Local Dunbar High School juniors off to Peru for World Surf Championships
Training and Development
Belhaven Surf Club head coach Sam Christophersonwill travel with the team to Peru.
Sam believes the trip will be an incredible learning opportunity for both the surfers and the coaching team.
“This is amazing for Dunbar and for junior surfing in East Lothian. Local kids can now dream big. Graduating from surf lessons at Belhaven to the World Junior Surf Championships is pretty special.”
Sam also highlighted how important the experience will be for long term development.
“We know it’s a big step up to world level. However, both surfers are still very young. What they learn at this competition will shape their training programmes for the next four years and hopefully lead to more European and world championship appearances.”
He also hopes to bring new coaching knowledge back to Scotland.
“As a coach I’ll gain valuable insight and contacts that will help develop the next generation of Scottish junior surfers.”
A Big Year for Belhaven Surf Club
This year has already been an exciting one for the club.
Belhaven surfers have achieved:
Three national champions – Erin, Ansel and Sylvie
Two national series winners – Tam and Erin
Nine surfers selected for national squadsin both shortboard and longboard divisions
With continued support from the Scottish Surfing Federation, the future of junior surfing in Scotland looks extremely promising.
Support the Team on Their Journey to Peru
If you would like to help support Joel and Rosie on their journey to Peru, there are several upcoming fundraising events.
Team Crowdfunder
A new crowdfunder has been launched to support the team. You can contribute through donations or by purchasing products such as:
Discounted group surf lessons and tours
Yoga sessions
Wetsuits
Tea nights
Outdoor learning experiences for all ages
Pub Quiz Night
A fundraising pub quiz will take place on Saturday 8 November at the Royal Mac in Dunbar.
Ten teams will compete to become quiz champions. Expect games, prizes and plenty of fun.
Teams of four can book a table in advance. This event is adults only.
Community Sauna, Dook, Tea and Cake
On Sunday 9 November, the Belhaven Surf Centre will host a community sauna and sea dip fundraiser. Tea and cake will also be available.
Prize Draw
You can also enter a prize draw by donating £5for a chance to win £100 and a surf lesson.
Tickets are available at the surf centre or through the crowdfunder page. The draw is expected to take place on 27 November.
Thank You to Our Supporters
A huge thank you goes to the organisations supporting the team’s journey:
Alder, C-Skins, Coast to Coast Surf School, Wilder Outdoor Education, Kosa Yoga and Eteaket, along with many others in the local community.
Scottish junior surfers Peru 2026: Your support helps make opportunities like this possible for young Scottish surfers.
Training and Development
Belhaven Surf Club head coach Sam Christophersonwill travel with the team to Peru.
Sam believes the trip will be an incredible learning opportunity for both the surfers and the coaching team.
“This is amazing for Dunbar and for junior surfing in East Lothian. Local kids can now dream big. Graduating from surf lessons at Belhaven to the World Junior Surf Championships is pretty special.”
Sam also highlighted how important the experience will be for long term development.
“We know it’s a big step up to world level. However, both surfers are still very young. What they learn at this competition will shape their training programmes for the next four years and hopefully lead to more European and world championship appearances.”
He also hopes to bring new coaching knowledge back to Scotland.
“As a coach I’ll gain valuable insight and contacts that will help develop the next generation of Scottish junior surfers.”
A Big Year for Belhaven Surf Club
This year has already been an exciting one for the club.
Belhaven surfers have achieved:
Three national champions – Erin, Ansel and Sylvie
Two national series winners – Tam and Erin
Nine surfers selected for national squadsin both shortboard and longboard divisions
With continued support from the Scottish Surfing Federation, the future of junior surfing in Scotland looks extremely promising.
Support the Team on Their Journey to Peru
If you would like to help support Joel and Rosie on their journey to Peru, there are several upcoming fundraising events.
Team Crowdfunder
A new crowdfunder has been launched to support the team. You can contribute through donations or by purchasing products such as:
Discounted group surf lessons and tours
Yoga sessions
Wetsuits
Tea nights
Outdoor learning experiences for all ages
Pub Quiz Night
A fundraising pub quiz will take place on Saturday 8 November at the Royal Mac in Dunbar.
Ten teams will compete to become quiz champions. Expect games, prizes and plenty of fun.
Teams of four can book a table in advance. This event is adults only.
Community Sauna, Dook, Tea and Cake
On Sunday 9 November, the Belhaven Surf Centre will host a community sauna and sea dip fundraiser. Tea and cake will also be available.
Prize Draw
You can also enter a prize draw by donating £5for a chance to win £100 and a surf lesson.
Tickets are available at the surf centre or through the crowdfunder page. The draw is expected to take place on 27 November.
Thank You to Our Supporters
A huge thank you goes to the organisations supporting the team’s journey:
Alder, C-Skins, Coast to Coast Surf School, Wilder Outdoor Education, Kosa Yoga and Eteaket, along with many others in the local community.
Scottish junior surfers Peru 2026: Your support helps make opportunities like this possible for young Scottish surfers.
Training and Development
Belhaven Surf Club head coach Sam Christophersonwill travel with the team to Peru.
Sam believes the trip will be an incredible learning opportunity for both the surfers and the coaching team.
“This is amazing for Dunbar and for junior surfing in East Lothian. Local kids can now dream big. Graduating from surf lessons at Belhaven to the World Junior Surf Championships is pretty special.”
Sam also highlighted how important the experience will be for long term development.
“We know it’s a big step up to world level. However, both surfers are still very young. What they learn at this competition will shape their training programmes for the next four years and hopefully lead to more European and world championship appearances.”
He also hopes to bring new coaching knowledge back to Scotland.
“As a coach I’ll gain valuable insight and contacts that will help develop the next generation of Scottish junior surfers.”
A Big Year for Belhaven Surf Club
This year has already been an exciting one for the club.
Belhaven surfers have achieved:
Three national champions – Erin, Ansel and Sylvie
Two national series winners – Tam and Erin
Nine surfers selected for national squadsin both shortboard and longboard divisions
With continued support from the Scottish Surfing Federation, the future of junior surfing in Scotland looks extremely promising.
Support the Team on Their Journey to Peru
If you would like to help support Joel and Rosie on their journey to Peru, there are several upcoming fundraising events.
Team Crowdfunder
A new crowdfunder has been launched to support the team. You can contribute through donations or by purchasing products such as:
Discounted group surf lessons and tours
Yoga sessions
Wetsuits
Tea nights
Outdoor learning experiences for all ages
Pub Quiz Night
A fundraising pub quiz will take place on Saturday 8 November at the Royal Mac in Dunbar.
Ten teams will compete to become quiz champions. Expect games, prizes and plenty of fun.
Teams of four can book a table in advance. This event is adults only.
Community Sauna, Dook, Tea and Cake
On Sunday 9 November, the Belhaven Surf Centre will host a community sauna and sea dip fundraiser. Tea and cake will also be available.
Prize Draw
You can also enter a prize draw by donating £5for a chance to win £100 and a surf lesson.
Tickets are available at the surf centre or through the crowdfunder page. The draw is expected to take place on 27 November.
Thank You to Our Supporters
A huge thank you goes to the organisations supporting the team’s journey:
Alder, C-Skins, Coast to Coast Surf School, Wilder Outdoor Education, Kosa Yoga and Eteaket, along with many others in the local community.
Scottish junior surfers Peru 2026: Your support helps make opportunities like this possible for young Scottish surfers.
Scottish Junior Surfers Peru 2026 – Dunbar Athletes Selected for World Championships
We are delighted to announce that the Scottish Surfing Federationhas selected two young surfers from Dunbar to represent Scotland at the World Junior Surfing Championships in Peru this December.
Joel Christophersonand Rosie Moorehave both been chosen for the national junior team. Their selection is a huge achievement for the surfers, their families and the wider East Lothian surf community.
Representing Scotland on the World Stage
Joel, aged 14, will compete against some of the best young surfers in the world.
Joel said:
“It’s amazing to be heading to a competition with the best juniors in the world. I’m going to learn so much.”
Both Joel and Rosie will compete in the Under 16 and Under 18 divisions. The competition offers them the chance to gain valuable experience surfing world class waves while competing internationally.
Training and Development
Belhaven Surf Club head coach Sam Christophersonwill travel with the team to Peru.
Sam believes the trip will be an incredible learning opportunity for both the surfers and the coaching team.
“This is amazing for Dunbar and for junior surfing in East Lothian. Local kids can now dream big. Graduating from surf lessons at Belhaven to the World Junior Surf Championships is pretty special.”
Sam also highlighted how important the experience will be for long term development.
“We know it’s a big step up to world level. However, both surfers are still very young. What they learn at this competition will shape their training programmes for the next four years and hopefully lead to more European and world championship appearances.”
He also hopes to bring new coaching knowledge back to Scotland.
“As a coach I’ll gain valuable insight and contacts that will help develop the next generation of Scottish junior surfers.”
A Big Year for Belhaven Surf Club
This year has already been an exciting one for the club.
Belhaven surfers have achieved:
Three national champions – Erin, Ansel and Sylvie
Two national series winners – Tam and Erin
Nine surfers selected for national squadsin both shortboard and longboard divisions
With continued support from the Scottish Surfing Federation, the future of junior surfing in Scotland looks extremely promising.
Support the Team on Their Journey to Peru
If you would like to help support Joel and Rosie on their journey to Peru, there are several upcoming fundraising events.
Team Crowdfunder
A new crowdfunder has been launched to support the team. You can contribute through donations or by purchasing products such as:
Discounted group surf lessons and tours
Yoga sessions
Wetsuits
Tea nights
Outdoor learning experiences for all ages
Pub Quiz Night
A fundraising pub quiz will take place on Saturday 8 November at the Royal Mac in Dunbar.
Ten teams will compete to become quiz champions. Expect games, prizes and plenty of fun.
Teams of four can book a table in advance. This event is adults only.
Community Sauna, Dook, Tea and Cake
On Sunday 9 November, the Belhaven Surf Centre will host a community sauna and sea dip fundraiser. Tea and cake will also be available.
Prize Draw
You can also enter a prize draw by donating £5for a chance to win £100 and a surf lesson.
Tickets are available at the surf centre or through the crowdfunder page. The draw is expected to take place on 27 November.
Thank You to Our Supporters
A huge thank you goes to the organisations supporting the team’s journey:
Alder, C-Skins, Coast to Coast Surf School, Wilder Outdoor Education, Kosa Yoga and Eteaket, along with many others in the local community.
Scottish junior surfers Peru 2026: Your support helps make opportunities like this possible for young Scottish surfers.
