Amelia Island Paddle Surf Company

Paddle surfing, lessons, and tours on Amelia Island

Amelia Island Paddle Surf Company is a stand up paddle (SUP) company based on Amelia Island, Florida. Founded and led by Bobby Greene, it combines paddle surfing instruction with guided tours, equipment rentals, and the sale of boards and accessories. The company presents itself as a project born from knowledge of the island's natural environment and the practice of water sports such as surfing, kite surfing, freediving, and wing surfing.

Team and certifications

Bobby Greene, founder and lead guide, has a university education in environmental health and ethics and experience as a water sports athlete. Kristie, his sister, also serves as a lead guide; she has more than eight years working on boats, holds a 100 Ton Masters license, and has worked on commercial fishing boats in Alaska, tugboats in the Atlantic, and sailboats from Maine to South America. The company's instructors are ACA (American Canoe Association) SUP certified and have experience with beginners.

SUP lessons and ocean sessions

The company offers introductory paddle surfing lessons in calm, flat water, lasting two hours and priced at $99. Sessions include a stable board, properly sized paddle, inflatable PFD belt, and a coiled SUP leash. Instruction begins on the beach with explanations about the equipment, technique, stance, and how to start, then moves to the water to practice forward and sweeping strokes, stopping, and bracing. Ocean sessions at sunrise are also offered, with the possibility of spotting dolphins, and downwinders when the wind is strong; these sessions are designed for beginners or higher levels and cover distances of 1 to 7 miles depending on ability and weather conditions.

Guided eco tours

The two-hour, $99 paddle board eco tours allow you to explore shallow waters and narrow areas to observe the wildlife and scenery of Amelia Island and its surroundings. Each outing begins with a safety briefing and basic instruction on land; during the tour, guides describe the ecosystem, point out local wildlife, and share historical facts. The specific route is decided according to tides and weather. Among the most common tours mentioned are Simpson, Lofton, and Egans Creek, Amelia River, Boneyard Beach on Big Talbot Island, the historic district of Fernandina Beach, and Beach Creek on Cumberland Island, passing by Fort Clinch.

Board rentals and private sessions

The rental service includes boards of different types—all-around, touring/racing, and surfing—along with a paddle, inflatable PFD belt, and leash. Rates are $75 for a half day (4 hours) and $125 for a full day (8 hours), with discounts for multi-day rentals. The company delivers and picks up boards at beach access points or rental addresses. For those who prefer a personalized experience, private sessions are offered tailored to the client's needs, whether for beginners or to refine technique, with the possibility of combining lessons, ocean paddles, downwinders, paddle surfing, or eco tours.

SUP yoga

The company organizes yoga sessions on a paddle board, lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, priced at $99. The activity begins with a short paddle to an outdoor studio, where the board is anchored. The instructor is specifically trained to teach yoga on a SUP and guides the session with adjustments as needed, while an experienced instructor assists participants. You can choose between a gentle flow or a more physical challenge.

Equipment sales and other sports

In addition to guided activities, the company sells stand up paddle boards and accessories. Its offerings also include kite surfing, wing foiling, and tow foiling, which expands its scope beyond traditional paddle surfing.

Location and contact

Phone: 904-479-5787 · Email: bobby@ameliaislandpaddlesurf.com