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The What'SUP group

Come and be relatable on an inflatable with

Norfolk's Number one men's paddle community

  • The River Stour
    The River Stour
    Membership Offer
    Sat, 23 Mar
    Brantham
    23 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 14:00
    Brantham, Bergholt Rd, Brantham, Manningtree CO11 1QR, UK
    23 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 14:00
    Brantham, Bergholt Rd, Brantham, Manningtree CO11 1QR, UK
    Join us at Constable park for a Paddle on the Stour. Please note that they do have accommodation ( Camping or Pods ) if you want to make more of the trip.
  • Aquapaddle
    Aquapaddle
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    Sun, 31 Mar
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    31 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    31 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Norfolks paddle Equivalent of the Parkrun. a 5k timed paddle through the fine city of Norwich
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 01 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    01 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    01 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • What'SUP Paddle -  Mens Paddle Community
    What'SUP Paddle -  Mens Paddle Community
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    Sun, 07 Apr
    Norwich
    07 Apr 2024, 14:00 – 16:30
    Norwich, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    07 Apr 2024, 14:00 – 16:30
    Norwich, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Come and be relatable on an inflatable with a load of other men. Chat, Listen, Paddle, Have a beer, join our Men's Sup Community
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 08 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    08 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    08 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Grantchester to Cambridge
    Grantchester to Cambridge
    Membership Offer
    Sat, 13 Apr
    Cambridge
    13 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Cambridge, Grantchester, Cambridge CB3, UK
    13 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Cambridge, Grantchester, Cambridge CB3, UK
    Join us for a Paddle from the famous Grantchester Meadows through the Backs of Cambridge with a roast stop off at the Anchor Pub!
  • Aquapaddle
    Aquapaddle
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    Sun, 14 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    14 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    14 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Norfolks paddle Equivalent of the Parkrun. a 5k timed paddle through the fine city of Norwich
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 15 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    15 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    15 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 22 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    22 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    22 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Aquapaddle
    Aquapaddle
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    Sun, 28 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    28 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    28 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Norfolks paddle Equivalent of the Parkrun. a 5k timed paddle through the fine city of Norwich
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 29 Apr
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    29 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    29 Apr 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • What'SUP Paddle -  Mens Paddle Community
    What'SUP Paddle -  Mens Paddle Community
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    Sun, 05 May
    Norwich
    05 May 2024, 14:00 – 16:30
    Norwich, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    05 May 2024, 14:00 – 16:30
    Norwich, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Come and be relatable on an inflatable with a load of other men. Chat, Listen, Paddle, Have a beer, join our Men's Sup Communiuty
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 06 May
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    06 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    06 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Ely Adventure
    Ely Adventure
    Membership Offer
    Sat, 11 May
    Ely
    11 May 2024, 09:00 – 16:00
    Ely, Ely, UK
    11 May 2024, 09:00 – 16:00
    Ely, Ely, UK
    Join us for a paddle around the stunning Ely. Picnic or Pub lunch yet to be decided.
  • Aquapaddle
    Aquapaddle
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    Sun, 12 May
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    12 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    12 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Norfolks paddle Equivalent of the Parkrun. a 5k timed paddle through the fine city of Norwich
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 13 May
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    13 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    13 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Social Sup
    Social Sup
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    Mon, 20 May
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    20 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    20 May 2024, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Join us and others for a social paddle and chat on the river. The perfect way to end a monday. Meet people. Connect with people. Catch up with people.
  • Aquapaddle
    Aquapaddle
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    Sun, 26 May
    The Redlion Bishopgate
    26 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    26 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    The Redlion Bishopgate, 79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA, UK
    Norfolks paddle Equivalent of the Parkrun. a 5k timed paddle through the fine city of Norwich
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Hello

My name is Chris

I’m a Movember Ambassador and the founder of The What’SUP Group. I started our men’s stand up paddleboard sessions to give me a sense of fulfillment and affiliation, in a time when I was struggling physically and mentally. 

I have spent my whole life playing in sports teams, but due to injury and family commitments I haven’t been able to commit to a team for a long time. 

I run and cycle alot but due to an ankle injury, I had also neglected that. Throw in a pandemic, a second child on the way and career identity issues, and I was really starting to crumble mentally. Anxiety was affecting everything I did. I was short tempered, angry,  bitter and feeling guilty about things that I shouldn’t have been. 

My work with Movember has always highlighted to me that there are other men in similar situations as I was. I needed to give myself designated time to reflect on my thoughts and try to regulate my emotions. I have found that floating on the river, slowing down and talking to other guys, has really helped me focus on what is important and has given me a chance to make new friends, who I would otherwise have never met.

All I really want to do is be a good dad, husband, brother, son and friend. I hope The What’SUP Group and the SUP60 Challenge can support others to do the same.  

 

Chris Wall

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