Tech Racing.......Bop Racing, call it what you will. But what is all of the hype about? Quite simply, this format of event covers all bases and is the most fun you can have competing. BOP [Or Battle of the Paddle] originated around 2010 and was essentially a short course race [3 kms] in and around a surf break. There have  been some epic races globally [including Australia] over the years, but more recently with the Europeans adopting the format, this discipline is now more focused about paddling speed, fitness & turns whilst still embracing the art of riding bumps rather than getting a flogging in the surf break.   With the upcoming State Titles Tech Race in September and the Aussie Titles in October, here's your chance to learn what it takes to enter [if you wish] or just develop your paddling skill set. Bop/Tech race training is the most complete method of getting everything you need from a good old cardio session that has you feeling exhilarated everytime.   To take part in this clinic the minimum requirements are - Intermediate paddler - hard board, preferably a 12'6" or 14'0" - can turn both ways - no fear of getting wet - desire to improve sup skills & gain an insight to regular training - Stoke to learn the art of catching & riding bumps [and waves!] This clinic is limited to 10 participants to ensure a high level of individualised instruction. Location will be advised 3 days ahead to ensure the best possible conditions. Be prepared to travel 1.5hrs from Melbourne (road trip fun!!)   

Limited to only 8 SUP VIC members, this exclusive clinic is for you if you are looking to up your SUP racing game ahead of the 2025-26 season!  Key focus areas will be: Developing a winning mindset Starts Drafting Race prep/routine Efficient and effective paddling technique in different conditions  Session led by Pete Jackson former State distance champion coached by Larry Cain and Michael Booth extensive race experience over many years Starboard SUP ambassador  Exact location is wind dependent and to be messaged to registered participants the Thursday prior.   

Hey Latrobe Valley and Gippsland SUP paddlers We have water back in Lake Narracan. So we should try and have a social paddle Let’s have one this coming weekend in the morning . Weather looks like it will be fine and light winds but it will be very cool ( like 5deg C ). Day to be confirmed on Thursday night or Friday morning and details will be updated on the ticket and social pages. All abilities welcome from a beginner to expert. And people from outside of the Gippsland area are more than welcome. Don’t forget to spread the word. Leg rope required and warm clothing and a change of clothes highly recommended    #take3forthesea   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.  Participants are solely responsible for any loss of or damage to their own equipment or property during the event. Code of Conduct - SUP VIC

Join us for the last SUP Vic winter social paddle for 2025. August 2nd, meet 8:30am – on the water at 9am. Winter is a great time of year to be paddling as the conditions are often excellent, the beaches uncrowded, parking easy and the coffee hotter. The plan is to hold this paddle launching from near the lighthouse in McCrae in front of the McCrae Yacht Club.   It will be a high tide, which works well for paddling from McCrae. Fingers crossed that the wind will be light or slight and offshore (southerly) which creates glass like conditions in #MagicMcCrae. This location also has good toilets, easy parking, a good choice of coffee shop and a free public BBQ.   Daavid Turnball hosting at his favourite location McCrae.     #Take3forthesea   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.  Participants are solely responsible for any loss of or damage to their own equipment or property during the event. Code of Conduct - SUP VIC

Let's paddle St Kilda, the original home of the Port Phillip Cup.....albeit these days the location and pier has had a major re-vamp. If the day brings us sunshine and calm weather, we will paddle towards Port Melbourne, enjoy city views and maybe even have a little race with those taking a stroll along the boardwalk (they won't know it haha). If the weather doesn't join the party and there is some chop, we can paddle around the harbour and go penguin spotting. Post paddle enjoy a coffee and St Kilda vibe, then if you want, make the most of it and check out the market on the esplanade or go and eat cake down Acland St. Cake mmmmmm Safety briefing 8:50am, on the water 9am Plenty of parking down Pier St.  Arrive with plenty of time to find and pay for a park, unload, pump whatever you need to do and have all your gear ready for 8:50am briefing. This image was 2016 Port Phillip Cup - an event for everyone, lots of fun and laughs to be had for all.   #Take3forthesea       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.  Participants are solely responsible for any loss of or damage to their own equipment or property during the event. Code of Conduct - SUP VIC

Have you had the hankering for a drive to the coast for a paddle, but constantly put it off?? Well here's the best excuse to itch that scratch and actually do it!! Our first Winter Surf Social is slated for Saturday 28th June. As usual, the final location will be confirmed on Thursday 26th June. This session suits novice paddlers through to advanced. Paddle your preferred style of board [swell dependant]. It's a perfect opportunity to practise your footwork, pick up a bump, ride a wave and enjoy a long glide on your 12'6" or 14 ftr. A suitable Winter wetsuit is essential, booties are optional and maybe consider a neoprene hood or surfcap.      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.  Participants are solely responsible for any loss of or damage to their own equipment or property during the event. Code of Conduct - SUP VIC

Update: Due to the weather forecast for the Kings Birthday weekend, it may be good for the slopes however the best paddle location will be a little further South at McCrae.  (Enter the carpark opposite 621 Point Nepean Rd, Mccrae) 9am Meet 9:30am on the water sharp Attention: New and current SUP members, In the past 12 months our fun, friendly SUP paddlers have explored the beautiful beaches of the Mornington Peninsula and most of the wonderful locations of the Bayside beaches. On our monthly meet ups we have made new friendships and learnt so much more about SUP. We want you to join us on this incredible journey, starting in Winter. Yes!! I said winter. Meet us at McCrae, car park opposite Penny Lane on Monday 9th June. Kings Birthday Long weekend Paddle across the turquoise waters towards the Mt Martha rock pools. There will be a meet and greet at 9:00AM, we shall begin our journey on the water at 9:30AM sharp. Please be on time as we don't want to leave anyone behind. Safety first, no leg rope, no paddle. The laughter and conversations will flow at the nearest coffee shop at 11:00AM. Paddle helpers Sambo Jane and Sue Griska     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.  Participants are solely responsible for any loss of or damage to their own equipment or property during the event. Code of Conduct - SUP VIC

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.