Our Accessible Services

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Shellharbour is committed to making our experiences as inclusive as possible. We offer supportive, small group & private paddle sessions that can be tailored to suit different abilities, confidence levels & mobility needs. Our calm water locations, Surfing Australia accredited instructors, & flexible teaching approach allow us to adapt equipment, pace & instruction to help more people safely enjoy time on the water.

A participant is being assisted by her carer down a ramp to her paddle board.

Flexible teaching approach with activities adapted to suit different abilities & comfort levels.

Tilly the Guide Dog is sitting on the front of the paddle board leading the way.

We welcome you to talk to us about how you can involve your guide dogs on our SUP adventures.

Our instructor is guiding 2 participants on our Monster SUP which takes up to 8 adults.

Our Monster SUP is a lot of fun & provides room for everyone.

Believe it or not, up to 8 adults!

A paddle boarder is showing how you can kneel on a paddle board, instead of standing.

Participants can paddle standing, kneeling or seated depending on their preference and ability.

A parent of a participant is sharing the same paddle board to ensure her daughter feels confident.

Extra time is provided for instruction and getting comfortable on the water when required.

6 participants and a SUP instructor are loving paddling the Monster SUP at Lake Illawarra.

FAQ's

Accessible Toilets & changerooms

The award winning Reddall Reserve promenade provides a wide pathway along the foreshore.

The beautiful coastal promenade

A team from Stellar Experiences enjoying time on a Monster SUP

Paddle boarding is about having fun!

Do you have accessible toilets?

Yes, under 1 mins drive east, the newly constructed amenities at Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra include wheelchair-accessible toilets, ambulant toilets, changerooms, and outdoor showers, with 24/7 access available for MLAK key holders. The onsite kiosk/toilet block is scheduled for upgrades soon. Please check the National Public Toilet map for other available amenities.

Is there easy access to the water?

There are ramps providing access to the sand at both Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra, Little Lake, Barrack Point & Trevethan Reserve, Minnamurra.

The newly constructed vibrant and accessible community space at Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra received an Engineering Excellence Award in 2025.

Can everybody paddle board?

At SUP Shellharbour we encourage everyone to have a go, whether that be standing, kneeling or laying. Our instructors have experience with many guests. We would encourage you to speak to the owner, Bec (0427667938) prior to your booking to ensure we plan the best visit possible.

Have further questions?

Please contact Bec on 0427667938 to ask more about how we can provide you with the best SUP experience.

Need accessible transport?

- Illawarra Taxi Network (Ph 42542111)

- Premier Illawarra bus service (Ph 42711322)

- Shellharbour Airport (Ph 1300851269)