Lowcountry SUP Camp
August 31-Sept 4, 2025 ~ Blufton, South Carolina
(Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry)
☀️ The perfect Stand Up Paddle Experience! ☀️
Come train, paddle, play and connect over stand up paddling in the Lowcountry's beautiful waters and beaches! Whether you’re into SUP racing, want to prep for the upcoming Lowcountry Boil Paddle Battle September 5th to 7th, or simply want an empowering and exciting week of SUP for your personal interests this camp will get you on the water, learning and progressing, playing, and feeling confident when it comes to stand up paddling.
Paddle in friendly waters and soft sand beaches, build friendships, eat fresh local food, and more! Build confidence on and off the water. Feel empowered, enlightened and energized, and make life-long connections. Come away with new skills, knowledge and awareness.
Contact us today to reserve your spot or to host your own SUP camp!
When:
August 31 to September 4th, 2025
Where:
Bluffton and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
Water Conditions:
Various spots in the area including flatwater, river, intercoastal waterways, beach and ocean. Beach entry entails little to minimal (if any) surf breaks making our location perfect for SUP and all levels of paddlers from new to elite.
Who?
New, beginner to experienced paddlers. No experience necessary. (Taking a SUP lesson pior to our camp is recommended and may be done local to where you are at or with Rachel prior to camp start date.)
What to Expect:
🌊 Daily stand-up paddle boarding
🌴 Local adventure and activity
💪 Coaching, clinics & on-water workshops
🏝 Beach walks, hikes & personal time
🛶 Play, connection & new experiences
What’s Included:
🏡 5 nights accommodations
🏄♂️ Daily SUP sessions
🎯 Coaching & guiding
🥗 Meals
🚐 Transport from San José Airport (SJO)
🛶 Boards & equipment *available to rent for additional cost*
What’s Not Included:
✈️ Transportation
🍽 2 meals at local restaurants
A Day At Camp:
☀️ Mornings – Sunrise SUP, coaching & workshops
🌊 Afternoons – More SUP, local adventures & personal time
🌅 Evenings – Sunset, dinner & daily recap
About The Area:
Jaco, Puntarenas is known for a combination of social vibes, beach and surf life, local activities, nature and outdoor adventures! You’ll get a little bit of everything. From restaurants and night life, to surf and sunsets, to hiking trails and a walkable town, to ziplinjng, snorkeling, waterfalls and more!
Meet Your Coach and Curator:
Rachel Cantore, Paddle_Racer, owner and curator, SUP coach and sup racing and paddle surf athlete
Surprise Guest SUP Coaches may also make an appearance
Spots and Availability:
🌊 Small Group Experience (up to 10)
✨ Personal, supportive & tailored for all paddlers
Location and Travel Information:
Bluffton is located just off Hilton Head Island, 30 minutes from Savannah, Georgia, 90 min from Charleston, and 2 hours from Jacksonville, FL.
Nearest airport - Savannah Internatonal
Plan to arrive by 2 pm March 31st and wrap up early afternoon on Sept 4th.
Sample Itinerary
Sample Day A:
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Wake up, coffee and snack
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Morning SUP sessions, including on and offer water clinics and workshops
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Recovery time for stretch, mobility, rest
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Lunch, cookout on the beach
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Afternoon SUP sessions including on and off water clinics and workshops
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Free/personal time
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Return to house
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Dinner
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Recap
Sample Day B:
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Wake up, coffee and snack
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Day trip to local beach town
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Morning SUP sessions, including on and offer water clinics and workshops
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Recovery time for stretch, mobility, rest
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Lunch, dined out at local spot in town
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Afternoon local adventure
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Free/personal time to wander and explore town, solo or with others in group
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Dinner
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Return to house
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Recap
Cost:
Inclusive Camp Package $1599
1-1 coaching available for additional cost (options at time of payment)
For payment plans, fee-free payment options, further questions and inquiries, email Rachel at contact@standandpaddle.com
FAQ
Payments and Plans:
Payment is due at time of registration
Payment plans are available (contact Rachel)
Boards and Equipment
We will provide boards, paddles, leashes, and any equipment. We have a decent selection of new NSP boards including all-around (for use in flatwater/ocean/surf) and race sups. Paddles are moderate weight adjustable.
If you prefer your own board and or paddle and want travel with or ship it down you are more than welcome. Hard boards are preferred. We do not recommend iSUPs for a number of the sessions we will be doing on the water.
Boards and Equipment:
We have a limited selection of race and touring SUPs available to rent. If you do own your own board and are driving we recommend bringing and using your own board. We will be using race and touring SUPs, 12.6 to 14'+.
Cancellations:
Camp registration fees are refundable, minus initial deposit and service fees, up to 30 days prior to the event
After that, 50% of your camp fees, minus service fees, are refundable up to 14 days prior to event.
Registration fees are non-refundable less than 14 days.
All service fees are non-refundable.
In the case of the camp being cancelled on my behalf, a full refund, minus service fees, will be issued.
Reserve Your Spot in Our Summer SUP Camp Today!
August 31 to September 4, 2025
Inclusive Package $1599
For payment plans, fee-free payment options, further questions and inquiries, email Rachel at contact@standandpaddle.com.