Every weekend, paddle boarders gather by the riverways in Zhan's Garden for training.

"These trainees are mainly teenagers. In addition to technical training, instructors will also provide daily physical fitness training, core strength, and coordination training for tThem." According to Yang Weihua, head of Zhongshan Paddle Boarding Base, paddle boarding can bring children closer to nature and cultivate their ability to face challenges independently.

As a new water sports event, paddle boarding has became popular in Zhongshan since 2018. The Zhongshan Paddle Boarding Team was established in July 2021. Currently, 175 people have obtained a national youth paddle boarding certificate.

Every weekend, paddle boarders will train by the riverways in Zhan's Garden.

Paddle boarding can cultivate children's moral character, through teamwork and helping others.

Before training, the instructor explains the skills and safety precautions of paddle boarding to the trainees.

An assistant carefully checks paddle boards.

The teenagers carry their own bags weighing about 15 kilograms, with inflatable paddle boards, tail rockers, life jackets, wet bags, and other equipment.

Anyone can paddle on the river with just a paddle and a board.