2 Locations Based Out of:
Bluffton/Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Stand and Paddle by Fusion Fit
Empowered by Water. Driven by Purpose. Fun For All.
SUP | Paddle Surf for All Abilities
Lessons, Coaching, Video Analysis
Online Courses & Programs
Retreats, Camps, Clinics
Trips + Outings
The Story
Stand and Paddle is a small business dedicated to promoting recreational and competitive stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and paddle surf coaching in Bluffton, SC. We offer paddle board lessons, coaching, tours, outings, retreats, camps, events, and race training in various locations including Bluffton, South Carolina and Nosara, Costa Rica. Our focus is on providing exceptional paddle instruction and promoting fitness, wellness, and performance in the SUP community.
About Stand and Paddle
Stand and Paddle was first started by its former owner back in 2012 and provided paddle tours and outings to individuals and groups in the Bluffton and Lowcountry.
In 2018, Rachel joined forces to bring a new and unique SUP fitness class to the area.
End of summer 2019, after two successful seasons of Paddle Fused Fitness, Rachel was provided the opportunity to take over Stand and Paddle.
Since then Stand and Paddle has evolved to offer not only it's signature guided paddle tours and SUP fitness classes, but SUP Lessons and Coaching, SUP and Paddle Surf Retreats and SUP Training Camps, Local Meetups, and a SUP Racing School.
In December of 2023, Rachel headed down to Nosara, Costa Rica to start Stand and Paddle SUP and Paddle Surf School where she introduced Stand up paddle boarding including SUP Lessons and Coaching, Paddle Surf Lessons, SUP and Paddle Surf Retreats, a SUP Race Training Program, and SUP Community for Locals.
Stand and Paddle continues to provide stand up paddle boarding and paddle surf services and experiences in both Bluffton/the Lowcountry, South Carolina and Nosara, Costa Rica as well as provide hybrid and mobile options to travel to your location within the U.S.
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
Email: contact@standandpaddle.com
WhatsApp 1-630-300-8289
Hi I'm Rachel Cantore!
Some know me as @Paddle_Racer
I’m a professional SUP racer and paddle surf athlete, certified coach and trainer, and the founder of Stand and Paddle, a female-owned and run stand up paddle boarding, wellness and lifestyle brand. With my years of experience on the water, and a background and education in fitness, nutrition, wellness, and sport performance, I combine high-level athletic insight with real-world coaching to help others discover their strength, flow, and freedom through stand-up paddling and paddle surfing. Whether you’re new to SUP/surf or chasing performance goals, my mission is to guide you with knowledge, empathy, and a deep love for the ocean and balanced, sustainable living.
