 150–160 mins: On-water exercises to perfect your technique, master advanced skills, enjoy balance games, and embark on a scenic lake exploration to deepen your new skills.

Option 3: Race & Fitness Discovery Training

🔥 NEW SPECIALIZED COURSE – TECHNICAL & CARDIO TRAINING ON A 14’ RACE BOARD 🔥

Do you already paddleboard or have a great fitness level? Looking to push your limits and discover an intense, highly technical, and thrilling sport?

Welcome to the world of SUP Race with Echo Aloha.

For 11 years, we have been THE reference for paddleboard instruction in the Laurentians. Today, we are thrilled to introduce a brand-new formula that merges high performance, technique, and pure fun on the water.

WHAT THIS COURSE IS ABOUT:

• 🏁 Dynamic technical training on 14’ carbon race boards.

• 💥 An introduction to SUP Racing, a booming global discipline.

• 💪 A challenge for your physical limits, focusing on cardio and power.

• 🌊 An exclusive experience available in Private, Semi-Private, or Trio formats—fully supervised, personalized, and adapted to your pace.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• ✅ Pivot Turns (Step-Back Turns): How to maneuver and turn sharply and efficiently.

• ✅ Drafting: The art of riding in the wake of another paddler to conserve energy.

• ✅ Power Strokes: Mastering technique, cadence, and stroke length.

• ✅ Beach Starts: Running and launching from the shore with your board.

• ✅ Race Transitions & Buoy Turns: Navigating course scenarios smoothly.

• ✅ Alignment & Stability: Maintaining balance and tracking straight at high speeds.

• ✅ Cardio Training: Endurance work, intervals, and pushing past your comfort zone.

• ✅ Explosive Starts: Mastering acceleration off the line.

• ✅ Body & Paddle Positioning: Finding your optimal biomechanical stance.

• ✅ Water & Weather Reading: Understanding conditions to maximize your performance.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

• Fitness enthusiasts, runners, cross-trainers, or water sports lovers.

• Anyone looking to elevate their physical and technical skills.

• Paddlers curious about SUP racing or experienced riders seeking a new challenge.

🎯 Our Goal: To give you a high-energy, safe, and rewarding session that blends the joy of being on the water with personal achievement.

• 📍 Location: To be determined based on weather and water conditions.

• 🌐 Info & Bookings: info@echoaloha.com

Our Lesson Locations:

We can bring the adventure to you or meet you at one of our beautiful spots across the region:

• Morin-Heights (Rivière à Simon)

• St-Adolphe-d’Howard

• Rivière du Nord (several sections available)

• Ste-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson

• Arundel (Adventure & Exploration packages)

• Mont-Tremblant (Upon special request)

• Rivière Rouge

• Sainte-Adèle

• Right at your waterfront property / private lake!

📞 Contact us: (438) 888-7209