Flatwater Challenge
A grueling yet rewarding, multi-day endurance stand up paddle board event taking place every other year in remote locations all over the world. Participants push their physical and mental limits to complete the distance.
Make your Paddle mean more.
Utilize your passion for sports and fitness to make a positive impact with Flatwater. Engage in our various charity fitness gatherings that not only keep you active but also support our cause. Whether it's paddling, running, golf, or other activities, you can join our events and be part of something meaningful.
What’s included?
Food, lodging, local guides and SUP equipment are included as part of the experience.
Participants will be responsible for airline tickets to and from the destination, food for travel days, gear and personal supplies in addition to meeting their minimum fundraising goal of $10,000 by the start of the Challenge.
upcoming challenges
Flatwater Challenge: Netherlands
For the 10th anniversary of the Flatwater Challenge series, we're going back to where it all began - the Netherlands to complete the SUP11-City Tour. This challenge is not for the feint of heart, 220KM (136 miles) over 5 days throughout the northern province of the Netherlands, Friesland. Join us September 7-16th, 2025 for the ultimate challenge. Applications now open!
PASt Challenges
Flatwater Challenge: Labyrinth Canyon
Flatwater Challenge: Labyrinth Canyon was an experience unlike any other.
Flatwater Challenge: Lake Tahoe
The second edition of our Flatwater Challenge series did not disappoint!
Flatwater Challenge: Iceland
In the Summer of 2019, the Flatwater Challenge Series took us to beautiful Iceland.
Flatwater Challenge: SUP 11 City Tour
In 2015 Flatwater took a group of seven brave souls to participate in the SUP 11 City Tour.