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1. Mersea Island Watersports - West Mersea

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· 66 reviews

110 Coast Rd, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8NA, United Kingdom

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Mersea Island Watersports: what do users think?
Tracey Williams-Macklin: My husband and I have just had a one hour kayak lesson. Paul was our instructor. The whole experience was excellent: from fantastic tuition from Paul who offered up a lot of local knowledge as a bonus; to a perfectly organised set up that made us feel relaxed and confident and an enjoyable experience. We can't wait to return. Thanks
Matthew Richardson: Just finished the paddleboard starter lesson and it was fantastic. Great lesson and an excellent instructor. I was nervous about doing this, mainly because of my size but didn't need to be. I will absolutely use Mersea Island Watersports again!
Simon Pulfer: Booked our first lesson for me my partner and my grandson and had a fantastic time . All the staff where friendly ,helpful and professional . Lucy our instructor was excellent and made us feel safe on the water , and had good knowledge of the tides and what was going on around us . she spent one to one time to help my grandson which was lovely . After our lesson she took time with me to answer questions about paddle boarding and gave us advice on buying a board .Full marks
Dave Burt: Had a great time canoeing round the creeks.Hired a double sit on top canoe and spent a magical couple of hours padding round the harbour and creeks spotting wildlife.The team are also very kind as we arrived late after a nightmare journey. They were understanding and helped us relax into a great afternoon on the coast. Thanks 🙏Definitely recommend this to anyone heading to Mersea which is a jewel on the Essex coast.
Mersea Imagery (SK Imagery): Booked a birthday party here for a six year old boy and his friends, they had an amazing time! Well supervised kayak instruction by friendly and able staff, who engaged with the kids marvellously. Safety was always paramount.Big smiles and lots of laughter! 😁
Rys Bendall: I surprised my wife with an introductory paddle boarding lesson at MIW. The conditions were great and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience with our instructor Dan, a really nice guy who clearly loves what he does. We are regular visitors to the area but it was such a novel way to see the Essex coast. We’ll be taking our children with us next time! We highly recommend and visit to MIW.
David Guest: Mega team. Watersports rocks. They rock. Rock X rock = Super rockssss😎💪🤘
David Lewis: I've had a kayak lesson with Mark this morning, which was excellent. Friendly, easygoing and informative in the beautiful surroundings of Mersea Island, couldn't be better.
Sarian Taylor: First time paddle boarding for my friends and I. We were all a little nervous and one friend had opted out but after seeing the board and the water decided to join in with no regrets. As a group of non-confident swimmers Mark was a great instructor, reassuring and quick to come a help us when we fell into the water or drifted off (which happened a lot🤣🤣). Definitely will be back for more lessons (cause we need it).
Laura Dodds: Great set up :-)
Ben Sharpe: We really enjoyed our 2 hour private paddle board lesson with Mae & Willa: They were both very knowledgeable, teaching us the essential techniques & some handy tips to help us learn the basics of paddle boarding - we are both looking forward to getting back on the water!
Fatima Nautu: Beginner SUP lesson Amazing service Lucy our instructor was patient, informative, very friendly even the team were really lovely, had an amazing time can’t wait to go back and try out there other water sports, would highly highly recommend them… thank you
Philip Adams: I had a 2 hour paddle boarding lesson this week. The company is very friendly, well run and the lesson was excellent. After half an hour I wasn't up and paddling. I strongly recommend the experience.
SW Cheong: We have a private paddle boarding lesson with Dan. It was great fun and we are would definitely come again:)
Carol Wakeman: My husband and daughter and I had a 2 hour paddle boarding experience with Luke yesterday. We had an amazing time and Luke was so kind and patient explaining the technique to us building up confidence. We would all thoroughly recommend this company for some wonderful family fun in a beautiful location. Thank you.
Tony Risidore: Visited 12th June as I organised a stag party, there were 10 of us, and we had an amazing time. Mark, Donna and the team are great and really looked after us, will definitely do the paddleboarding again and can highly recommend. Many thanks
David Smith: Awesome, took good care of my son & he thoroughly enjoyed the kayaking... Will be back
Lynda Watsham: Fantastic, helpful, encouraging staff with all the equipment to hire for a great time on the water. Offering tuition and to be part of a group.
Steve Brockwell: Staff are great and lots of fun
Richard Parker: Thanks Mark and Lucy for a great SUP lesson on Sunday. We both really enjoyed it and plan to be back very soon. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and would definitely recommend MIW to others!
Thomas Long: Amazing service and team 🤘🏻

2. HIKS PADDLEBOARDS - Tollesbury

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Woodrolfe Rd, Tollesbury, Maldon CM9 8SE, United Kingdom

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HIKS PADDLEBOARDS: what do users think?
Mellora Sharman: Terrible customer service. I cannot Inflate my board - valve gets stuck open.I have sent several emails over the last few weeks, called (several times as no answer) and eventually spoke to someone who told me to WhatsApp images and videos. Which I did only to get zero response - although WhatsApp shows they read the initial message before ignoring any subsequent messages. Have since tried to email, call (no answer) and have sent more WhatsApp messages.Would not recommend at this point. Terrible customer service.
Steve Hedge: Quick delivery of the paddle board, unfortunately we had a minor issues on day 1 out of the box with the bag, day 3 we had an issue with the pump, full credit to Elliot & the team for resolving these issues immediately and posting them to our holiday home too, the family and Bodhi the dog love the Hiks paddle board.
Lesley Howell: Excellent customer service, had a problem with my paddle and by the following weekend I had received a a replacement paddle.
Stuart Phillips: Great family run business with very good customer service.
Jason O'Sullivan: Amazing customer service from Hiks. Highly recommended!! Call
John Scarff: I spoke to Elliott for advice on what board to get as a complete beginner. The knowledge was second to none, the customer service standards are impeccable. After placing the order I was emailed when it would be delivered, a set back with the import of the boards meant a delay, email from Hiks keeping me fully informed and the board was delivered as promised with a little thank you gift in. The board and equipment is of a really high quality, the build quality is so good and the price was really competitive.Can’t wait to get it on the water but I would defo recommend Hiks to anyone wanting info on paddle boarding.
Sonny Seaman: one of the best customer services I have experienced and everything to do with the paddleboard and accessories is done to perfection!
Kayz Gr: Speedy delivery and great customer service. The team were very knowledgeable and encouraging for a first time paddleboarder! Will definitely reccomend!
Terry Lewis: fantastic company to do business with keeps you informed with a personal touch would definitely recommend
Mark Percival: Great product, bought my wife the Tribal 11’2 for her birthday and she loves it also exceptional service especially from Elliot who was a great help. Exceeded expectations, thank you
Creative Mushroom: Amazing board. Really quick and easy to set up. (Less than 10 minutes) Love the way it all fits into a decent rucksack comfortably and with no problem.As a beginner, It took a couple of hours to get stable on it but, now, it's such a breeze to ride.As it was a present, I wouldn't be able to comment on the price, but it does everything it needs to and really well. The Aztec type design just looks so awesome.It's designed for the customer not as an advert for the maker.
David Barnett: I cannot recommend HIKS highly enough. Bought a board through Amazon which, despite the info online, turned out to be too small for me or my teenage sons to use. An email to HIKS was responded to immediately with the offer of an exchange and advice on the most appropriate board for us. One phonecall later and a replacement board arrived the next day with old one collected. Amazing service and the new board is perfect, we've already used it on the sea and had a great time. Elliot from HIKS told me that they love paddle boarding and want all their customers to enjoy it too; that's obvious from the extra miles they are prepared to go.
Danny Watts: HIKS Paddleboards are brilliant!!I have had mine less than a year now and have been out on it countless of times because they are so easy to use and transport.When it takes less then 10minutes to unpack, inflate and head out on the water, going for quick paddle after work can be easily achieved.The 10'6" board is very stable, even in some very choppy conditions although it took a while to finally find my balance!I'm so glad I finally got a paddleboard and very happy with the HIKS product.Customer service is excellent too!You'll find it's just so relaxing when you're floating around in peace and quiet.
Mary Smith: HIKS Paddleboard. Brilliant. My son brought a HIKS SUP for his sister. Excellent customer service. Couldn't of been more helpful. Cool board which she loves. 🏄‍♀️👍
Gem Coltman: Purchased a Hiks Paddleboard last year. Best money I ever spent my money on. Used my board nearly everyday in the summer and braved in the winter when the sea wasn’t too rough. I enjoyed my board so much some of my friends purchased identical boards.I found it a great investment for myself as I am now active most days and when I am out on the sea I am not spending money on food and drink in the pub. Highly recommend if you are looking for a change in your lifestyle
Julia Abrahams: Excellent Board, great value for money and amazing customer service. Thank you Hiks!
Alex Stone: Great quality, easy to use and fantastic customer service
S Staines: Really helpful and easy to contact 👍
Anna Halford: Great value second board for my family to use! So happy to be able to get us all out on the water together :-)
Helen Clyde: My husband bought me one of HIKS Paddleboards for my birthday this year. Well I say for me as my husband and my two sons loved it as much I did so we had to go and buy a second one so we could all enjoy it together. The boards are very sturdy, great for practising on and good value for money. We were also pleased with how easy it was to travel with them as they come in a large bag which can be easily stored or transported. We took ours away with us on many occasions. I'd really recommend this product and HIKS too as they provide a great service.

3. The Paddle Hut - Brightlingsea

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Waterside, Waterside Marina, Brightlingsea, Colchester CO7 0AX, United Kingdom

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4. Frangipani SUP - Maldon

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· 24 reviews

Bath Place Wharf, Maldon, CM9 5GU, United Kingdom

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Frangipani SUP: what do users think?
greg larkins: Completed my BSUPA 2 day training course with Annie and Paul. Had a great time they made it fun and they are 100% committed to their training programme. #bsupa 🤙🏼🤙🏼
S Hussain: Had a brilliant time, plenty of parking & changing facilities.Well organised facility with great and experienced staff / instructors.Was able to go at my own pace and was given lots of encouragement and advice.Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of trying this out.
Gemma P: Frangipani SUP (Annie and team), provided a closed group 'Ready to Race' BSUPA course that was well run. I'm excited to put into practice what I've learned and will be lookign at returning for 1:1 or other group sessions.Clearly an experienced team and very welcoming.
a parker: Just spent a wonderful Sunday at the Blackwater Estuary with my 14 year old niece getting our Ready To Tour Certificates.Had an amazing day and learnt so much more than I expected to.My niece and myself felt safe and secure the whole time and we had a great time with Paul and Mickey learning about the safety aspects of paddle boarding out on the open water.Would highly recommend.Great value for money, very professional and we came away with certificates which we're really proud of.
Dave Flower: Did the Ready to Ride course on the TriFarm lake with my son. Our instructor Matt was brilliant and we now feel super confident on the boards. A great experience day, highly recommend :)))
Sean Cooper: Having decided to do my BSUPA ready to ride course a friend recommended Anni at Frangipani SUP. From start to finish the experience has been a pleasure. My instructor Paul was informative and friendly, this made me at ease very quickly therefore I was able to gain more from the session. Once finished all the instructors were friendly and welcoming. Whether someone with SUP experience looking to increase your skill base or someone completely new to the sport these are the people to talk too!!
Lottie Poulton: I booked a private lesson with frangipani as a way to get started. I was really nervous not having done anything new for years and being completely unfit but they were all so kind and welcoming I was immediately at ease. I arrived with my partner and 2 kids and they were all made to feel welcome and comfortable. The lesson was perfect, we went through a whole range of techniques, several ways to turn when on the board, where to stand, how to move, get on and off and I now feel confident. I’m a teacher myself and I was impressed with the delivery. Not only was the teacher, Mike, professional and kind, the way he broke down each action was really clear and visual. I’m still on a high nearly a week later. Did I mention that the whole experience was fun! This is a great company really professional and authentic. I couldn’t recommend them enough!!
Karen Martin: Positive:ProfessionalismAnni is really helpful and professional. I would definitely recommend them.
Mandy Nicholls: I booked myself onto Frangipani SUP'S READY TO RIDE Course..... And I can honestly say its the best 2 and half hours ever. I had taught myself to Paddle Board, and just wanted to learn some new techniques. On arriving at the designated time, everyone was really welcoming and friendly. Lucy my instructor was lovely. She was great at explaining, and showing me new turns and techniques. At no point was I made to feel like a beginner. If your thinking about doing it...... Book with these guys, I cannot recommend highly enough. I came away full of a new found confidence on the board. I just wish I could have stayed for a whole day it was that much fun. Lovely equipment and so so professional.
Richard Overington: Anni is a great, friendly and knowledgeable instructor. I was thoroughly impressed with her setup. We've done paddleboarding at a few places and she was the best instructor by far. You will be looked after and kept safe.Hope to progress further and do more sessions after our ready to ride course.
farid well: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Saska Bierowiec: Have kick started my desire to be good at paddle boarding by doing two sessions with Anni at Trifarm. What a buzz from both outings on the lake. Really friendly folks who put us at ease regardless of what silly questions we felt we were asking. Feel confident now to join with others and explore waterways. There is much more to this sport than meets the eye when watching experienced others. Thanks Anni, Mike and Paul for making me feel safe and confident to 'paddle'!!
jamie solomons: Love team Frangipani! Had an awesome paddle up the river and can't wait to go again. Having not really tried anything like this before - not only was the teaching exceptional, but the company as well!
Oliver Swallow: Absolutely brilliant instructor, great customer service and able to accommodate for all abilities. Would highly recommend to anyone!!
Sara Burns: A wonderful club to join and start your adventure in paddle boarding . I felt safe in their hands and still do after joint up and enjoying the sup rides and social events.
Rafael Ruiz: A great way to see the Essex Water ways. Excellent tuition and a great way to spend time doing an activity that all the family can enjoy!
Jane Carmichael: I highly recommend Frangipani if you are looking to learn how to SUP or to paddle with a friendly group of people. Anni and Mike and their team of instructors are highly professional and fun! Their attention to detail and safety measures are excellent. The equipment is first rate and they offer lots of useful advice and courses. Anni and Mike make sure everyone is well looked after and welcomed.
Suzy Cremer: Fantastic evening with Frangipani SUP on the river Chelmer. We were a group of newbies and under Annie’s expert tuition she had most of us on our feet and paddling down the river happily very quickly. Was such a great team bonding experience and thoroughly recommended.
audrey parker: Mickey and Anni taught me to SUP a few years back and the safety lessons they passed on actually saved my life a couple of years ago when i was swept out to sea.In fact over the years I've seen many poor quality SUP companies worldwide hand out boards without any form of safety briefing and consequently put the person on the board in considerable danger.On a lighter side, Frangipani make the whole experience fun and i now have my Ready to Ride card. I never felt nervous or pressured to instantly stand up on the board in fact Anni insisted I didn't until I had leant the basics first.On a recent SUP experience in Paddington with another company, a friend and I were told to stand on the boards within 3 mins of getting on the water. My friend had never been paddle boarding before and felt very insecure.Finally, I would say that one thing you can be sure of, is a professional and very friendly experience at Frangipani SUP. I just wish they were nearer to me ..... otherwise I'd go every weekend !
Andy Hitch: Frangipani are fantastic. I found them to be an extremely friendly group who go out of their way to welcome you, to share their knowledge and teach and train further with their highly qualified instructors. Plenty of opportunities to get out on the water in different locations whether a social paddle or a frantic dash for the finish line or a seasoned racer. I still use their stand up paddle boards whilst seeking to buy my own. They happily give me advice on my own future board purchase and equipment. This started as a chance to try it before going on holiday. Now it’s a weekend adventure. If you are interested in paddle boarding, I would highly recommend you try Frangipani for a first class experience.
Ian Spilsbury: Tried it as a bit of fun, never thought I’d actually be able to do it! Anni (my instructor) was patient and brilliant at explaining technique. She had me up in no time, I think I found a new hobby! Already looking forward to going back again and trying out my new skills.
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