For kids less than 5 years old, we recommend having your child sit on your paddle board with you. For kids 5 years or older, they can learn how to paddle board solo, but just make sure the board is the right size.
Can you paddleboard with a child?
SUP with younger children You can have them explore the paddleboard on land and in the water. Have them sit on the board while you stand next to them holding the board and give them a nice, slow, calm ride around a shallow spot.
Can a child sit on SUP?
1) Help your kids be comfortable with the water For kids less than 5 years old, we recommend having your child sit on your paddle board with you. For kids 5 years or older, they can learn how to paddle board solo, but just make sure the board is the right size.
How do you paddle board with a toddler?
Take it slow! At first just paddle around in shallow waters to get your baby comfortable and feeling safe just sitting on the paddle board with them. Don't travel far from shore. Your baby may be over the paddle sooner that you wanted.
What age can you start paddleboarding?
1) Help your kids be comfortable with the water For kids less than 5 years old, we recommend having your child sit on your paddle board with you. For kids 5 years or older, they can learn how to paddle board solo, but just make sure the board is the right size. Recommended ISLE paddle boards for kids: Pioneer.
Can you take a child on paddleboard?
This should be common sense: choose protected water conditions when paddleboarding with a child. Small lakes, calm beaches, and protected bays are all great options when taking your child paddleboarding. Small, protected body of waters make it possible to quickly locate and reach your child should a fall occur.
Can you paddle board with a kid?
The first step is to make sure your kids are comfortable in the water. For kids less than 5 years old, we recommend having your child sit on your paddle board with you. For kids 5 years or older, they can learn how to paddle board solo, but just make sure the board is the right size.