It’s a great full-body workout that also strengthens the mind! Regular practice boosts core strength, spine health, stability, and lung capacity, while clearing the mind and calming the nervous system—all with the bonus of being out in nature.
SUP yoga, or paddle board yoga, takes your practice to the water on a floating yoga mat! With a wide, grippy deck pad, you’ll enjoy extra comfort while flowing through your poses. And don’t worry—your buoyancy aid and leash will keep you safe and connected to your board, even if you take a little plunge!
SUP Yoga isn’t just for an experienced yogi or yogini. In the yoga world, there’s a misconception that yoga poses mean gymnastics and especially when combined with a stand-up paddleboard! For me, yoga practice is so much more than fancy movement and amazing balance.
You have no or little experience being on a paddleboard or you’ve been on one a lot but haven’t moved around much other than sitting, kneeling and standing.
You can swim comfortably but feel nervous about being on the water and don’t want to fall in.
Being by water makes you feel calm and serene but you don’t get time to make it a priority.
You either love trying new things or you need some encouragement but once you’re there, you’re glad you did it.
It’s a great full-body workout that also strengthens the mind! Regular practice boosts core strength, spine health, stability, and lung capacity, while clearing the mind and calming the nervous system—all with the bonus of being out in nature.
In the winter months, we’ll move indoors to a heated pool for a soothing indoor SUP yoga session—combining gentle movement with floating relaxation, all while staying warm and supported.
It’s important to remember that my SUP yoga classes happen outside so it means the weather is a big factor!
Ideally, you’ll wear something you can easily move in like you would in a traditional yoga class.
It’s best to think about wearing layers so you can put on and take off depending on the temperature.
Usually, trainers or water shoes are worn – and you must be comfortable with them getting wet.
My SUP yoga classes are designed for complete beginners.
It’s important to remember, you won’t be getting a paddle boarding lesson during the session. Tho we will go over some of the basics.
We are simply using the boards as a yoga mat.
All routines are designed for the ultimate beginner, and won’t involve much standing until you’ve been to few sessions.
Of course, the more experienced you are – you’ll be given the option of making every pose more challenging.
We’ll be taking everything slowly, much more slowly than we would on land!
Yes – and one will be provided for you. Whilst we’re close to the sure line, to minimise any risk should you fall off you will be wearing a buyincy aid and a SUP leash in order to keep your board with you.
Please bare in mind a buyoncy aid, isn’t a life jacket and you should be able to comfortably swim without support. The buyoncy aid is there to add extra support.
Ideally, a ‘dry bag’ to keep your water bottle, layers, sunscreen, and any personal medication with you aswell as a change of dry clothing. You may consider gloves, and a hat too.
Should you be bringing your own kit you must have:
Yes but all kit will be inspected before hand to ensure it’s suitable.
Please make sure your leash and buyoncy aid is in good condition with no obvious rips or major damage.
You won’t be allowed on the water without these bits of important kit.
No, these sessions are not to be confused with my yoga & SUP days with a qualified SUP instructor.
SUP yoga will include a safety briefing and a bit of information around getting on, off and using the board effectively for yoga purposes.
Various locations around North Wales but my main spot in on the Llangollen Canal – we are close to where the river feeds the canal so the water isn’t stagnant like usual canal water. You’ll see a range of wildlife on and in the canal.
Cost depends on location and dates but with equipment hire, it’s usually £45 per person.
Yes! I will have SUP specific events in 2026.
Not quite ready for a group SUP yoga session or perhaps you’d like to have an intro into paddleboarding? Drop me an email at chelsea@lovinglifeinwellies.co.uk
Glyn Wylfa
Castle Rd
Chirk
Wrexham LL14 5BS
