First stand up paddle board race in Prague

From the 5th to the 7th of July, a unique stand up paddleboard race (SUP) will take place in the historical centre of Prague, on the Vltava River near Střelecký Island ('Střelecký ostrov'). The first official SUP race in Prague is part of the tenth anniversary of the biggest European series, The Euro Tour. In addition to racing, the weekend will be full of sport opportunities for all paddle board enthusiasts. Paddle board fans of any level of experience will be able to borrow and try out paddle boards.

 

The origins of stand-up paddle boarding

Stand up paddle boarding is no longer just a seaside resort hobby. It originated on the beaches of Hawaii in the 20th century and quickly spread worldwide.

Thanks to the long paddle, the board can be moved in different directions. The sport requires no specials skills, apart from a little bit of patience while getting used to standing and paddling. Riding on the board is so simple that anyone who tries it can move smoothly on the surface after only a few minutes of practice. The sport is even suitable for small children. Apart from standing on the board, you can also sit and lie on it, and even practice yoga, which are part of related sports, paddleboarding and paddle board yoga.

 

Accompanying programme

Throughout the weekend, there will also be an accompanying programme for families with children, both on water and land. On Friday there will be a beautiful sunset ride around the island with Charles Bridge, Prague Castle and the National Theatre in the background. On Saturday, a paddleboard workshop for children and a free paddleboard ride will be available. There will also be a paddleboard fitness class. Testing of various paddleboard brands will also be included in the events programme.

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT

05/07/2019-07/07/2019

Střelecký Island, Prague 1

◾Free admission

 

The schedule of the race onhttps://praguepaddlefest.cz/en/schedule-61.htm

For more information, please visithttps://praguepaddlefest.cz/en/home-1.htm

30. června 2019
30. června 2019