GO BEYOND CLASSES!

Join the Chicago SUP Racing Team. A community of paddlers who train together, race together, learn together, and support each other. Led by SUP Racer Kirsten Marina Lefeldt.

CHICAGO

SUP RACING TEAM

Don’t want to race? No problem! As long as you show up motivated to become a better athlete. From weekly practices to social events, the Chicago SUP racing team is bringing serious Chicago SUP paddlers closer and is providing opportunities to take your paddling to the next level.

Prerequisite: must have completed Camp SUP Level 1 or a private lesson with Kirsten. E-Mail Kirsten@chicagosup.com with questions.

What You Will Gain

Access to Team Practices led by Kirsten. We typically practice once a week, weather permitting.

  • Sponsor Swag.

  • Access to Team App where we will share additional training tips, chat, and plan races.

  • Quarterly webinars with our Nutrition Consultant

  • Practice Races. Free entry for Team members

  • One $20 Discounted Board rental for a friend once a month.

  • Discounts on Sponsor Products and on select Midwest Races.

  • Community & Fun!!

  • Team Store access to order your Jersey you can proudly wear at the races.

  • Help with Preparation for your first race.

  • Progress Testing (time trials and stroke technique).

SEASON DUES

New Member: $515 (incl. welcome swag bag)

Existing Member Renewal: $415 (discount code provided in the app)

Dues cover May 1, 2025 - April, 30, 2026

CONTACT US TO SIGN UP

“OUR GOAL IS SIMPLE: CREATE A COMMUNITY WHERE PEOPLE CAN HAVE FUN ON THE WATER, SHOW UP, PUSH THEMSELVES, AND FEEL SUPPORTED EVERY STEP OF THEIR WAY” - Kirsten Marina Lefeldt (Team Founder)

SEASON SCHEDULE

Summer

Our season runs from June through September with a few early practices in May, weather permitting.

2025 Summer Practices start Wednesday morning April 30, 2025- 6:00 am out of Diversey Harbor

Winter

Dry-suit Paddles, Social Events, Fitness and SUP Education! We will continue throughout the off-season. Stay connected with your team through our App. Winter practices will be held as weather permits, mainly on Weekends. Cold weather gear will be required. In addition we will host webinars and continue learning about the sport we love.

FAQs

  • While we encourage our members to race, it is by no means required. We are all about learning and improving our skills together.

  • No, we offer discounted rentals for team practices. However, most of our members store their own boards at our Diversey Harbor locations.

    You are also welcome to participate on your own inflatable or hard board if you have a way to bring it to practice.

  • Attendance is not mandatory. If the day of the week we practice (typically Wednesday mornings) does not work for you, don’t worry. We frequently offer additional paddles and social events, and you can stay connected with your team through the app.