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Build up your skills with Workshops at the Toronto Islands

Explore and discover paddle sports! We offer unique workshops lead by inspirational leaders from the Toronto paddling community to build skills in SUP Racing, SUP Surfing and more. 
Upcoming events:
  • ​Advanced SUP Race Skills: Join Maddi on July 30, 2023 at 10:00-11:30 am
  • SUP Surf Skills: Join Jordan-na on August 20, 2023 at 10 AM 
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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. Workshops require a minimum of 2 guests to participate. You will not be charged and the experience will not run until the minimum requirements are met
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ACRO ISLAND FIELD TRIP 

Join us alongside Acro Toronto (Anya Taraboulsy) for a special 2 hour acro and SUP session followed by lunch at the Island Cafe and a beach jam on Ward's beach. Acro Toronto and Toronto Island SUP are joining forces again to offer an unforgettable adventure where you'll learn the art of paddling and delve into exciting acro techniques on the board.​ Experience will be lead under the expert guidance of Julian & Anya. No SUP experience necessary but some basic partner acro experience is recommended. Lunch not included.
August 27 2023 at 11 AM
Duration: 2 hours
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Have you ever thought about joining in on one of the local events in the Toronto SUP racing scene? Or are you already involved but looking to improve your skill? We are lucky to host Maddi LeBlanc as a leader in this unique workshop based on the skills needed for flatwater SUP racing.
Join Maddi on July 30, 2023 at 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Duration: 90 min
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  • Types of equipment 
  • Starts 
  • Carrying and launching your board 
  • Racing strokes 
  • Race tactics 
  • Turns
  • And more! ​
Essential Race Skills
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Maddi is a passionate and inspirational SUP athlete born and raised in the heart of Niagra. In 2017, she claimed the Ontario SUP Series overall Open Female Category winner as well as the Elite Female category in 2018. When she is not on the water, she’s supporting her fundraiser “On Board”, dedicated to raising money for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Learn more about Maddi 
here.
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Ask a question about this program by emailing info@torontoislandsup.com
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This flat water workshop is geared towards those who are new to SUP surf and would like to learn the skills needed to be ready for the upcoming Great Lakes surf season in the fall and winter! Build confidence to take your paddle board into the surf zone with a certified SUP instructor!
Join Jordan-na on August 20, 2023 at 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Duration: 90 min
*The photos below feature riders on the waves of the great lakes. This course takes place on flat water to build the skills needed to eventually ride these epic swells.*
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  • Equipment
  • Safety
  • Etiquette
  • Where to find waves
  • Footwork
  • Advanced turns
  • And more!
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Jordan-na is an instructor, writer, and community builder who paddles and surfs the Great Lakes year-round. A recognizable face in the local scene since 2012, she obtained her first instructor certification in 2017, and is now a Paddle Canada instructor. She has been featured in a national campaign for Tourism Canada and she has been interviewed by several media outlets such as PBS, Breakfast Television, and the Toronto Star. Jordan-na is a proud team member of Taiga Board, a ROXY brand ambassador, and a co-organizer for Lake Surfistas.

Learn more about Jordan-na here.
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Ask a question about this program by emailing info@torontoislandsup.com
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We offer 3 options for keeping your belongings safe and dry while on the water. Keep in mind, one phone size dry bags is included for each participant in the workshop. Extra add ons such as lockers can easily be added to your booking at the end of checkout. 
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Please Note: We are not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings. Add ons are available while supplies last. If the add-on is unavailable when you arrive, we will refund you or provide an alternative solution to store your belongings.

​Phone Size Dry Bag ​

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Fits one phone per bag

​​Medium/Large Dry Bag

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​Sizes: 
 Medium: 15 L 
 Large: 55 L

​On-site Locker

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*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"
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Please make sure to check the Toronto Island Ferry website before your experience. Ferry rides are typically 10 minutes long and depart the city terminal once every hour. For more details, please see our Contact Us page.

Big Tip: take a screenshot and save this image on to your mobile device! As part of our sustainability efforts, we do not provide takeaway disposable maps on site. ​
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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. ​ ​
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    • SUNSET SAFARI
    • SUP YOGA
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