Wellbeing On Water
Try something new this spring, come and give paddleboarding a go
Enjoy the fresh air, calm waters, and beautiful seasonal colours as you discover a new way to get outdoors and move. Whether you want to dip your toe in with a one-off taster session or build your skills with our beginners workshop, we’ve got you covered.
All equipment provided, friendly, supportive instructors and no experience needed.
The days are lighter, the water is warming, and it’s the perfect time to reconnect with nature in Nottingham
Our Wellbeing on Water (WOW) sessions are designed to help you move, breathe, and reset this spring. Whether you’re brand new to paddleboarding or ready to build confidence, we have two ways to join us.
45 Min Taster Session
✨ A gentle introduction to paddleboarding
✨ Meet new people in a welcoming group
✨ Friendly, supportive instructors
✨ Safe and inclusive environment
✨ Perfect if you’re curious and want to try something new
90 Min Beginners Learn to Paddle Workshop
✨ Learn essential paddling skills
✨ Build confidence on the water
✨ Enjoy a longer, relaxed paddle
✨ Connect with like-minded people
✨ Friendly instructors in a safe, inclusive space
Friendly instructors in a safe, inclusive space, connect with like-minded people, no experience needed, all equipment provided.
Step into spring feeling brighter, calmer, and more connected, one paddle can create a ripple of wellbeing.
These session are part-funded by Shared Prosperity Funding from the UK Government, through the Community Wellbeing Fund and Rushcliffe Borough Council. A small participant contribution is required.
WHEN
45min Taster Session
March
Sunday 22nd March 1pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 23rd March 10am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 24th March 10am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 24th March 6pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
April
Sunday 12th April 1pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 23th April 10am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 14th April 10am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 14th April 6pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
May
Sunday 17th May 1pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 18th May 10am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 19th May 10am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 19th May 6pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
90min Beginner Workshop
March
Sunday 29th March 1pm - 2:30pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 30th March 10am - 11:30am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 31st March 10am - 11:30am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 31st March 6pm - 7:30pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
April
Sunday 19th April 1pm - 2:30pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 20th April 10am - 11:30am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 21st April 10am - 11:30am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 21st April 6pm - 7:30pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
May
Sunday 17th May 1pm - 2:30pm River Trent, Trent Embankment
Monday 18th May 10am - 11:30am The Moorings Pub, Barrow Upon Soar
Tuesday 19th May 10am - 11:30am Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham
Tuesday 19th May 6pm - 7:30pm Nottingham Canal, Waters Edge Pub, Nottingham