Updated paddle location Tomorrow's Pre-Agm paddle has seen a location change due to the forecast windy conditions.   The session is scheduled for 12pm at Beaumaris Bay. The location offers amazing views & protection from the northerly breeze.   Parking is available to Kingston council permit holders. Free parking can also be found on Beach Rd & Mundy St which is directly opposite the walkway to the beach.   It's advisable that people help one another with unloading & carrying boards across the road.   This paddle is recommended for competent intermediate paddlers. The sunshine and a mild forecast of 19 degrees will make this a very enjoyable paddle.   Mark Renouf will be overseeing the session. Legropes are mandatory.   https://maps.apple.com/place?coordinate=-37.986807,145.055171&name=Marked%20Location&map=explore   At SUP VIC we have a crew of dedicated and highly experienced SUP enthusiasts who are committed to giving back to our members. This session you can join members of the SUP VIC committee and other SUP addicts on the water for a casual Paddle - pick your distance 8, 6, or 2km, find your paddle crowd and be off. Take the opportunity to pick up some tips on technique, equipment advice, or gear (winter is coming!). Just make sure you're back in an hour to meet up as we have a private booking for Hobsons - Sandy's cozy pub. A great fire awaits you post paddle along with a bar tab thanks to SUPVIC.  The AGM, Club Awards, Presentations and free door prizes will take place from 2pm to 4pm and then the pub opens to the public for an exclusive one night only Sunday dinner. Prizes include Paddle Clinic Vouchers, Red Paddle Co gear and more! Come and support your club- this is one of the biggest days in the SUP VIC calendar!     Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

UPDATE: Change of location to the Beaumaris Life Saving club So you didn't go to the Lakes challenge.....no need for FOMO as Beauie Social Paddle will bring the goods. Meet at 8:30am feeling fresh, pump up if you need to and be ready for the safety briefing at 8:50am for a 9am on the water launch. Susan Griska and Christine Netterfield will help lead the paddle - go north or go south we are yet to see, however go and soak up the salty sea air and the negative ions benefits. Then let's go share a laugh over coffee and the tastiest brunch, guaranteed. This paddle is suitable for all levels.  Plenty of paid parking right at launch site.    Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com  Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Lakes Entrance Paddle Challenge. Its a long drive up there so make the most of the weekend. So you've just completed your Lakes Entrance Paddle Challenge - be it your first or your twelth - you've hit the Social dinner scene, had an amazing sleep and now ready for the post challenge recovery paddle to then be topped off with a great big breakfast at Cheeky Monkey, more great company and good coffee. What a weekend. Jeff Cornehls and John Throssell will share their secret recovery paddle location and take you on a fabulous paddle on the North Arm of the lake. If you've never paddled with Jeff and John they'll have you zigzagging all over the North Arm of the lakes taking it all in.   On the water at 7:30am sharp so be ready to go. One hour social paddle, load the cars and pack up accomodation, breakfast and hit the road home.....maybe with a quick stop at the hot springs too.     Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Our wonderful club has been so fortunate over the journey to have had some great servants represent, nuture and lead from the front foot.   One of those amazing volunteers [yes, everything that happens within our club is done purely on a voluntary commitment] was our last/past president, George "GT" Thomas.   He passed suddenly 2 years ago and our Sup Vic community was shocked and saddened by this tragic occurence. Sup Vic was a huge part of GT's life and our club held a memorial paddle last year to remember & celebrate his life and services to the club.   This annual memorial paddle will take place at one of GT's favourite places in "God's Country".   Come along to remember GT, paddle, share some stories and waves.   The event fee covers the cost of the post paddle BBQ and a donation to "Heart Matters" charity.    Don't forget to bring your 5 friends!!   Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Take advantage of this amazing Autumn weather & join the HMB Crew for a special Good Friday Edition! With the Lakes Entrance event just around the corner, here's the perfect platform to log a few quality kms & draw from the experience of the HMB training crew. Choose your distance 10, 8, or 6kms.   The sunrise will be a blinder & one you won't want to miss!   Paddle out is at 6.30am Sharp! Allow yourself enough time to prepare and be at the water's edge.    

Ahhh, the change of seasons brings a change of focus! Ever wondered why the iconic Ripcurl Bells Beach surfing event is held annually in Autumn? Simple answer.....Swell & tides as we enter the cooler months ahead.   With the formation of the new Sup Vic Gippsland Pod, it's time we kicked off their inclusion with an all in, fun morning of sharing waves.   The chosen location is Cat Bay/Shelly Beach @ Phillip Island, but we'll aim to be flexible wholly dependent of wind & swell forecasts [tides are locked in!]   We will also have a 2 day window to ensure the best possible conditions. The day & location will be confirmed on Thursday 27th March @ 5pm.   If you've always dreamt of catching your first wave, surfing somewhere different, meeting like-minded surf tragics or helping mentor surf newbies, then here's your first chance for 2025!!      Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Update: West Fyans St Boat ramp launch. Safety Briefing at 7:45am, on the water 8am sharp. "West is Best!" Pod Social. Sunday 16th March. Autumn.......it's the best season for paddling. Think warm temperatures & that old adage, "Autumn Doldrums" With the recent influx of many new members to our West Pod FB Page, here's the perfect opportunity to connect, paddle, meet new people & share ideas. We're going to descend on Eastern Beach, Corio Bay, Geelong. Arrive 8:15am ⁃ Briefing 8.45am ⁃ Paddle Out 9am ⁃ Allow 1.5 to 2 hrs duration Essential to be on time, as carparking can get busy if the weather is warm (& it will be!) Allow yourself ample time to park, pump up your board (if you have an inflatable) and be ready for briefing. Gonzo will be leading the session, he's had years of experience paddling inflatables, so feel free to pick his brains on everything blow up! If the conditions aren't suitable for Eastern Beach, we'll choose a suitable & safe back up location on the Barwon River. We're looking forward to welcoming you to our regular pod paddles!     Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

The second Sup Vic Red Paddle Co Challenge event for 2025 is set. We're going to dial up the fun to 11 (11'3" to be exact). Long time Sup Vic supporter, Red Paddle Co Aust have provided a fleet of Sport 11'3" boards for us to use for our second and final of this series Red Paddle Challenge. Harking back to the days of true "One Design" events which saw all competitors riding identical boards. The event format will see everyone battling it out in short course relays, races and time trials. The best thing as a competitor? You simply have to turn up with your paddle and a desire to have a massive amount of fun around a 250m course!! Come along for a few hours of Fun paddling on arguably the world's premier inflatable SUP brand.   This is the final in a 2 event series, with prizes up for grabs come the March Social Red Paddle Challenge. Points will be accrued over the 2 events to be eligible for the main prize. There will be various spot prizes for random acts of paddling bravery, best paddling trick, best bribe for the judges & so on!  The main prize will be a revered     Women's Pro Change Robes - Long Sleeve – Red Equipment - AUS valued at $295!!!     Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com  Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Paddle Location update:  Please note due to expected wind direction we have moved the paddle a little furthe north up to Hampton/Sandringham. Paddling around the Harbour and venturing towards Hampton. Make sure you are pumped up (and your boards too), leg rope and ready to paddle. Safety briefing at 8:15am, on the water 8:30am. Paddlers should park at the northern end of the carpark situated north of Trevor Barker Oval. Go through the gate with the bins near it and walk along the concrete path and continue down the concrete ramp, across the grass to the beach. Please note: this is paid parking location unless you have a Bayside CC parking permit ($6 per hour, $18 all day parking) Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com  Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Update: Blue Rock Lake 8am, on the water 8:30am It is time we had another social paddle in the Latrobe Valley. Let our Gippsland Pod show you their local secret spots Lets get together for the weekend 22nd or 23rd February - weather depending - at either Blue Rock Lake or Lake Narracan. The best location will be chosen for the weather. All abilities welcome from beginner to experts. Paddle will most likely be early in the morning with 8 or 8:30am on the water start.  Date and time will be confirmed Thursday evening or Friday after reviewing the weather. An email will be sent to all ticket holders with updated information and the event details will also be updated here.  Paddle leader Dave Warner. Hope to see you all there.   Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

It is time for a paddle at Somers. Some of you may remember Derrick.....Derrick the Dolphin, he likes it at Somers. Park up at the Somers Yacht Club, pump up if needed, grab your gear and meet on the beach. Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time to pump up your board, get your gear ready and be ready for the Safety briefing at 7:50am. We launch at 8am sharp Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com  Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Please note: paddle confirmed for Blue Rock Lake. Meet at Willow Grove picnic area at 8am. On the water 8am.   Time for another Latrobe Valley/Moe SupVic social paddle to start off the new year We will paddle at Blue Rock Lake, Willow Grove. We’ll head off early morning before the heat kicks in. Keep an eye on this event for the updates later in the week - an email will be sent with confirmation details. All abilities welcome from beginner to advanced. This is not a race. Just a get together with like minded people to paddle together If you would like to borrow an inflatable sup board and paddle there will be one available for use for any one interested in joining us that doesn’t have a board - you will need to book it in. If you have a family member or friend that is interested in joining us and does not have a board. As a club member you can borrow this board for one month. Out of town people are more than welcome too   Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

A long awaited and much anticipated social paddle for our SUPVIC West Melbourne pod. This paddle will see you cruise the Barwon River with friends. This paddle is open to all - members and non members so bring your friends. Leg Rope essential. Safety briefing will be at 9:10am and on the water 9:15am so be ready with your board pumped and ready for a fun paddle with friends new and old.   Meeting point will be the balyang sanctuary toilet block.  https://maps.app.goo.gl/TvdoUV2jbwE9kZAx5   Member benefits include flat water social paddles, surf socials, technique clinics, training sessions and the much revered hi vis club rashie.   Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event. 

Want to take your paddling to the next level? Want to paddle further? Want to paddle faster? Want to remain injury free? Perhaps you're thinking of entering your first race or endurance event. Perhaps you want to join your local Pod's training sessions but lack the confidence and skills. Do you want to learn SUP skills to turn your board effectively, do a running beach start or learn to catch bumps for downwind paddling?  If you have been paddling for a while and want to skill-up, then this session is for you. N.B. This is not a beginner course.  Places limited to 10 people and only open to SUP VIC members- first come first served. Price $30 (2 hours).

The first up event for 2025 has a really fun and unique twist. Long time Sup Vic supporter, Red Paddle Co Aust have provided a fleet of Sport 11'3" boards for us to use for our January social paddle. Harking back to the days of true "One Design" events which saw all competitors riding identical boards. The event format will see everyone battling it out in short course relays, races and time trials. The best thing as a competitor? You simply have to turn up with your paddle and a desire to have a massive amount of fun around a 250m course!! Come along for a few hours of Summer Fun paddling arguably the world's premier inflatable SUP brand.   This will be a 2 event series, with prizes up for grabs come the March Social Red Paddle Challenge. Points will be accrued over the 2 events to be eligible for the main prize. There will be various spot prizes for random acts of paddling bravery, best paddling trick, best bribe for the judges & so on!  The main prize will be a revered     Women's Pro Change Robes - Long Sleeve – Red Equipment - AUS valued at $295!!!     Social paddles included in SUPVIC financial membership https://supvic.tidyhq.com  Leg Rope essential. Any person under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the program / activities.  As all our events are weather dependant location may change for your safety and better paddling conditions. Email will be sent to all ticket holders if location changes. This event will be photographed and images may be used in promotional material for SUPVIC. If you do not want your image used, please speak with the host of the event.