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Julian GantonPhotocred @kateandkeithphotography
​Hi. I'm Julian, the owner of Toronto Island SUP Inc. (TISUP) and an International Surf Association SUP Instructor.

I grew up on Toronto Island and spent most of my youth in and on the water sailing, swimming and paddling. After studying in Hawaii and falling in love with the surf and SUP culture their, I created this business with hopes to fuse that lifestyle with our own unique way of life here. TISUP is the megaphone through which I spread the values that I believe we need to make this world a better place: fostering community, respect for our natural world and the importance of having experiences over things. I've travelled all over the world in an effort to find examples of these values in practice and to bring them home to share and continue this wonderful community of water people.

I've built a dedicated staff who I trust and respect deeply for the unique and demanding work they do for our community and the natural world.

​See me on LinkedIn.

TISUP instructors are certified with either Paddle Canada as Basic and Advanced SUP Instructors or with the International Surf Association as SUP Instructors. Our goal is to give you a fun and safe learning environment on the waters of Lake Ontario in either the calm waters of the lagoon or the open lake at Wards Beach. Unique and exciting classes are provided to individuals and groups all throughout the summer. There is something for everyone whether you are a total beginner or an advanced paddler looking for some extra training and fun.
TISUP Crew 2018
TISUP Crew 2018

Location

Activity Location: JJGR+QW Toronto, Ontario* 

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

Contact Us

Mailing Address: 4 Channel Avenue,  Toronto, ON, M5J 1Y4

Phone Number: (416) 899-1668
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*Due to high volumes of customers on the weekends, it's hard for us to answer every phone call. If you are calling about being late and shifting your booking and we don't pickup, please just show up and we will try and move you as best we can.

Email: info@torontoislandsup.com

Hours

JUNE 1 to SEPT 30

Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM to roughly an hour before sunset

Saturday - Sunday: 9:30 AM to 7PM

*Some experiences happen outside these hours.
**Closed on days with inclement weather such as extreme winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms. 
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. ​ ​