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What makes Paddle Into Fitness the right choice for you?During your training, you will:
Refine your paddleboarding skills through instruction in advanced paddle technique & turns, race-training fundamentals, and board handling.
Receive comprehensive water safety training, including rescue techniques, real-life emergency scenarios, risk management, and water laws and regulations.
Gain a thorough understanding of the equipment needed to teach successful SUP classes, including boards, paddles, fins, anchors, buoys, accessories, and apparel.
Learn how to confidently teach the Paddle Into Fitness® signature Beginner SUP Lesson, including paddle technique, water safety, and introductory instruction.
Master three signature Paddle Into Fitness® classes:
Beginner Lesson – Learn to teach first-time paddlers the fundamentals of Stand Up Paddleboarding, paddle technique, and on-water safety.
Gentle Wave – A beginner-friendly SUP Yoga class featuring restorative postures and guided savasana meditation.
Nautical Flow – An intermediate Vinyasa-inspired SUP Yoga class incorporating flowing sequences, arm balances, inversions, and paddleboard-specific modifications.
Learn how to launch, market, and grow successful SUP Yoga classes through our Business of SUP Yoga Workshop.
What's Included
Upon successful completion, you'll receive:
Paddle Into Fitness® Instructor Certification
World Paddle Association (WPA) Level 1 Certification (a $300 value)
25 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Hours (YACEP)
2.6 ACE Continuing Education Credits (CECs), plus CECs available through NASM, AFAA, canfitpro, and IDEA
A listing in the Paddle Into Fitness Instructor Directory to help clients discover your business
Lifetime access to our online learning portal, course manuals, instructional videos, and the Beginner's Guide eBook
Exclusive instructor discounts on paddleboards, paddles, apparel, SUP accessories, water sports insurance, and the Paddle Into Fitness Inflatable Paddleboard.
Whether you're a yoga instructor, fitness professional, paddler, or aspiring SUP coach, you'll leave with the certifications, teaching skills, business knowledge, and ongoing support to confidently build a successful Paddle Into Fitness® program.
Dates:
March 27 & 28, 2026
October 23 & 24, 2026
Location:
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Get Started:
Paddle Into Fitness certifications include both an online learning module and an in-person water skills assessment. Begin the classroom portion of your certification from anywhere by reading the training manual, watching detailed instructional videos, and completing quizzes at your own pace. This flexible format allows you to start your certification at any time during the year and practice the skills before attending your in-person training. You can also submit videos to receive personalized feedback from Gillian before your practical assessment. Your online course remains accessible after certification, allowing you to review the material anytime as a refresher. SUP rental equipment is included for the in-person training, or you are welcome to bring your own board and equipment if preferred. See what's included in the certification by previewing our online learning portal and curriculum here.
Register:
Complete the application and payment to receive immediate access to the online learning portal. You will be asked to upload proof of current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification. This does not need to be completed before training, but is required before your Paddle Into Fitness certification can be issued.
Participants should:
Be proficient swimmers (able to swim at least 25 yards) & comfortable participating in water sports.
Ideally have at least one year of stand-up paddleboarding experience.
While not required for admission, we recommend at least one year of teaching experience (in any discipline) and one year of yoga practice.
We also strongly encourage applicants to have completed a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) certification. If you have not yet completed your training, you should be currently enrolled in a 200-hour teacher training program or planning to begin one soon. We do not recommend teaching SUP Yoga until your 200-hour training is complete.
The foundational full-day SUP Instructor Certification is included in the price as part of your SUP Yoga training. If you are also interested in SUP Fitness, sign up for the Complete Certification. Interested in private or small-group instructor training? Please contact us for availability and pricing.
“Every single person, activity, experience, and word has truly made me realize that I am a magical, healthy being…meant to heal myself, and heal others through this art form, activity, and practice of SUP Yoga. Gillian is one of the most genuine, professional, influential, and positive kind of person, both in this industry and in life itself. The people and companies she chooses to work with are just as positive, powerful, and loving as herself. The teachers are examples of wisdom, calm strength, and grace. I love how they shared with us during their training their experiences and skills. In every moment I felt guided, support, welcomed, encouraged, and appreciated.”
