Paddleboard with Active360 Richmond
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is the world's fastest growing watersport. It's a fantastic way to see the world from a new viewpoint, to get fit, and to make new friends.
Active360 Richmond offer a range of paddleboard trips, lessons and adventures to suit anybody on a beautiful stretch of the River Thames in Richmond, London.
We want to engender a passion for the River Thames and the surrounding waterways and paddleboarding in Richmond is the perfect way to do that.
Once you've decided that paddleboarding is your new favourite hobby, then we're here to help you learn new skills, plan adventures, or get the new SUP kit you need.
We are pleased to announce that we are now offering paddleboard rental, and self-guided expeditions for single-household groups at our Richmond site, and at Hampton Court. Follow the link below to see the available sessions. If you aren't comfortable with paddling without a guide, we are still offering our fantastic 1:1 coached sessions at both sites.
Two-hour Private Paddleboard Sessions
Private one to one 2-hour paddleboarding lesson - just for you!
£59pp
Now that the initial lockdown restrictions have been eased, we are allowed to run 1:1 SUP sessions with one person per paddleboard coach. If you and another person from your household want to get out of the house together, they can book a separate SUP session running at a similar time, which we can run with a second coach. All equipment will be disinfected between every session, and social distancing will be respected.
Paddleboarding is a great way to keep fit, make friends, have fun and to see a different side of the city. Join our trips and we'll show you the basics of paddle safety, and paddle technique, including turns, self-rescue, and of course, how to stand-up!
We're pleased to say that we are now offering these trips from our traditional Richmond riverside base - where you'll get to paddle past Ham House, and have a chance of seeing the Thames seal - and from Hampton Court Palace!
We're sure that once you've paddled once, you'll want to do it again, so completing the SUP session allows you to come back at a discounted returning paddler rate. Just select the returning option and enter your details when booking.
Paddle and Pick Eco Trips
We're sorry, but our Paddle and Pick Eco trips are not running at the moment. They will return once social distancing restrictions are eased.
Help clean up the river by coming on a plastic clean-up session with us. We know the Thames is not just a beautiful place to paddle, but is also one of the most important wildlife corridors in the UK. We'd like to make sure it remains a safe place for wildlife above and below water.
You will be paddling on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames, either upstream from Richmond towards Eel Pie Island and Teddington, or downstream towards Isleworth, Kew Gardens and Chiswick. It is a great way to see some of the most beautiful areas of south-west London while paddleboarding.
We will provide you with gloves and a litter picker, paddle, buoyancy aid, and of course a board. After a safety briefing our experienced coaches will then take you out on the Thames to help us remove as much plastic from the water as possible. You'll leave the items with us at the end of the trip and we will make sure to recycle as much of it as is possible.
Post-Work Paddle
We're sorry, these sessions are not running at the moment. We will be running them again once social distancing restrictions have been eased.
Let the stress of the working week float away as we take you on an evening paddleboard adventure on the water with a chilled out stop for a drink at a charming riverside pub.
Richmond is an absolutely idyllic and very safe location for stand-up paddleboarding, and you’ll be paddling on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames. This 2.5 hour session is open to both beginners and more experienced paddlers.
After a short briefing on paddle safety and technique we'll head out onto the river. Depending on tide and conditions we will either head from Richmond upriver towards Eel Pie Island and Teddington, or downstream towards Isleworth and Kew Gardens.
From there you can head home, feeling refreshed and ready for the weekend.
Dawn Patrol
Various Days
Two-Hour Paddleboarding Session
£69pp
Join us for one of our early morning paddles on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames. The river is usually very quiet with amazing light and lots of wildlife at this time.
Now that the initial lockdown restrictions have been eased, we are allowed to run 1:1 sessions with one person per paddleboard coach. If you and another person from your household want to get out of the house together they can book a separate session running at a similar time, which we can run with a second coach
This trip is open to people who have paddled on one of Active360's sessions on the tidal Thames before, and who are reasonably confident on their board. After a reintroduction to paddle safety and technique we'll head out onto the river.
Depending on tide and conditions we will either head from Richmond upriver towards Eel Pie Island and Teddington, or downstream towards Isleworth and Kew Gardens.
Intermediate Paddle and River Skills
A range of paddleboarding sessions for those who have paddled with Active 360 on the Thames before.
Two-Hour Paddleboarding Session
£59pp for those who have paddled with Active360 before.
£74pp for those who haven't paddled with Active360 before.
Running a couple of times a week, this class is for paddlers looking to improve their skills, technique, safety and confidence on moving water.
Now that the initial lockdown restrictions have been eased, we are allowed to run 1:1 sessions with one person per paddleboard coach. If you and another person from your household want to get out of the house together, they can book a separate session running at a similar time, which we can run with a second coach.
Running a couple of times a week, this class is for paddlers looking to improve their skills, technique, safety and confidence on moving water.
These trips run either side of high tide, allowing you to work on your ability to paddle with and against a current, and to experiment with different paddle strokes. You'll also gain further insight into safety on the river.
You need to be a confident paddler and have previously paddled with Active360 on the tidal part of the River Thames.
If you haven't, you can join any of our other lessons to get a bit more experience before joining one of these sessions.
Self Guided Expeditions
From £50pp
3+ hour trips
Min 2 people per booking
Use Active360 Richmond's boards for your own adventure down the Thames. In line with changes to lockdown restrictions coming into force on May 13th these sessions are limited to couples or family groups for the forseeable future.
On these trips you will paddleboard around 6 miles and we have trips from either Walton Bridge or Shepperton down to Hampton Court, or Hampton Court to Kingston and back. We provide all kit and safety equipment and will ensure it is disinfected between each session.
You will receive a safety briefing and check from an Active360 Richmond coach before you paddle, maintaining appropriate social distancing.
You will then meet us at the predetermined finish to drop off all equipment, and head home, ready to reminisce about your adventure!
Only open to those who have paddled with Active360 on the Thames before.
Corporate Days Out
Active360 Richmond are here to help your organise and fun, active and environmentally friendly day out for you and your colleagues.
We can arrange paddles trips for all ages and abilities, and for large and small groups of paddlers.
If you wish, we can go on a river clean-up and remove plastic from the river bank. We can also stop at any number of the fantastic bars and restaurants that Richmond has to offer.
Contact us at to discuss options and pricing, but please be aware we will be complying with Government guidance on group activities whilst any restrictions are in place.
Hampton Court to Richmond Expedition
£69pp
Three-hours paddling
On this one way trip, you will be paddling on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames, initially upstream to Molesey Lock in order to get the best view of Hampton Court Palace, and after that downstream towards Thames Ditton, Surbiton, Kingston, Teddington and then on to Richmond.
As of 13th May, the initial lockdown restrictions have been eased, so we'll be running small group sessions for individuals, couples or same-household family groups, allowing you to keep at least 2m apart from your coach at all times. Note that all equipment is disinfected between every session.
Note that this trip is currently only open to those who have paddled with Active360 on the Thames previously, and is not suitable for Beginners.
Contact us
The Pontoon
Richmond Bridge Boathouses
Richmond
Greater London
TW9 1TH
020 3488 1785