Standup Paddleboard Classes

For Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts

Paddleboard Classes for Scouts

Girl Scout Classes

» Senior Paddling Badge for Girl Scouts ages 11-14 (grades 6-8)

Girl Scouts Paddleboarding Badge

Introduce your troop to the exciting world of stand up paddleboarding. This Girl Scout badge program teaches paddling safety, stroke technique, and the fundamentals of SUP. Girls will learn to paddle on their knees and feet, practice self-rescue techniques, and understand the essential safety equipment for paddleboarding. To earn the badge, participants must complete a figure-8 paddling course and perform a peer rescue. All classes are taught by a Certified ACA (American Canoe Association) SUP Instructor, and all required paperwork is provided in accordance with Girl Scouts of America guidelines.
  • 1.5 hour class, $40 per person, includes badge. Minimum of 4 girl scouts. Must provide documentation of current girl scout status.

» Fun Patch Paddleboarding for all Girl Scout Levels

  • 1.5 hour class, $35 per person, includes fun patch. Minimum of 4 girl scouts. Must provide documentation of current girl scout status.

Registering for a Class

  • Payment must be paid in advance to reserve your spot.
  • Each participant must know how to swim.
  • Waivers will need to be signed by parent beforehand.

Contact dee@supnewjersey.com or call or text 201-213-2698 to schedule.

Scouting America Classes

» Scouting America Stand Up Paddleboarding Award

Scouting America Stand Up Paddleboard Award

Our Scouting America Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) class is designed to help Scouts earn the official BSA SUP Award while learning valuable skills on the water. Taught by a Certified ACA (American Canoe Association) SUP Instructor, this class covers the basics of stand up paddleboarding on flat water — including safety, equipment use, self-rescue techniques, and paddling fundamentals.

Scouts will gain hands-on experience that promotes water safety, physical fitness, and confidence on the board. All required paperwork will be completed and provided by a Certified ACA (American Canoe Association) SUP Instructor in accordance with Scouting America guidelines.

» View information about the Stand Up Paddleboarding Award

  • 1.5 hour class, $40 per person, includes badge. Minimum of 4 scouts. Instructor will supply paperwork to submit award application.

Registering for a Class

  • Payment must be paid in advance to reserve your spot.
  • Each participant must know how to swim.
  • Waivers will need to be signed by parent beforehand.

Contact dee@supnewjersey.com or call or text 201-213-2698 to schedule.

Dee Schmitz

Dee Schmitz
Certified SUP Instructor
12 Years of Experience

Contact Dee to schedule: dee@supnewjersey.com
call or text 201-213-2698
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Available 7 days a week.

  • ACA Level 2 SUP Instructor
  • Paddlefit Core
  • WPA Level 1
  • NASM CPT Certified Personal Trainer
  • Human Movement Specialist (Brookbush Institute)
  • Flash Reflex Trainer (Blazepod)
  • Bliss Paddle Yoga
  • Surfset Trainer
  • ACA Paddlesports Safety Certified
  • U.S. Center SafeSport Trained
  • NOLS Wilderness First Aid
  • CPR/First Aid/AED
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Boater’s Safety Certificate
ACA Level 2 SUP Instructor
WPA
NASM CPT
Human Movement Specialist
Flash Reflex Trainer
Bliss Paddle Yoga
Surfset
ACA Paddlesports Safety Certified
SafeSport Trained
NOLS WFA Certification
Red Cross CPR AED First Aid Certification
Mental Health First Aid Certification
Boater's Safety
Boy Scout Troop Paddleboaridng Class at Jersey Paddle Boards on Greenwood Lake, NY

Safety is important

  • We provide life jackets AND leashes

  • We will not launch if weather is unsafe

  • We will not launch in high winds

  • Our staff is here to help, so ask them for help if you any questions

  • On water staff carry a tow rope, radio and first aid supplies

Things to know

  • We have bathroom and changing facilities available

  • Remember sunscreen

  • Bring your own beverage

  • Waterproof bags, sunglass straps and other sundries are available at the shop for your convenience

  • We accept cash or credit

Girl Scouts Paddleboarding Class for Senior Paddling Badge at Jersey Paddle Boards on Greenwood Lake, NY
Girl Scouts Paddleboarding Class for Senior Paddling Badge at Jersey Paddle Boards on Greenwood Lake, NY

Things to know

  • We have bathroom and changing facilities available

  • Remember sunscreen

  • Bring your own beverage

  • Waterproof bags, sunglass straps and other sundries are available at the shop for your convenience

  • We accept cash or credit