Booked surfing lesson for daughter (10yr) absolutely loved it.
Instructor was very knowledgeable and took the time with everyone to ensure they had an enjoyable experience.
Good safe environment.
Would recommend it regardless of age.
Great instructors, great fun had by all… kids mastered standing up quickly… definitely recommend and will go again. Booked coasteering too and enjoyed scrambling, swimming and jumping in to the water. You’ll have a great day with the team!!
We booked a two hour SUP lesson. Two adults and four kids aged 8 to 11. I was really apprehensive but Adam soon put us all at ease and was incredibly calm and patient. My wee boy has autism struggles to process information and tries to do his own thing. All my concerns melted away after a short time and soon realised that I can’t remember the last time I laughed so hard. Brilliant experience and a fantastic afternoon for all.
Paddling boarding for first time at Portknockie - we’ve been surfing with Adam several times before, my teenage son wanted to introduce his girlfriend to paddle boarding so we knew a Blue Coast Cullen activity would be good. Small group & again excellent tuition & attention to detail and making us feel really safe & comfortable by Adam. Great learning experience, covered so much in the afternoon & I was really pleased to manage to get standing on the board & moving around!! All the kit - wetsuits & boards really good quality. Great for some transferable skills for surfing next time - thanks so much to Adam for another great experience 😆
Great paddleboard lesson with Adam. We are now more confident in using our own paddleboard - gave us instruction on propulsion and maneuvering - learned a lot. Perfect location, really enjoyed the session. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to try paddleboarding or simply looking to improve their technique.
Over a weekend in May '24, my family and I attended a Surf and a Coasteering lesson with Blue Coast. My husband and I had already had surf and SUP lessons with Adam, but this was our kids' (8 & 10) first lesson.
Adam and EmmieJo were our instructors for both lessons and they were great. Adam explained things really well, the kids really liked him and EmmieJo who supported them in the water. They both loved the surfing and the fact they managed to stand and 'surf'.
We were all new to Coasteering and we really enjoyed it. Adam led us around the coastline at Portknockie and we explored the caves and really enjoyed jumping into the water. It was clear Adam had planned our routine to make sure the kids got their best experience at their ability level.
Thank you Adam and EmmieJo for a great weekend, the kids absolutely loved the activities. I'm sure you'll be seeing us all again over the summer.I'd highly recommend Blue Coast Surf & Paddle for anyone interested in water sports.
Daughters bought me a coasteering session with Adam for my 60th birthday! Total novice but I loved every minute! Felt safe and in good hands. Highly recommend. 😄
We have had various sessions with Adam @ Blue Coast - always brilliant, helpful, learning & confident, safe environment
Great teachers & all in fantastic locations with excellent equipment - I had some trepidation for my first surfing lesson, I needn’t have worried, 2nd time we had a ‘big sea’ but guided by Adam I had one of the most exhilarating experiences - I will be doing this again - I think I’m improving 😝
Booked both a surf lesson for my son and a SUP lesson during the summer, both were great days out. Adam is a great teacher, read the abilities of everyone in the group and ensured all had a great time. All equipment was in perfect condition and had great photos emailed though after the lesson.Would highly recommend, and will be back next year.
Booked an end of summer family (including 2 young adults) coasteering trip. Adam was a great guide, with just the right level of challenge to push everyone to the edge of their comfort zone and have a great time. It was fantastic exploring the coastline off of Portknockie, a great way to get a different view of the coast. Would highly recommend, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and will be back for paddleboarding or surfing.
Our family group of 10 adults had a fantastic afternoon Paddleboarding with Adam and his helper Isla. Both new and returning boarders had a great time learning new skills and perfecting previous experience. Adam has a lovely manner. He is thoughtful to those who are a bit nervous and encouraging to those who are up for a challenge. It was my own 4th time and I will be back. All equipment is of a high standard and comfortable. Great value day out.
Absolutely brilliant family surf session with Adam! There were nine of us in total - 4 adults and 5 children aged 9 to 14, and we all loved it! We all managed to stand up (sort of 😅) thanks to Adam’s patience and expertise, and we’re really keen to give it another go. Also, the photos Adam took were excellent, and a great memento of our holiday 🙏🏼
Our SUP lesson with Adam was fantastic. He put us all at ease very quickly. He is very knowledgeable and we felt safe at all times. The lesson was fun with lots of different activities to try and we learned so much - even how to rescue someone on a board. He had so much patience with me and offered so much support. Thank you!
Absolutely brilliant experience.
All equipment provided and Adam was an excellent instructor who also made it really fun. Not only did we have a ton of fun and laughs (mainly the kids laughing at the amount of times I fell in) but we also learned invaluable safety/ rescue tips.
Great session, great instructor, great memories.
100% recommend booking paddle boarding, we will be booking again.
Adam is brilliant. His mastery of the surf and paddle board, is like first class. How the hell does he stay in those waves? Must be witchcraft or thousands of hours and skill. We did 3 sessions with Adam. SUP family session, SUP Tour and Surfing lesson. All very fun, informative and safe. Adam is an excellent instructor and very knowledgeable about the sea/wild life.
Absolutely brilliant experience. All equipment provided and Adam was an excellent instructor who also made it really fun. Not only did we have a ton of fun and laughs (mainly the kids laughing at the amount of times I fell in) but we also learned invaluable safety/ rescue tips.
Great session, great instructor, great memories made.
100% recommend booking paddle boarding.
Did a paddle boarding lesson with Adam down at portknockie very friendly and knowledgeable, and the kids (9-14 years) loved it. Have done a bit of paddle boarding before, and this is the best lesson I've had. There were lots of tips and tricks I have never been shown before, eg. How to rescue someone on to the paddle board.
Well done Adam. Perfect teacher on perfect beach with perfect waves for beginners. Recommend to book the morning lesson and take the option to rent the equipment for the whole day for a nice day on the beach.
I brought my whole family and they had a great time with Adam . He was very informative and made it a lot of fun .
We had a great time and learned loads to get us comfortable on the water, including how to rescue someone. My daughter (8) was super chuffed that she was able to rescue me with guidance from Adam. It has really given her confidence in the water a boost! Surfing here we come!
Our long sandy beach benefits from local coffee and food businesses, public toilets, and free parking. Look out for dolphins!
Small group lessons; perfect for the whole family. Personal instruction in a safe & fun environment.
We teach you to paddleboard safely and independently. Enjoy our local coastline from a fresh perspective; fun for everyone.
We only use the highest quality equipment, all included with lessons / tours.
We offer competitive pricing for family groups; for a single session or for a full day of activities.
All of our team are highly-trained water people; fully qualified as instructors and lifeguards, insured and disclosure checked.
All ages are welcome to join us surfing! The minimum age for paddleboard lessons is 8 years old, and coastal tours 12 years old. You're never too old to get in the sea and have a go!
Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult on surf lessons.
We ask that everybody taking part in our surf lessons can swim unaided. During a beginner surf session there is no need to go any deeper than standing waist-depth water as you’ll be practicing in broken waves.
For paddleboard activities and equipment hire, all participants must be able to swim 50 metres.
Providing you are able to swim (unaided for surf lessons and 50m for paddleboard activities) and you have no current health issues or injuries preventing you from taking part in physical activity you can participate.
Surfing is more physical than paddleboarding but you will be able to progress in either sport at your own pace, and all activities can be adapted to you; fun will be had by all.
We have a wide range of wetsuits to cater for all shapes and sizes.
The water temperature in the Moray Firth ranges from 7-15°C. We find our high-quality 5mm thick winter wetsuits keep our customers toasty, as well as gloves, boots, and hoods if needed. We've had no complaints! You should be warm and comfortable for the duration of your lesson with us.
Try a beginner surf lesson as this activity takes place in waist depth water, with a surfboard that floats, and you will have an instructor with you the entire time; we work with you to develop your confidence in the water. If you're nervous around the ocean we encourage you to get in touch so we can discuss your concerns in advance of your lesson and put your mind at rest.
Yes, there are catering and coffee businesses based at the beach as well as a variety of cafes, pubs, and restaurants in the town and local area for something to eat or drink.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Cullen beach. However, if you are taking part in one of our activities, someone from your party will need to remain on the beach with your furry companion! Please leave the beach as you found it.
