Learn how to stand up paddle and have SUP lessons and SUP Tours at On Water Training an ASI accredited SUP school, located at Hartlepool Marina, Hartlepool, in North East England.  Just a 30-minute drive from the bustling university town of Durham.

On Water Training is owned and operated by Adam Henderson.  He first tried SUP at the London boat show back in 2012. He was instantly hooked as a way to stay fit and healthy and get him out on the water.

Adam launched the SUP part of his existing training business as there was nothing else like it on the marina. He also wanted to offer SUP to people as an alternative way to see the marina, it’s wildlife, history and as a way of keeping healthy.

Adam is an accomplished waterman.  He holds ASI Level 2 (Exposed Water) SUP Instructor qualifications, water rescue and first aid certificates. He is also qualified to teach RYA First Aid, RYA power boat, PWC, boat safety and has been a member of the RNLI inshore lifeboat crew, and is an ASI associated trainer authorise to teaching trainee instructors.

He is assisted in the SUP school by ASI accredited SUP instructors. 

 The team are highly experienced, passionate and positive instructors where learning, discovery and fun are integrated.  Whether it’s your first time, or you’re a regular paddler, On Water Training SUP will provide the best experience for you.

On Water Training provides SUP lessons and tours to all ages and abilities, to individuals, families, schools, corporate and groups for enclosed waters and exposed coastal waters.

They specialise in SUP social events, taster sessions, supervised hire, SUP tours and bespoke SUP packages.

SUP Wise certificate courses are offered, for Starter, Improver and Cruiser options. Try 1 session or continue onto higher levels to gain the skills to paddle with safety and correct technique.   

There are excellent facilities at the marina including change rooms and showers.

There is ample public parking onsite close to the SUP activity area.

Hartlepool Marina, is a multi-award winning visitor destination surrounded by a cosmopolitan mix of bistros, bars and restaurants. 

The SUP School operates in the Hartlepool Marina and on the ocean, just outside the marina.

The marina offers a great flat-water location perfect for learning to SUP or practice your SUP skills.

The marina has links to Big Ben and the Titanic. You can also paddle under the mast of the Trincomalee – Britain’s oldest floating warship. 

Just outside the marina, is the coastline where you can learn about paddling in exposed waters, increase your SUP skills or join in the SUP tours.

The marina and the coastline are host to a variety of bird and marine life. cormorants and gannets, arctic turns, oyster catchers and kittiwake’s to name a few. 

After your paddle, relax in one of the many great cafes or restaurants that surround the marina.

Hotel accommodation is located right on the Marina, walking distance to the SUP School.

Travelodge
Premier Inn