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Paddle Method Paddle Method is the first certified Stand Up Paddleboard school in Los Angeles and offers both grou

Paddle Method lessons:

-- Intro to flat Water
-- Performance Paddling
-- Intro to Open Water
-- Beach launch and return clinic
-- Down winders
-- Technique based group workouts (prep for the open water and hone your flat water paddling technique, just so happens that good technique is a great workout!)

10/23/2026

Quick behind-the-scenes before we launch into the day 😄

Every live group paddle starts the same way — boards out, leashes checked, nervous first-timers wondering if they're going to tip in the first five minutes (you won't, promise).

During our last live session on the water, a few favorite moments stood out: a first-timer who white-knuckled her paddle for ten minutes then suddenly relaxed into her stroke, a dad cheering on his kid's first "real" paddle, and that collective exhale when everyone glides out past the breakwater into glassy water.

That's the whole point of a Marina Discovery Paddle — it meets you exactly where you are, nerves and all.

What's the moment that would make YOU finally say yes to trying it? Tell us below 👇

Stop paddling like it's your first day — every single time. 🛶If you're white-knuckling your paddle or fighting the board...
10/22/2026

Stop paddling like it's your first day — every single time. 🛶

If you're white-knuckling your paddle or fighting the board instead of gliding with it, chances are you're making one of these three mistakes.

1️⃣ Looking down at your feet instead of out at the horizon
2️⃣ Paddling with your arms instead of rotating from your core
3️⃣ Standing too stiff-legged instead of soft, bent knees for balance

Fix just one of these and you'll feel the difference on your very next paddle. We coach this stuff every single day on the water, from total beginners to folks chasing their first wave.

Which one are you guilty of? Tell us in the comments 👇

10/12/2026

Here's what a Marina Discovery Paddle actually looks like before the pretty photos happen 👀

Boards unracked and rinsed. Leashes checked. A quick chat about wind direction for the day. Then we walk you through balance basics right there on the dock before your feet ever touch water.

No one talks about this part — but it's the part that turns "I've never done this" into "I can't believe I just did that." Every paddler who's ever felt wobbly on their first try started exactly where you are right now 🌊

Our Marina Discovery Paddle runs year-round, works for every level, and ends with wildlife sightings and photos you'll actually want to keep.

What's stopping you from trying it? Tell us in the comments 👇

10/02/2026

Meet the real dock bosses of Marina del Rey 🦭

Out on a morning paddle, you never know who's going to show up — sometimes it's a pod of sea lions sprawled out on a swim platform like they own the place (honestly, they kind of do).

Moments like these are why we love this marina so much. It's calm, it's protected, and it's absolutely full of life once you slow down enough to notice it.

Our Marina Discovery Paddle is the easiest way to see it all for yourself — wildlife, waterfront homes, yachts, and a little SUP skill building along the way. No experience needed, just curiosity.

What's the coolest wildlife encounter you've had on the water? Tell us in the comments 👇

Ever notice how your head feels quieter after a paddle? 🌊Our paddlers tell us this all the time — they come out to Marin...
10/02/2026

Ever notice how your head feels quieter after a paddle? 🌊

Our paddlers tell us this all the time — they come out to Marina del Rey stressed about work, a decision, a rough week... and paddle back in with a clear head they can't quite explain.

Turns out it's not just a feeling. Save these 3 reasons paddling resets your mind so well:

1️⃣ Your eyes fix on the horizon, which naturally calms your nervous system
2️⃣ Balancing on the board forces your brain to focus on NOW, not your to-do list
3️⃣ Blue space (any view of open water) has been shown to lower stress hormones fast

Which one hits home for you? Tell us in the comments 👇

Ever notice how paddling into the wind feels like a totally different sport than paddling with it? 🌬️ You're not out of ...
09/26/2026

Ever notice how paddling into the wind feels like a totally different sport than paddling with it? 🌬️ You're not out of shape — you're probably fighting the wind instead of working with it!

Here are 3 quick fixes our coaches teach every paddler at Mother's Beach:

1️⃣ Lower your stance — a bent knee and lower center of gravity cuts wind resistance fast.
2️⃣ Shorten your stroke — quicker, shorter strokes beat long lazy ones when the breeze picks up.
3️⃣ Paddle perpendicular to the wind — go straight up wind with short quick strokes, then let the return trip feel like a reward.

Save this for your next windy session! 💙

What's your biggest paddling challenge — wind, boat wakes, or just balance? Tell us in the comments!

09/26/2026

Ever notice how a paddleboard wobbles the second you step on... and then somehow feels rock-solid once you're moving? 🌊

Here's the trick almost every beginner misses: it's not about tensing up and fighting the board — it's about soft knees and finding your center over the middle of the board, not the edges.

Wide stance, eyes on the horizon (not your feet), and let your knees absorb the wobble like little shock absorbers. That's it. That's the whole secret.

Our Marina Discovery Paddle is the easiest place to feel this shift for yourself — calm water, expert coaching, and that magic moment when the wobble just... stops.

What's the one thing that made paddleboarding click for you? Tell us below! 👇

09/13/2026

Six years ago, one of our paddlers showed up nervous, unsteady, and honestly, a little out of shape. No SUP experience at all. Just a dream of one day surfing a wave standing up.

Fast forward to today: he's out every weekend catching waves on his board, stronger, more confident, and completely hooked on life on the water. 🌊

That transformation didn't happen by accident. It happened one lesson, one practice session, and one patient coach at a time.

We get so many beginners who think SUP surfing is out of reach for them. It's not. It just takes the right first steps.

What's a skill you always wanted to learn but were afraid to start? Tell us in the comments 👇

Ever wonder what our most popular experience actually looks like? 🛶Picture this: calm marina water, sea lions lounging o...
09/11/2026

Ever wonder what our most popular experience actually looks like? 🛶

Picture this: calm marina water, sea lions lounging on the docks, sailboats drifting by, and you gliding through it all learning to paddle like a pro. That's our Marina Discovery Paddle — part lesson, part guided tour, all magic.

It's perfect for total beginners and returning paddlers alike, and it runs year-round because our marina stays calm and protected no matter the season. You'll pick up real SUP skills, meet the local wildlife, and walk away with photos and memories that last way longer than the hour you spent on the water.

Have you done the Marina Discovery Paddle yet? Tell us your favorite part in the comments! 👇

Big news for anyone thinking about owning their own paddle board 🌊We've got several quality used boards for sale, all in...
09/10/2026

Big news for anyone thinking about owning their own paddle board 🌊

We've got several quality used boards for sale, all in good to excellent condition, sizes ranging from 10'6"x32" up to 11'6"x33". Every board includes a fin and a carbon fiber paddle, so you're ready to paddle right away.

Prices start at $250 and go up to $550, depending on size and condition — a great way to get on the water on your own schedule without renting every time.

Not sure which size or shape fits you best? Send us a message and we'll help you find your perfect match.

Who's ready to own their own board this season? 🛶

Address

14110 Palawan Way
Marina Del Rey, CA
90292

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+13107707291

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