Surf Lessons at Blue Coast Surf & Paddle, Cullen Scotland
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and general fitness recommended; suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers.
Overview
Learn to surf on the rugged shores of Cullen Beach with Blue Coast Surf & Paddle. Their expert instructors and top-notch gear create a safe and thrilling introduction to Scotland’s North Sea waves.
Surf Lesson
All Ages • 2 hours • All equipment provided
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of surfing at Cullen Beach, Scotland, with expert instructors guiding you through personalized lessons. Suitable for all ages, you'll learn essential skills in a safe and fun environment, equipped with high-quality wetsuits. Enjoy 1.5 hours of water time, mastering techniques from wave selection to pop-ups.
Learn to surf in Cullen, Scotland
Duration
2 hours
About
We offer surf lessons for all from our surf school base at Cullen Beach on the Moray Firth. Whether it’s your first time or you’re working on improving your skills, we can help you learn in a safe and fun environment.
Perfect for adults & kids, learning to surf is fun for everyone!
We provide all the equipment you'll need, including high-quality 5mm thick winter wetsuits that keep you toasty, and gloves, boots, and hoods if needed.
What to expect?
You'll check in and meet your instructor. Then we'll get changed and head down to beach for an introduction, theory and important safety info. After getting loose with a warm up we'll get in the water, where your instructor will give you personalised advice based on your ability and goals. Time for fun in the sea! We'll have about 1.5 hours water time, and the lesson will last about 2 hours total after we're changed and on the beach.
What will I learn?
If you're a beginner, we'll cover beach & ocean safety, and introduction to surf equipment, wave selection and catching broken waves independently, and pop-up technique (standing up). Depending on your level and the conditions of the day, we will move on to cover speed control, turning left and right, paddling out and the turtle roll, catching unbroken green waves, angled takeoffs, bottom turns, and cutbacks.
What to bring?
Please bring a towel, sunscreen, and water. We recommend you arrive with swimwear on (for under your wetsuit) as it makes it easier to get changed at the beach.
Requirements
- We ask that everybody taking part in our surf lessons can swim unaided.
- All ages are welcome to join us surfing! Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult to assist the child in the water.
Adventure Tips
Swim Ability Required
All participants must be able to swim unaided to ensure safety in North Sea conditions.
Arrive in Swimwear
Wearing swimwear beneath your wetsuit saves time and makes changing on the beach easier.
Bring a Towel and Water
Keep hydrated and warm after lessons by packing a towel and a water bottle.
Under 8s Require Adult Assistance
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult in the water for their safety.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Seals often seen along the shoreline
- Gulls and puffins frequent the cliffs during nesting season
History
Cullen has a fishing heritage dating back centuries, historically known for its oyster beds and medieval harbor.
Conservation
Blue Coast Surf & Paddle supports local marine conservation efforts to protect the fragile coastline and marine ecosystems of the Moray Firth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
5mm Wetsuit
Provided by the school to protect against cold North Sea temperatures.
all specific
Gloves, Boots, and Hood
Optional accessories to maintain warmth during colder months.
fall|winter|spring specific
Swimwear
Wear under your wetsuit for comfort and ease of changing.
all specific
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated before and after the lesson is important.
all specific