About the Team


Welcome to Papaï Paddle & Surf – Surf and Stand Up Paddle School on the Île de Ré, based in Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, on Gollandières Beach!

At Papaï Paddle, we believe in the importance of community and family. Our team will welcome you as a full member of our community of paddle and surf enthusiasts.

We are committed to offering you a beautiful setting to practice stand up paddle and surf with your family, surrounded by people who share the same values of experience and togetherness.

Join us on the beach at Papaï Paddle & Surf on the Île de Ré, and let our professional team guide you toward unforgettable moments on the water.

Live the paddle adventure with passionate people — live the Papaï Paddle & Surf experience.

Paddle, surf, sharing, passion – Papaï Paddle & Surf School – Île de Ré

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Maxime Deulceux

"Passionate about the ocean and surfing since childhood, holder of the professional sports instructor certificate in Surfing, and creator of Papaï Paddle in 2010.

For fifteen years, I have been guiding you on the water to provide my best advice.

I speak English. Hablo español.."

 
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Anaïs Bednarek

"I grew up on the Île de Ré and love living here. I’m the one who guides you to the best SUP and surf sessions, not to mention the paddle tours in the marshes. I’ll be happy to help you organize your holiday.

If you want to learn more about me, visit my blog Anaïs Papaï ➝

I speak English. Hablo español.”


Equipement

our Stand Up Paddle since 2010

 
 

 Best inflatable SUP

Choosing our equipment has been part of our identity since 2010. Red Paddle Co is the world’s number one Stand Up Paddle (SUP) board brand! Award-winning designs and patented technologies are just some of the reasons why these SUPs stand out from other inflatable board brands... That’s why we are a recommended Red Paddle Co center. Come discover the stiffest and highest-performing inflatable paddleboards on the market at the Papaï Paddle shack.

From the junior model 9’4” SAPPER to the RIDE range models: 9’8”, 10’6”, and 10’8”, including the WIPE 8’10” for a more radical surf experience, not to mention the giant 17’0” XL paddleboard for groups.

WWW.REDPADDLECO.COM


Surfboards

 

Squidsurfboards

A renowned brand in the surfing industry, Squidsurfboards is recognized for its innovative designs and performance-focused surfboards that meet the needs of surfers of all levels. Founded on the principles of quality, creativity, and durability, Squidsurfboards continues to push the boundaries of traditional surfboard manufacturing.