Paddle Experiences
Paddling/ Floating/ Mindful Stretching/ Meditating
Atop An Inflatable Paddleboard!
What to Expect
These guided paddle sessions will begin with safety, paddle, and launch instruction on land.
After launching, we will paddle to a quiet spot, anchor the boards, and participate in a nature meditation and mindful stretch, while floating peacefully on the water.
After pulling up anchors, we will spend the rest of the time paddling and exploring beautiful Beaver Creek. Feel free to sit, kneel, or stand!
Beginners welcome and we provide everything you need.
New for 2025! All Paddles will be private, creating a more personalized and fulfulling Experience.
Come ‘Just Be’ on the Water
Although standing is an option, of course, we avoid using the term “stand up” here because there are so many other ways to experience the world from these boards!
We invite you to try sitting, kneeling, or even lying down.
We welcome all forms of being on the paddleboard!
Experience the Water
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Sit...
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Kneel...
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Lie...
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Stand...
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Meditate...
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Stretch...
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Enjoy...
Morning Paddle Experience
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A morning paddleboard experience on beautiful Beaver Creek Reservoir in Crozet, VA for up to 5 participants. The session will run approximately 3 hours (roughly 20 min of instruction on land, remaining time on the water). We will begin by paddling about 15 min to a quiet cove, anchor the boards, and participate in a nature meditation and mindful stretch. Then we will pull up the anchors and use the rest of the time exploring Beaver Creek. Beginners welcome, no need to stand, and we provide everything you need!
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New for 2025! All Paddles are now private, creating a more personalized and fulfilling Experience. Cost is $250 for up to 3 people. Add a 4th person for $70 and a 5th for $60.
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Morning Paddles have ended for 2024. Please stay tuned for dates in 2025!
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18 or older
Absolutely no paddle experience necessary…beginners welcome!
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Jess Miles has been in the fitness and wellness industry since 2006. She has various certifications in the field and loves sharing experiences in nature with others. Please see the About page for more information on Jess.
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Good swimming skills are required and there is a weight limit of 240 lbs. as we utilize inflatable paddleboards (this is for your safety). We request that you please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to the session start time. We also kindly request that you follow all posted Albemarle County Park Rules and Regulations while visiting the Park.
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Please visit our FAQ page for some really useful information!
Sunset Paddle Experience
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An evening paddleboard experience on beautiful Beaver Creek Reservoir in Crozet, VA. This is a shorter version of our original Paddle Experience, running approximately 2 hours. Paddle, float, stretch, and meditate under the setting sun. Beginners welcome, no need to stand, and we provide everything you need!
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New for 2025! All Paddles are now private, creating a more personalized and fulfilling Experience. Please check back soon for rates!
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Sunset Paddles have ended for 2024. Please stay tuned for 2025 dates!
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18 or older
Absolutely no paddle experience necessary…beginners welcome!
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Jess Miles has been in the fitness and wellness industry since 2006. She has various certifications in the field and loves sharing experiences in nature with others. Please see the About page for more information on Jess.
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Good swimming skills are required and there is a weight limit of 240 lbs. as we utilize inflatable paddleboards (this is for your safety). We request that you please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to the session start time. We also kindly request that you follow all posted Albemarle County Park Rules and Regulations while visiting the Park.
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Please visit our FAQ page for some really useful information!
“Not your typical paddleboard outing! What a great way to connect with nature and your senses while floating gently on the water. A really special and unique experience.”
“I had an amazing few hours practicing “mindfulness and movement” with Jess of Elemental Experiences. The meditation and stretching was just what I needed to reset my mind and body. If you’re in the C’ville area, or just take a weekend trip up this way, I highly recommend booking this unique experience.”
“I’m in love with this experience! Jess is the perfect combination of guide and practitioner. If I could go every weekend, I would!”
“I love introducing people to new experiences outdoors.
It’s really rewarding to help people achieve something they didn’t think they could do!”
— Jess Miles
Find us on the water
4365 Beaver Creek Park Road
Charlottesville, VA 22901
There are restrooms at Beaver Creek.
