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WELCOME!

From SUP & Paddle Surf to Fitness & Training, Wellness & Performance, Lifestyle & Adventure.

No Excuses, Just Empowerment, Whether On or Off the Water

What Would You Like To Do?
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On The Calendar

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Local & Upcoming

From meetups to workshops, full moon paddles to camps and retreats to SUP club, check out what's coming up

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Learn & Explore (Local Experiences)

Lessons, Clinics & Workshops, Group Outings & Team Building, Fitness Touring Paddles

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Paddle & Connect

Group Outings & Team Building Excursions, Fitness Touring Paddles, SUP Club, SUP Yoga & SUP Fitness

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Train & Progress

Clinics & Workshops, SUP and Paddle Surf Coaching, Wellness & Performance Coaching, SUP Club, Video Analysis, Online Programs, Retreats & Camps

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Travel & Retreats

Costa Rica & Beyond 2025 - 2026
SUP | Paddle Surf | Adventure | Wellness

Now Accepting Bookings, Collabs, and Interest List for Nosara 2026 Season

Remote & Online Learning

Coming Soon: The Strong SUPHer

Complete Training & Lifestyle Program for The Female Paddler
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The Brand

A SUP & Paddle Surf Coaching, Retreat & Lifestyle Brand

​Providing:

Paddling, Adventure and Wellness Destination Travel, Retreat Experiences & Event Planning Services

Coaching, Courses, and Programs (In-Person and Online) 

In-Person or Online, The Choice is Yours

Our focus is on Stand Up Paddling and Paddle Surf, but we integrate wellness, fitness, and mindset into what we do and offer too. You can work with us both in-person and online. Not sure where to start? 

Do you want to get on the water with us in real time?

If so, we provide SUP and paddle surf services in Costa Rica, and, depending on the time of year, the Lowcountry. We do also work with other's where we may host and collaborate on events in other locations.

Or would you rather learn and practice from afar?

From 1-1 coaching and custom plans, to already done-for-you programs, as well as video analysis you can work on your paddling skills from anywhere.

Hi I'm Rachel Cantore

Some know me as "Paddle Racer"

I’m a professional SUP racer and paddle surf athlete, certified coach, and the founder of Stand and Paddle, a female-owned and run stand up paddle board, wellness and lifestyle brand. With years of experience on the water, and a background and education in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, I combine high-level athletic insight with real-world coaching to help others discover their strength, flow, and freedom through stand-up paddling and paddle surfing. Whether you’re new to SUP or chasing performance goals, my mission is to guide you with knowledge, empathy, and a deep love for the ocean.

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About Stand and Paddle

Stand and Paddle is a small business dedicated to promoting recreational and competitive stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and paddle surf coaching in Bluffton, SC. 

Meet Rachel

Coach, owner

Professional Athlete in SUP racer and paddle surf.

Entrepreneur.

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