Paddleboarding has become increasingly popular over the last decade. It’s appealing due to its accessibility and versatility—people can enjoy it on lakes, rivers, and oceans. Paddleboarding is popular among a wide variety of age groups, and you can rent paddleboards to try out at many local rental shops and water sports locations. Additionally, fitness enthusiasts appreciate it for the workout it provides. For these and many other reasons, paddleboarding is rapidly becoming one of Floridians’ favorite pastimes.
First and foremost, paddle boarding is fun. It is an appropriate and safe activity for most people and will even provide a workout if that is your goal. If you are visiting Siesta Key or are a Sarasota resident looking to try something new – here are five great reasons to try paddleboarding!
- It is an All-Inclusive Activity: Whether your adventurous teenager wants to explore the Gulf or your timid grandmother is more comfortable on a glassy, calm lagoon, the paddleboard is easy to transport and take anywhere. It can be used and enjoyed by a fitness enthusiast or a first-time paddler, making it the perfect way for anyone to enjoy the many waterways of Sarasota and Siesta Key.
- Your Paddle Board Can Vacation with You: You may think a paddle board belongs at the beach, but Sarasota has so many options! You can try out your paddle board in the Gulf, paddle through the Neville Preserve, launch into the lagoon at Turtle Beach, or explore residential neighborhoods via our canal system. Because paddle boards are lighter than canoes or kayaks, they are easier to transport and travel with. Where will you paddle?
- It Is Easy to Get Started: Paddleboarding requires very little gear and even less preparation – so if you decide to go paddling, you can simply rent a board and be out on the water in no time! Even if you’ve never been on a paddle board before, it is relatively easy to get the hang of it. Simply find a calm body of water and start practicing! If you’d like a new experience while visiting Siesta Key, paddleboarding is a great choice – as it is considered easier than more extreme sports such as windsurfing. (Read more about the basics of paddleboarding so you can feel confident!)
- Paddle Boarding Is a Social Activity: While you can certainly strike out on your own and enjoy a solitary afternoon, paddle boarding does lend itself to having fun with family and friends. You can take turns trying the paddle board or even sit your kids or dog on the front of the board while you paddle. Because of its leisurely pace and silent propulsion through the water, you can converse with the others in your party.
- It Helps with Balance and Supports Fitness: Paddle boarding provides a unique workout for those seeking to break their routine. Because you must stabilize the board to stay upright, your core muscles are working, and your balance is being tested. Stand up paddle boarding will help you excel in other sports activities as well and can even help senior citizens to regain their sense of balance. If you seek a different type of workout that challenges your body while calming your mind, paddle boarding is the answer.
Ride & Paddle: For Paddleboarding, Kayaking and More!
Ride & Paddle makes renting paddle boards for your Siesta Key or Sarasota vacation easy! Call today or book your paddle boards online – and be sure to ask our professional team for any tips, tricks or recommendations they may have.
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