At Broadways Meadows, just outside Loughborough, a recent #ShePaddles event took place. This event was aiming to get women from the East Midlands onto the water and enjoying the sport. Making use of Paddle UK’s launch point and land on the River Soar, there was plenty going on over the…
Saira Is-Haq has been a passionate kayaker for a long time, loving her time out on the water. She has also helped to pass her love for the water onto others, becoming a British Canoeing #ShePaddles Ambassador in 2022. Saira is determined to keep up her passion for kayaking alongside…
Paddling is a great activity for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a white water adrenaline rush, a chilled glide through nature or anything in between, the water is your space. If you’re a woman looking to get into stand up paddleboarding, canoeing or kayaking or a current paddler wanting signposting…
Paddling as we know isn’t just a fantastic way to keep fit. It also has huge benefits to your mental wellbeing. It's a great opportunity to socialise while staying socially distanced, and a way to meet new friends too. All these things as a new parent are important to your…
We don't 'do' the word taboo here at Go Paddling. We've covered the topics of paddling when pregnant, and paddling through the menopause, but one topic that has been noticeably absent is paddling on your period. We thought it was about time to tackle that! Whether you have a cycle…
Whether you’re new to paddling or you’ve been doing it for years, it’s always great to link up with other female paddlers. The Women’s Paddling Community on Facebook is the perfect place for you to do that. This super supportive group was set up to encourage more women to start…
The idea of stand up paddle boarding (SUP) when pregnant can raise all kinds of questions. Am I still ok to paddle board if I’m pregnant? Can I try paddle boarding when I’m pregnant? Are there any additional safety elements I should be aware of around SUP'ing when pregnant? The answers…
It's a topic that pops up on most women's paddling forums with questions ranging from advice and lifestyle tips to physical changes in paddling and beyond. Paddling through the menopause is not only absolutely possible, it should be encouraged for both physical and mental well being! To help us write…
Can you go paddling when pregnant? It’s a difficult question to answer, and everyone will have a different opinion depending on who they are, what they do, and their level of paddling experience. The general answer is, yes, paddling when pregnant is safe. But as with everything during those nine…
Paddling is for everyone. It's accessible, easy and social. Many paddling centres promote paddling for women because it's open and welcoming with something for all ages and abilities. The variety and flexibility makes it a great sport or pastime for all. So what are you waiting for? If you needed…
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