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Gordon Gannon missing the "off d lip" SUP wave riding Kite Beach, Method Right.

SUP Paddle Boarding Dominican Republic

Interview with National Champion John Holzhall.

Q. What do you think of Stand Up Paddle Boarding
A. I like everything except the name.

Q. What would you change it to?
A. Remo con Mesa...this means Paddle Board in Spanish.

Q. Tell us about your Paddle Board center in the DR.
A. It is freaking awesome!!! The Kite Beach Lagoon is only 100 meters from the Kite Beach, we have flat water jungle tours on one side and an incredible uncrowded Paddle Boarding Beach on the other side.

Q. Do you teach on both sides?
A. No, the lagoon side is safe enough to go unattended...the only thing that can happen back there is a person can get lost if they don't pay attention. The Kite Beach Lagoon is massive.
We teach SUP wave riding on the Ocean Side. We have a great spot but it requires, Technique, Strategy and Local Knowledge.

Q. They say this sport doesn't need any lessons.
A. Those guys who say that don't paddle in surf. Sure in the flats anyone can do it, but in waves there are things you really want to know and practice.

Q. Like what?
A. First thing is to learn how to turn a board with body weight, then how to surf the board with the paddle. A lot happens in the surf! We have an outer reef which is alive also.

Q. How much are lessons?
A. About $70usd.

Q. When do you go?
A. 7am daily.

Q. Which is more popular, SUP on the Lagoon or SUP in the Waves?
A. The Lagoon for sure...SUP fits perfect in the Lagoon and there is a lot that remains to be discovered. Plus anyone can do it. Wave riding is a skill which is acquired. Wave riding is great for the athlete.

Q. How do people book?
a. Stop by, email us or call 809-849-2147

This piece was shot by renown photographer Richard Sibbald, featuring the Smits brothers from Toronto. The Smits Brothers were on kite beach to shoot their next magazine layout featuring "Paradise Boot Camp". In this camp, the Smits brothers along with Premiere Water Sports Trainer, John Holzhall, use the sports of Paddle Boarding and Kiteboarding to help participants develop core strength in a fun, natural way.

Lagoon Tours

Oh man...reviews are in...everyone loves the lagoon tours...here is the map! To book a tour, stop by or email us. methodlodge@gmail.com

Paddle Board Kite Beach Lagoon

Same Planet as Kite Beach, but might as well be a different world...take a break from the beach and explore Kite Beach Lagoon. Anyone can do this tour, 500 pesos or $15usd...This same tour with fresh Lagoon food (almonds, coconut, sugar cane and banana) is $700 pesos per perosn or $20usd. Local and family discounts apply. methodlodge@gmail.com

ENGLISH
The Sport of Paddle boarding (Remo) in the City of Kite Beach has been expanded greatly thanks to the efforts of the Government of La Republica Dominicana.
The Secretary of Environment had the vision and ability to create one of the coolest tours on kite beach. The Secretary created a canal around the kite Beach Lagoon, (El Choco National Park) providing an excellent opportunity for Paddle Boarders. No matter the wind or weather, paddling in the Laguna Goleta is always fun. For tours or to join the Method Paddle Boarding Club email us at: methodlodge@gmail.com.

ESPANOL
El deporte de Padel de embarque (Remo) en la Ciudad de la playa Kite se ha ampliado enormemente gracias a los esfuerzos del Gobierno de la Republica Dominicana.
El Secretario de Medio Ambiente tuvo la visión y la capacidad para crear uno de los mejores viajes en cometa playa. El Secretario creado un canal alrededor del Parque Nacional El Choco, proporcionando una excelente oportunidad para Padel pensionistas. No importa el viento o el tiempo, remando en la Laguna Goleta es siempre divertido. Para los viajes o para unirse a los métodos de embarque Padel Club, envíenos un mensaje a: methodlodge@gmail.com.

deep mission

The Toronto crew took a break from kiteboarding and are paddle boarding deep into Kite Beach Lagoon