By Land and Sea Stand Up Paddle

So I’m not exactly sure what I was thinking trying paddle boarding. I think it had something to do with the fact that my friend and I had wanted to do it when we were down in key west but ran out of time. Suffice it to say, this fool can barely walk in a straight line sober. I had no business attempting to stand up on a floatation device. Anyway. I’m going to claim temporary insanity, but as soon as I saw a Gilt deal for SUP I was on it. It also didn’t hurt that Jill is one of my favorite instructors at btone, so I figured it wouldn’t be a bad time.
It was really windy when we went out and lets just say i’ve had enough Charles river on me circa Brandeis rowing 2007-​09, so i was way too chicken to even stand up on the board for fear of falling into the cesspool of hepatitis. A B C – pick your flavor. Bless my instructor Ingrid’s heart, she was so patient with me. Today is the day after and i’d say a good 60% of my body is screaming «whyyyyyyy!!!» if nothing else, at least i got a killer work out… and definitely an awesome view of the city. can’t beat that. I suggest bringing a waterproof disposable to snap a couple of shots.
some logistics stuff – you may have to reschedule to a location other than the one you were planning on depending on wind conditions. Jill is savvy with an iphone, so communication/​planning isn’t an issue. If you’re meeting on the Charles, you’ll be pulling into the riverside boat club parking lot (free) across from Trader Joe’s. Just look for the out of place UHaul to the far left of the lot. Remember to bring your Gilt voucher if you have one, and definitely some cash for your instructor.

Yesterday was my first time paddleboarding in the Boston area. I rented a board from By Land and Sea SUP, and was so impressed with their affordability and accommodating service that it will be the only place I rent boards from for the rest of the season. Jill, the owner and operator, is very knowledgeable, and although I didn’t take a lesson from her, I am sure she is a fantastic instructor. Whatever your reasons to get out on the water, whatever your skill level, wherever you want to paddle in Boston, I highly recommend By Land and Sea SUP.

In LOVE with SUP!!! I had the privilege of paddle boarding with Jill before she sadly moved to the east coast. It was my first time and she was an amazing coach! She even let me bring my dog for the ride. She showed me correct form and gave me lots of encouragement. Highly recommend SUP!!! You won’t regret it! I can’t wait to come to the east coast for some more lessons!

My husband and I had a great experience with by land and sea stand up paddle board. We actually had first heard about it on the west coast and tried it out there and were super excited when we moved back east and found it out this way. Jill, our instructor was very helpful and a lot of fun! Cant wait for summer to come so we can go again!

Jill was an awesome instructor. We had such a great day out on the water. I would highly recommend her to anyone. We will definitely be back for more stand up paddle board as soon as the water warms up.