November 29th, 2009
In Delray Beach, Florida, you will find…Delray Beach Water Sports…a favorite pastime for beachgoers…
We had only been in Delray for a couple of days and already some of my friends that were visiting the area on this holiday week were ready to try something else. The sport in mind was paddleboarding. Beth said that it is actually relaxing and that anyone can do it. It is a great exercise. Up and down on a calm beach, like Delray, would be just the type of thing to do.
We had already gotten all the information needed in order to decide if this was something to try so the following day we headed to the beach.
I think they are ready!!
The name of the company is Delray Beach Water Sports, Inc. and they are located on 400 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach, FL 33483. Tel. is 561-279-0008 and the website is www.delraybeachwatersports.com. E-mail address is info@delraybeachwatersports.com. It is very easy to find. Just go 1/2 mile south of Atlantic Ave., and it will be right there on Casuarina Rd. and A1A (traffic light), but right on the beach.
You can rent all kinds of equipment, like surfboards, windsurfing boards, paddleboards, kayaks, and sailboats. A free orientation is included with your rental. Groups and party rates are also available.
Albert was the person in charge on Thanksgiving Day and we needed 5 paddleboards. Some were easier and wider than others.
Beth was ready to go because she had done it before. Shelley wanted to wear a lifejacket but for this particular sport you do not need one because you are right there by the shore.
Albert gave them the instructions. Notice that I said gave them and not me the instructions and that is because I decided to be a spectator. It looked like the concept was the same as canoeing.
Albert gave them all a push and they did pretty well considering they had not done it before. I think the women had better balance than the guys.
We were not having our Thanksgiving Dinner until the evening, so this was a good way to spend a couple of hours on a beautiful sandy beach in Delray Beach.
We really would like to thank Albert for taking care of us. And please check their website because it has a lot of information.
Please note that Delray Beach Water Sports has a partner called Richwagen’s which is for the rental or sale of bike and sports equipment. Their new address is 298 NE 6th Ave., 3 blocks north of Atlantic Ave., on the North bound Federal Highway at NE 3rd St.
Delray Beach Christmas Parade info. if you are riding: The date is Saturday, December 8th at 6 p.m. Please arrive early to cross the bridge to the east line-up spot if you are riding in the parade. The theme is Holidays @ the Beach.
No Santas, and no throwing candy is allowed, per city rules.
A party will follow at the Bike Shop with food, fun, beer and pops for the kids. Call Albert or Lisa for more info. at 561-276-4234.
See you later and have a great week…
Tags: Activities, Delray Beach, Florida, Things to do at the beach, What to do at the beaches
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