As a NVP club member you will have access to weekly group SUP classes, discounted rentals at NVP's 3 locations in Napa, Petaluma & Benicia, monthly excursions, and guided events including Tomales Bay Bioluminescence!
Join the growing North Bay paddle community and build your fitness level on the water!
1-year membership is included with purchase of a private lesson ($119) or 10-hour rental block ($175)
Dr. Joy is an experienced paddler, surfer, and yoga instructor who also teaches special education teacher candidates at Saint Mary's College in her "free" time. She started this club with the goal to spread the joy of the being on the water (pun intended)! Her classes will get you up and paddling! Whether you're a Beginner who needs to build confidence in their balance, Intermediate interested in learning technique, or Advanced aiming to win a race, Dr. Joy will provide a personalized assessment and individualized instruction to help you enjoy the water!
Why take chances with limited options and low quality gear at your destination? Load up with our premium equipment before you leave. Once you arrive, you'll be ready to hit the water ... and more of it!
No oversized pool toys here. Only premium inflatables from POP Paddle Co, Kahuna and Red Paddle Co that offer a smooth, stable ride.
Try our standard "surf style" cruiser from POP and Glide or upgrade to a displacement hull board.
Our premium sit-atop kayaks offer comfort and stability perfect for flat water paddling.
Ride in comfort with 2 adults and a child on a premium sit-atop kayak from Vibe or Crescent.
Full line of Vibe fishing kayaks: Cubera 120, Shearwater 125, Yellowfin Tandem – all fully-outfitted with rod holders, bungee straps, paddle seating and dry wells.
The Monster Bru is a massive 4-person board and holds 2 adults + 2 kids or 3 adults comfortably. Great for one-way or round-trip paddles. And yes, it's as fun as it looks!
There's no better place to enjoy an amazing day on the water!
Easy.
The perfect spot for beginners, kids and anyone looking for effortless outdoor fun.
Safe.
Calm, clean water and lots of it. Leave rough currents, heavy boat traffic and fog behind.
Crowd-free.
Surround yourself with wildlife, not wild crowds. You'll have the river all to yourself.
Paddling with NVP is so easy! You just show up and everything is ready for you to get on the water and start paddling
We took our girls to Petaluma and this was the perfect activity to do as a family. The river was pretty, saw some wildlife and enjoyed Old Town
Your effortless escape to the Napa River, Petaluma River or Benicia
BOOK
Choose a date, time and rental option.
ARRIVE
Meet the NVP Crew at your launch site.
PADDLE
Enjoy a perfect day on the Petaluma River!
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