Four unique paddleboarding tours in East Lothian and Scottish borders this summer with our experienced guides .
Due to our digital no trace policy we don’t name where we are going publically but will let you know the options on booking. Our intention is for every paddle to be unique, so if you wish to book all four they will be in different locations (subject to weather). Unique views of historic castles, morning sunrise paddles in local wildlife reserves and improving your skills in a wide range of environments this is a great way to relax, enjoy and improve.
Each adventure involves a full day of paddling and we provide experienced instructors and top of the range equipment. Customers are advised to bring a small packed lunch preferably in water proof bag.
Open to 13yrs+ and paddlers that have some experience or completed a Coast to Coast beginner paddle class. Customers should be fit and able to swim 50m.
Conditions All paddles are weather and swell dependant. In the event of high winds or large swell, we will either offer alternative paddle locations on the day, reschedule or offer a full refund.
Timescales paddle start times will vary with some tours scheduled around tides and others to take advantage of our stunning sunrises or sunsets. You will be informed when booking.
If you can’t see availability you can send us a text to 07971 990361 with your name, and we can put you on a last minute whats app sup group. This highlights last minute spaces. Well worth being on!
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"I have enjoyed many different water-based activities with the Coast to Coast team and cannot recommend them highly enough. The instructors are fantastic - both friendly and professional. Added to that, it is a beautiful location and they provide good quality kit to use!"
Lesson Information
TWO HOUR SURF LESSON
Lessons last two hours and all equipment is provided. All participants must be over 7 years old and able to swim 50 metres unaided.
HIGH QUALITY EQUIPMENT
We provide top of the range 5mm wetsuits, safe and stable softboards and all accessories required for the time of year so you're really warm! If you're more advanced we also provide hardboards.
FACILITIES
We operate from the Belhaven Surf Centre, a wonderful brand new facility on the beach.
The surf centre has hot and cold showers and underfloor heated changing rooms next to the south side of Belhaven Beach.
WHAT TO BRING
All equipment is provided but please bring a swim costume towel and sun protection.
If you require medication such as inhalers, insulin etc, please ensure that you notify instructors so it can be taken to beach in our safety bag.
RATIOS AND STAFF
Standard lessons have a max ratio of 1 instructor to 8 pupils and often supplemented with an extra assistant. Advanced classes are 1:4 max.
Our staff all have lifesaving or beach lifeguard qualifications, are disclosure checked, and have an ASI or ISA level 1, 2 or 3 instructor qualification. Four of our current team have been Scottish National Champions in either surfing, longboarding or bodyboarding in the recent past.
CONDITIONS
South East Scotland is one of the UK's best locations to learn to surf with perfect, small beginner waves in Scotland's sunniest location. Belhaven Beach is one of the best beginner friendly beaches in Scotland.
In the event of no waves, you will be contacted in advance and offered an alternative sport suitable to the weather conditions, such as stand up paddle, coasteering, surf skate or a beginner zero surf class. Our range of sports means that we can offer an activity in all but the most extreme weather conditions.
