Enjoy the islands and gain new skills with a standup paddle board (SUP) lesson!

Learn the SUP basics with a certified Paddle Canada SUP Instructor. Learn how to launch your board, paddle in a straight line, turn and more! Looking for something more private? Contact us to arrange tailored experiences to suit your needs. After booking, you'll receive a link to a waiver which is automatically associated with your reservation. Alternatively, you can access the waivers via the link in the website footer.
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​Already know the basics? Looking to enhance your skills? We offer intermediate and advanced accredited courses through Paddle Canada.
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. Lessons require a minimum of 2 guests to participate. You will not be charged and the lesson will not run until the minimum requirements are met
Duration: 75 min
  • 2-6 participants 
SCHEDULE:
June & September:
  • Thursday - Friday at 6 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday at 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM
July & August:
  • Tuesday - Friday at 1:15 PM, 6 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday at 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM
Duration: 75 min
  • ​1 participant: $80 each
  • 2 participants (semi-private): $64 each
SCHEDULE:
​June - September:
  • Tuesday - Friday at 10:45 AM, 3 PM, 6 PM
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Additional times upon request. Please email: [email protected]
​NOTE:
  • If joining a group lesson as an individual, the class must have at least 2 people for it to run. Prepare to change the date if this is the case. You will be notified if the class does not fill up.
  • Automatic family discount for groups of 3+ people (10% off), 6+ people (15% off).
ADDITIONAL INFO:
We offer an additional hour for $10 after every lesson for guests to practice their skills and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Toronto Islands. However, during the months of August and September, the additional hour will not be available due to the earlier sunset. Please note that this limitation is a result of our operating hours being aligned with daylight.​
  • Board anatomy 
  • Board theory
  • Paddling techniques 
  • Weather and water safety
  • Positioning on the board
  • Paddling in a straight line
  • Turning 
  • Balancing 
  • And many other techniques!
Contact Emma for large group bookings at emma@torontoislandsup.com

DOGGY PADDLE

​​Paddling with a dog can be tricky. At TISUP, we are thrilled to guide you in this program to support your furry friends on the water. You will learn how to paddle with your dog, get good positioning on the board, how to retrieve them if they fall off, safety gear options and so on. Remember to bring your own dog and life preserver if necessary!

2025 dates for this event are on Saturdays at 11 am: 
  • July 26 and Aug 23
​​Duration: 75 mins
We provide three options to keep your belongings safe and dry during your water activities. Please note, each participant in the Intro to SUP lesson receives a complimentary dry bag suitable for a phone. Additional add-ons, such as lockers, can be conveniently included at the end of the checkout process.

Please be aware that we are not liable for any lost or stolen personal items. Add-ons are available while supplies last. If an add-on is unavailable upon your arrival, we will offer a refund or provide an alternative solution for storing your belongings.

​Phone Size Dry Bag ​

Fits one phone per bag.

​​Medium/Large Dry Bag​

Accommodates small to medium sized essentials such as snacks, a phone, and a shirt.
Sizes (volume): 
 Medium: 15 L 
 Large: 55 L

On-site Locker​

Available for the duration of your booking only. 
Sizes (width x depth x height):
Small: 11 3/4 x 16 7/8 x 11 3/4" 
Large: 11 3/4 x 16 3/4 x 23 1/4"

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.