As well as the exciting adventure of a crewed yacht charter around the beautiful Thai Isle of Phuket, there are an array of adrenaline inducing activities you can enjoy alongside. One that is increasing in popularity, is stand up paddle boarding (SUP). This is an activity made for the warm tranquil waters of Thailand and now there are many ways in which you can partake in this new favorite water sport. See more: http://www.simpsonyachtcharter.com/crewed-yacht-charter-water-fun/

1. Crewed Yacht Charter Water Fun
One that is increasing in popularity, is stand up paddle
boarding (SUP). This is an activity made for the warm
tranquil waters of Thailand and now there are many
ways in which you can partake in this new favorite water
sport.

2. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
The water activity can be
traced back thousands of
years across the rivers and
oceans in the Southern
Hemisphere with particular
prominence in Hawaii.
It is most definitely something
that can be picked up over a
couple of sessions
What is Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Boarding?

3. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
What is Stand-Up Paddle
(SUP) Boarding?
 Unlike some other water
sports,
 To take part in this one
you need no prior
experience,
 Don’t need to have
outstanding fitness or
upper body strength.
 It’s all about balance, how
to use the board, and also
how to tame those waves.
 One of the most fun water
sports to learn.

4. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Tips for new SUPs
 SUP can be enjoyed as a year
round activity, many locals
advise that the dry season
from November to April is a
little more pleasant.
Whatever date you choose to
travel, you may wish to get a
little guidance on your new
sport.
 The sport is quite intuitive, to
get maximum enjoyment you
may want to consider having
a lesson or two.

5. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Tips for new SUPs
 It is mainly about balance
and patience, once you
have got that down you
will be standing up and
paddle boarding before
you know it.
 You may wish to start with
a leash to ensure you have
maximum stability.

6. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Tips for new SUPs
 There are a few options, so
you may wish to do some
research or ask a local SUP
teacher for advice.
 Always make sure your
paddle is the right way, and
that you paddle with your
core.
 Also look to the horizon,
watch out for other water
users, and don’t be afraid
to fall off when needed –
it’s bound to happen. Last
but not least – only tackle
waves you feel confident
you can handle.

7. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Popular beaches ideal for SUP
 Layan beach
 Ao Yon beach
 At these locations there are
numerous rental outlets, and
the tranquil waters and bays
provide the perfect practice
zone for novices and young
SUPpers.

8. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Popular beaches ideal for SUP
 One of the best things about
SUP is that it can be done
almost anywhere. Wherever
you find yourself around the
island you are sure to be able
to find the perfect bit of
beach from which to launch
yourself onto your board.

9. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Introducing some SUP
business services in Phuket
 Skyla͛s Surf and SUP was the first
stand up paddle boarding school in
Phuket.
 It opened in the 2000s and has
seen increased interest in SUP
from visitors and locals alike.
 Located on Bangtao Beach, this
dedicated surf and SUB school is a
great place to explore your new
interest with some fit young
enthusiastic tutors.

10. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Introducing some SUP
business services in Phuket
 SSS Phuket is another option
for you located on Kata Beach.
 This organisation offers a
wider array of water activities,
unlike the more specialised
SUP school described above.
 Here you can get one to one
tuition and also hire a board
for the day.

11. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Introducing some SUP
business services in Phuket
 Saltwater Dreaming Surf School
is a well-established teaching
organisation with over 15 years’
experience.
 Based near Surin Beach,
Saltwater also offers high
quality lessons, and had a shop
should you wish to take the
plunge and purchase your own
equipment.

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straddiekingfishertours.com.au, horizonyachtcharters.com,
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13. Contact us for …
Yacht Charter and Cruising Services
Simpson Yacht Charter Company Limited
Ao Po Grand Marina, 113/1
Moo 6, T. Paklok, A. Thalang
Phuket 83110
F: +66 76 317 306
T: +66 76 317 305
Mail: phuketcharter@simpsonmarine.com
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