Where Orlando Learnsto paddle
Stand-up paddleboarding on a calm lake 14 minutes from downtown Orlando. From $25, all gear included, no experience needed.
The easiest way onto the water.
Stand-up paddleboarding is the simplest way to get on the water. You stand on a wide, stable board, take a paddle, and go. No experience needed, and most people pick it up in a single session.
Out on Lake Fairview it is calm and quiet: sun on the water, a paddle in your hands, and a different view of Orlando. It is a real way to slow down, and a genuinely good workout while you are at it.
It is also where a lot of people start. Bring a friend, a date, or the whole family, and many paddlers finish a session asking about windsurfing.
Up and paddling, your first time
Balance and stance
Finding your footing on a moving surface: where to stand, how to hold your weight, what to do when the board shifts.
Paddle technique
Forward stroke, reverse stroke, sweep turn. Efficient paddling, not harder, just better.
Navigation
Reading the lake, choosing your line, paddling upwind and downwind. By the end of a tour you know how to get where you are going.
Water confidence
Falling and getting back on, reading conditions, and knowing when the water is right for paddling.
From $25.
All gear included, no experience needed. The easiest yes you will make this weekend.
The basics on flat water: balance, paddle stroke, steering, and turns. Built for first-timers who have never been on a board.
Best for: First-timers who want to try SUP before a longer session.
Book Intro →A guided hour out on Lake Fairview with instruction built in. You explore the lake and get comfortable on the board while a guide leads the route.
Best for: Groups, friends, families, and visitors who want more time on the water.
Email to Book →All sessions include board, paddle, and life vest. No rental fees. Prices are per person. Gift cards accepted.
The lake is closer than you think.
Lake Fairview is spring-fed and flat, 14 minutes from downtown Orlando. The boards are wide and stable, the water is calm and flat, and every session includes the gear and a guide or instructor close by.
It is the most social thing Aquavela does: bring friends, a date, or the family, and when you are ready for more, the same lake is where you can learn to windsurf next.
- From $25 per person
- All gear included
- 14 minutes from downtown
- No experience needed
- Families and groups welcome
- A community of riders
Fun and adventure, together
“I can honestly say I fell in love with windsurfing after taking lessons here. There's nothing like the feeling of being out on the water - it's exciting, peaceful, and freeing all at once.”
“Jorge is a great windsurfing instructor! He explained complicated topics in a manner that is easy to understand. He also demonstrated concepts both on land and on the water, which was super helpful for learning. Definitely recommend taking a lesson with Aquavela!”
“Great location on a flat water lake in Orlando. First lesson with Jorge and I got to standing up on the SUP with the wing! His system of sailing along side you allowed for easy communications while on the water. Safe and convenient place to learn.”
What to Know Before You Book
Most questions are answered below. If yours isn't, email info@aquavela.surf.
Do I need any experience?
None. SUP is the easiest way onto the water. The boards are wide and stable, and most people are up and paddling in their first session.
Ready to paddle?
From $25, all gear included, no experience needed. Book your first session and get on the water.