Welcome to SUPHub Community Hub
Sean White
Brendon Prince
Brendon Prince
Founder of Soak Lifestyle
Sean is a passionate ambassador of sustainable coastal leisure and lifestyle, leading efforts to modernise the cultural identity of South Coast towns. His connection to paddleboarding drives his work, and he aims to create an inclusive, accessible interface for the hospitality, leisure, and tourism sectors. Sean believes that the businesses here define the energy, inspiration, and identity of Torbay.
Brendon Prince
Brendon Prince
Brendon Prince
9x SUP World Record Holder, Founder of Above Water
An ocean adventurer, Brendon uses his world-first paddles and public speaking to promote water safety, mental well-being, and the power of coastal communities. His passion for paddleboarding has earned him the title of SUP Man of the Year 2022, and he brings his expertise to growing sports tourism in Torbay.
Lyn Spindley
Brendon Prince
Lyn Spindley
Director, Torbay Hospitality CIC
As a qualified project manager with a Master’s in Public Administration, Lyn understands how to bridge the needs of local businesses and tourism markets to government and charity sectors. She has played a pivotal role in building this community and gaining the support of Torbay Council, Local Community Partnerships, and other key stakeholders.
Our Members
The Pillars of SUPHub
Our initiative is built on five key pillars, each led by dedicated experts and organisations:
Accommodation
Wendy Norris, The Bridge Group
Wendy and her team are ensuring local hotels and guesthouses cater to the needs of paddleboarders, from secure board storage to drying facilities.
Food & Drink
Kelly Widley, Hospitality Consultant and Board Member of ER Bid
Kelly and local businesses are creating SUP-friendly dining experiences, from pre-paddle fuel to Après-SUP social spots.
Safety & Governance
Brendon Prince, Above Water, Derek Singlton, National Coastwatch, and Rachel Mayhew, Reach Outdoors
Brendon, Derek and Rachel lead our efforts to ensure safe SUP environments, with water safety at the forefront of our initiative.
Sustainability
Sarah Greenslade, The Seal Project
Sarah’s focus on sustainability ensures that SUPHub promotes eco-friendly practices and protects local wildlife, like Torbay’s seal population.
Accessibility
Katie Smith, The Wave Project
Katie champions making paddleboarding accessible to everyone, with initiatives that include beach wheelchairs and inclusive SUP experiences.
Our Community
SUPHub is made possible by a broad coalition of nearly 200 local businesses and organiations, each bringing unique expertise to our mission. Some of our key contributors include:
- Mercure Hotel
- Reach Outdoors
- SUPTorbay
- Torbay Council
- Red Paddle
- Cantina
- The Chesterfield
- Wentworth Guesthouse
- Torbay Communities
- Rugga Coffee
- Meadfoot Cafe
- Torquay Watersports
…and many more.
A Collective Vision
As Melanie Border, Coordinator of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, says, "It’s a great initiative." SUPHub is driven by the spirit and ambition of every individual and business in Torbay, working together to build a future where our region is synonymous with world-class paddleboarding.