FAQs

Meet new people

The best way to meet new friends is come to our instructor lead clinics. Run by friendly instructors and attended by like minded people.


What makes Hove Lagoon so special for learning?

Hove Lagoon is an old Victorian boating lake so has a solid bottom and is only waist deep. This means that any time you need to you can stand up. It is also right next to the sea so on those hot sunny days when there is little wind...


Is standup paddleboarding suitable for children?

Yes they love it. At Lagoon Watersports we have shorter paddles for little people and as Hove Lagoon is only waist deep it is very easy for them to enjoy it.


I have my own board but want to paddle with other people.

If you have your own board you are welcome to bring it to one of the instructor lead clinics. There are training sessions and social sessions depending on your ability and what you want to get out of the session whether it be the ladies session on a Sunday...


Do you do wakeboarding behind a boat?

No we do not as it is not often that the sea is flat enough. We have 3 System 2.0 cables in shallow and sheltered waters of Hove Lagoon. As it is a 2.0 system it means only one person at a time rides and if they come off...


Some of the group are wary of water and may not want to take part

Hove Lagoon is only waist deep so what ever activity you are doing they will be able to stand up. If anyone cannot swim just let us know and we will keep an extra eye. Everyone that goes on the water, including instructors, has to wear a buoyancy aid...


What do I wear for SUP Yoga?

Most people tend to wear fitness clothes so that it is easier to move and bring a change of clothes in case they fall in. However, it is perfectly acceptable to wear a wetsuit if you prefer. If you do not have your own that is not a problem...


How to book sessions

Just book online from our web site and all the sessions your membership entitles you to will be free. If you are booking courses your membership discount will be applied automatically. If not please contact us and we can sort out for you.


Staying in touch

During the season we send out a news letter about once a fortnight. The best way to stay up to date is to follow us on Facebook. If you do not use Facebook please see our news feed


One of the girls on our hen party is pregnant, can she take part?

If you are doing the raft build and race or stand up paddleboarding and she is keen to take part she is very welcome to do so but it is at her own risk. If you are doing wakeboarding it might be best if she spectated. If she is...


What happens if the weather is not good

Although we have a plan for the week we do vary it where necessary to account for the weather. We will keep them entertained and having fun whatever the weather but will obviously keep in mind their safety.


Will my child receive a qualification at the end of the week

They will be taught the basics of all the sports that they try but as they are trying so many activities they will not get to a level where they can be signed off in any particular one. If your child gets to the end of the week and...


Inherent risks

We have taken all reasonable steps to provide your child with the level of care and assurances of safety appropriate to the activities they will undertake. However, you should be aware that certain inherent risks remain which are integral to the activity and which cannot be eliminated without destroying...


Parent briefings

The kids courses which run during the school holidays start with a short parent briefing. Please take the time to attend this briefing as it will explain how the course works and other information we feel you should know.


Lost Property

We tend to acquire a lot of lost property which can be difficult to identify when it is wet. Please can you ensure where possible everything is named and that your child takes everything home at the end of the day. If anything does get mislaid please advise us...