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, shady 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. Keep scrolling for more detailed info on our Paddle Experiences!
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
Paddle Experience
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A morning paddleboard experience on beautiful Beaver Creek Reservoir in Crozet, VA for up to 4 participants. The session will run approximately 2.5 hours. We will begin with paddle, safety, and launch instruction on land, then paddle to a quiet, shady 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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All Paddles are for private groups, $200 for 1-2 people, add a 3rd and 4th for $75 each.
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Launch date for 2026 is June 20th! Paddles will be offered Sat and Sun mornings from 9 to 11:30 am. (Times can be adjusted slightly for the weather or otherwise. If you would like to adjust your time, please email to set this up!) Paddles may also be able to be booked on different days based on availability….please reach out to inquire about a different date!
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18 or older
Absolutely no paddle experience necessary…beginners welcome!
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Bookings may be made online for Sat or Sun by clicking on “See Schedule” below. Scroll through the calendar to see available dates. Be sure to check the box if you want to add a 3rd or 4th person. When you have the date you want highlighted, click on the box with the time, then choose “Select and Continue”. Fill in your remaining information!
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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 a few 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

