Get certified with Paddle Canada.

Enter the Paddle Canada stream to advance your potential in the SUP world. We offer courses for:

  • Paddle Canada Basic SUP Skills course
  • Paddle Canada Advanced SUP Skills course​​
  • Paddle Canada Basic Flatwater SUP Instructor course
  • Standard first aid & CPR-C​

2025 dates are:

  • Basic SUP Skills Course. Join us on: June 7 and August 16 from 10 am - 1 pm​
  • Advanced SUP Skills Course. Join us on: June 7 and August 16 from 2 pm - 5 pm
  • Basic Flatwater SUP Instructor Course. Join us on: July 11-13 (16 hour course)​
Important Info: 
  1. After completing your booking you will receive an automatic email outlining your next steps. If you don't receive the email (check your junk mail first), click here for further instructions. 
  2. ​Please arrive on time. We may not be able to extend your booking if you arrive too late.
  3. Experiences are subject to inclement weather. If it is deemed unsafe to be on the water, we will cancel your booking and you will receive a full refund.
  4. Accredited courses require a minimum of 2-3 guests to participate. The experience will not run unless the minimum guest requirements are met.
Start your journey in stand up paddleboarding stream by earning the necessary skills here. These courses are also great for the hobbyist paddlers looking to take a deeper look into stand up paddleboarding skills. When considering the bundle course vs taking them separately, there are some things to think about. The Basic Skills course is the entry point into the Paddle Canada program and is achievable for novice paddlers. The Advanced Skills course is harder and we want to make sure that students get the most value and chance at success. That being said, if you are a new paddler, it might be wise to take these two courses separately and get some paddling practice in between them. If you have at least moderate experience paddleboarding, taking the bundle course might be for you. If you're not sure, reach out and ask. There have been some cases where students have failed the advanced portion due to lack of experience and ability to demonstrate certain skills. In cases like this, there is no refund and the course must be taken again to obtain the certification. To learn more about the program, please visit the Paddle Canada website.

Prerequisites
Basic SUP Skills: none
Advanced SUP Skills: Basic SUP Skills or equivalent experience
  • Falling off safely
  • Remounting the board
  • Use of leash 
  • Understanding weather and paddle conditions 
  • Safety equipment 
  • Injury prevention
  • Lifting and carrying the board 
  • Choosing and holding the board 
  • Mounting a board at a beach or dock 
  • Prone paddling 
  • Paddling while kneeling 
  • Standing up 
  • And so much more! ​
  • Board design 
  • Board outfitting
  • Clothing 
  • Equipment care 
  • Transporting a SUP 
  • And more!
Become a certified SUP instructor through our Paddle Canada course. The program spans 16 hours over a weekend, with a virtual session on Friday evening and in-person training on Saturday and Sunday.
Prerequisites:
  • Completion of Paddle Canada's Basic and Advanced SUP Skills courses.
  • Must be 16 years of age or older.
  • Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification (can be done afterwards).
We offer an in-house First Aid and CPR-C course every three years as part of our staff training. Please refer to our upcoming schedule or contact us to join, or you may obtain certification through organizations at any other time such as the Red Cross or F.A.S.T. Rescue.
Upon successful completion, you'll be qualified to conduct Paddle Canada Basic SUP skills courses and certify paddlers at that level. 
Important: 
You will be required to obtain a Paddle Canada membership. To obtain a membership, visit the Paddle Canada website here. This can be done prior to or after the course. 
  • Join Instructor Trainer Julian Ganton on: 
    • July 11-13

As a certified Basic SUP Instructor, you will be able to:

  • Conduct Paddle Canada Basic SUP skills courses and to certify paddlers at that level,
  • Assist on Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater SUP skills courses,
  • Apprentice on Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater SUP skills courses, and
  • Teach stand up paddleboarding on protected flatwater with easy landing options

Location

Activity Location: JJGR+QW Toronto, Ontario* 

​*this location does not actually have a real address and is just past (South West of) the Riviera Restaurant and Algonquin bridge on Wards Island. 

Contact Us

Mailing Address: 18 Elmer Avenue,  Toronto, ON, M4L 3R7

Phone Number: (416) 899-1668
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Due to increased customer activity on weekends, we may not be able to answer every phone call promptly. If you're running late for your booking and cannot reach us by phone, please proceed to our location, and we will do our best to accommodate you. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.

General email: [email protected]
Business owner, Julian Ganton: [email protected]

Hours

JUNE 1 to SEPT 30

JUNE, JULY: 
weekdays: 10am-8pm (last rental at 7pm)
weekends: 9:30am-7pm (last rental at 6pm)

AUGUST:
weekdays: 10am-7:30pm (last rental at 6:30pm)
weekends: 9:30am-7pm (last rental at 6pm)

SEPTEMBER: 
weekdays: 10am-7pm (last rental at 6pm)
weekends: 9:30am-7pm (last rental at 6pm)

*Some experiences happen outside these hours such as SUP Yoga and Sunset Safari.
**Closed on days with inclement weather such as extreme winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms. 
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Cancellation policy: You must give at least 24 hour notice for cancellation to receive a full refund for most experiences. Cancellations within the 24 hour period leading up to event may be eligible for store credits. 
Minimum requirement for participation: requires the ability to swim short distances and tread water without a personal flotation device (PFD) or lifejacket on. We do not do a swim test and rely on the honesty of the participants to answer this question truthfully in order to remain safe on the water. A properly fitted and sized PFD or lifejacket is required to be worn for all TISUP on-water experiences. Please be on time upon returning equipment. Late fees may be added especially for end of day rentals returning after our closing time. ​ ​
**Only available during our regular season.