ABOUT
At EBT SUP, paddleboarding isn’t just a sport—it’s a way to connect, grow, and thrive.
Founded from a deep passion for the water and a desire to build a strong SUP community, we’re here to help you gain confidence, develop skills, and create unforgettable moments on the water.
Based in Cochrane, Alberta, and operating at the breathtaking Ghost Lake and Harmony Lake, we offer lessons, clinics, camps, and programs tailored for all ages and skill levels.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique, our Paddle Canada-certified instructors ensure a safe, supportive, and fun learning experience.
What Makes EBT SUP Different?
✔ Personalized Instruction – Every paddler is unique, and we tailor each session to meet your needs.
✔ A Family-Friendly Approach – We specialize in youth and family programs, making SUP fun and accessible for all ages.
✔ Focus on Safety & Confidence – Learning proper technique and water awareness is at the core of everything we teach.
✔ A Supportive Community – We’re passionate about creating a welcoming space where paddlers can learn, grow, and connect.
✔ Bilingual Lessons – We proudly offer instruction in both English and French.
Our Vision
To empower paddlers of all ages through a supportive, safe, and inclusive paddleboarding community.
Our Mission
To help people develop confidence, skills, and a love for SUP while fostering respect for water safety and the outdoors.
Our Values
🌊 Empowerment – Helping paddlers feel strong and confident on the water.
🤝 Community – Bringing people together through a shared love of SUP.
⚖ Balance – Encouraging an active, mindful, and healthy lifestyle.
🌟 Passion – Sharing the joy and freedom of paddleboarding.
🛟 Safety First – Ensuring every paddler has the knowledge and skills to be safe.
EBT SUP isn’t just about learning to paddle—it’s about building confidence, making connections, and discovering the joy of being on the water.
We’d love to paddle with you—let’s get on the water and make some waves! 🤙
Meet Your Instructor – Claudie
Founder | Owner | Paddle Canada Flatwater SUP Instructor
Hey! I’m Claudie—the heart behind EBT SUP and your guide to all things stand-up paddleboarding!
I grew up in Quebec but found my true home in the Rockies in 2011, where nature, adventure, and water became my playground.
My love for SUP started in 2013 with a single paddle stroke, and that’s when everything changed.
From casual paddling to SUP racing, river SUP, and joining an amazing paddle community, my passion grew into something bigger than I ever imagined.
In 2023, I became a certified SUP instructor, and in 2024, I launched EBT SUP school to share this incredible sport with others!
Why I Started EBT SUP
As an educator and paddleboard enthusiast, I saw a gap in accessible, high-quality SUP instruction—especially for families, youth, and new paddlers. I wanted to create a space where people could learn, feel empowered, and connect with nature in a safe and encouraging environment.
That’s how EBT SUP was born—out of a love for the water and a vision to make paddleboarding more inclusive, accessible, and community-driven.
Why SUP?
Paddleboarding has been life-changing and has given me so much more than just time on the water—it’s taught me confidence, perseverance, adaptability, happiness and learning to live and appreciate being in the moment.
My goal with the school is to show people that SUP is fun, accessible, exciting, and empowering!
What’s Next?
Taking on the Yukon River Quest (715 km of SUP racing!), exploring other long-distance SUP races around the world, and expanding EBT SUP to include Adaptive SUP programs—because everyone deserves the chance to experience the freedom and empowerment of being on the water.
But for now? I can’t wait to get YOU on the water! Let’s paddle, learn, and have an amazing time together. 🤙
SUP Race Competition Results
2024
- G20 Paddle Fest – AB – Long-distance 20km – 5th – 3h04m
- Queen of The Valley – AB – Technical 1,000-meter – 8th
- Queen of The Valley – AB – Long-distance 5,000-meter – 11th – 45m34s
2022
- Grizzly SUP – AB 2,000-meter – 5th – 18m01
- Logjam – AB – 5,000-meter River – 4th (5th Overall) – 26m17s
- Queen of The Valley – AB – Technical 1,000-meter – 5th
- Queen of The Valley – AB – Long-distance 5,000-meter – 5th – 50m24s
- Queen of The Valley – AB – Overall – 4th
- G20 Paddle Fest – AB – Long-distance 15km – 2nd – 2h34
