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Health & Fitness

SUP into spring and get fit for LIFE :)

Stand up paddleboarding is widely known as a strong all-over body workout with an emphasis on core development. Why not make your commitment to fitness this season by getting out on the water and training for one of these great upcoming events?

On May 18th, Main Beach Surf & Sport is hosting the first SUP race of the season to raise money for The Peconic Baykeeper at 9AM.  Come join us at Haven's Beach in Sag Harbor as we launch into summer with a 3-mile recreational paddle and a 6-mile Elite race.  Entry fee is $50 and your efforts go to help keep our local bays and estuaries clean.  To register, click HERE.

Then on June 1st, the Soundsurfer Waterman's Challenge takes place in Westport CT.  A short ferry ride away, this incredible SUP challenge hosts a 10-mile, 4-mile and 3-mile race for paddlers of all ability levels.   Join the festivities, a day on the water and get your stoke ON for summer!  To register, click HERE.

On June 7th and 8th, Main Beach Surf & Sport hosts 2 days of SUP clinics with top ranked athletes Candice Appleby and Anthony Vela of Performance Paddling!  Candice is currently ranked #1 in the world of women's stand up paddle racing and Anthony is a renowned waterman, SUP racer and professional SUP surfer. 

Day #1:   June 7th,  Candice and Anthony will download their expertise in a 4-hour SUP surf clinic for intermediate to advanced paddlers only.  Topics will include safety, etiquette, ocean conditions, footwork, stroke technique, and paddle work.  This is a limited opportunity and spots are filling fast.  If interested, sign up today! To register, click HERE.

Day #2:  June 8th, Candice Appleby and Anthony Vela will offer an exclusive SUP race clinic.  This 4-hour clinic will discuss training, goal setting, nutrition/hydration, mental preparation, stroke technique, race starts/finishes, and buoy turns.  Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the very best in the sport.  To register, click HERE.

Please visit the Main Beach website to learn about our ongoing sunset paddles, yoga paddles, SUP fitness & beginner's race clinics and more!

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