The activity involves standing on a surfboard and using a paddle to control not just your movements but to catch the waves you're riding. You can also practice this sport in calm waters, though it's much more fun with waves, isn't it? If you're interested in learning, you can take a stand up paddleboarding course and - who knows? - you might turn out to be good at it and could even enter competitions in no time.
Why try stand up paddleboarding?
Because it's not only closely related to surfing, but it's also not very difficult to learn. It's an accessible sport for all types of people, whether they have experience with these sports or not, offers several disciplines to choose from, and is one of the most complete water sports you'll find.
SUP wave championship in February 2012
Registrations are now open for the open championship scheduled to take place between 4-5, 11-12 and 18-19 February (with a waiting period to observe the best meteorological conditions). The discipline we're talking about is stand up paddle wave riding, with categories for men, women and juniors (for children under 16).
Where will it take place?
The Valencian Community will host the championship at Arenales del Sol, Elche (Alicante). There's a waiting period throughout February, but what's certain is that it will take place over a weekend.
How to register?
The registration fee is €20, which includes the right to a championship t-shirt, picnic and snacks, among other things. The competition jury will include water sports experts (surfing, paddleboarding, windsurfing...), ensuring fairer participant scoring.
To register, you can email info@division-nautica.com with the subject line: F-One Mediterranean surfing championships.
