Booked to join the intro to SUP lesson on Friday which was one of the warmest days of summer so far. I joined an eclectic group of mixed age and ability students with Adam ably assisted by Isaac keeping us all safe and sound. Being a mere 60 years young and not so agile as the younger members of the group, I was delighted to be made feel as important as everyone else. The safety briefing was good, the explanations for each element of the learning was spot on and with great encouragement from the ever patient instructors everyone (I think!) was up on their feet in a relatively short time. This was my goal and whilst a little shaky and prone to a few unplanned dips in the sea, it was 2 of the best hours of summer so far. We were given lots of advice and information on boarding in different places and conditions and I came away feeling elated, pleased with my accomplishments, and looking even more forward to getting back on my board and putting into practice the new found skills I learned during the lesson. Who says you can't teach an old (sea) dog new tricks? These folks can 👍. If you're thinking of having a shot yourself p, do it I'd say.
We had a family SUP lesson in Portnockie harbour. Our family group was mixed ability and ages (from 10 to 65) which our instructor Adam managed very well. He and his young assistant were observant of the younger ones who at first weren't managing so well. Adam covered a lot in the two hour session and by the end everyone was confident and enjoying themselves. We would certainly go back for more!.
Thank you Adam we really enjoyed our tour today professionally run showing great local knowledge of the coastline and wildlife . Paddling through Bow Fiddle Rock on a SUP was a dream come true..Im looking forward to seeing the pictures 👍😎
First time paddle boarding for all 4 of us. We were up in Cullen for a few days so decided to book a lesson. We really enjoyed it. Finn was our instructor and was really helpful, explained everything well and went at a great pace. There were a range of ages and everyone enjoyed it. There was lots of falling in and hilarity. We would definitely give paddle boarding a go again.
Great service and Adam was super helpful with all our questions about the area. Safety briefing was perfect and we felt very safe going into the water with all the high quality kit that was offered. Beautiful coastline and incredible scenery - would highly recommend!
My first shot on an SUP and pretty much managed to succeed. I was standing happily in the shelter of Portnockie harbour after an hour but took a few tumbles out at sea. Great instruction from Adam and a lovely two hour paddle down the coast to the Bowfiddle Rock. Perfect weather. I would definitely recommend Blue Coast.
Adam was a terrific instructor on the Introduction lesson - our child was keen but nervous and Adam had just the right approach in being encouraging and clear about what to do. Easy to find information and book online, plus Adam was quick to respond to voicemail and WhatsApp. Would highly recommend Adam and his work.
Brilliant morning out on the water for our paddle boarding lesson. Thank you for a fantastic experience. Would highly recommend to anyone happy to fall in the water a lot.
I had a intro.to paddleboarding lesson with Adam yesterday which I thoroughly enjoyed. Our lesson took place at Portknockie harbour. Adam is a very pleasant and knowledgeable instructor. I will certainly be returning for another lesson.
Adam was a great guide. Such a good experience paddle boarding through pools, (lagoons 😉) caves, arches and saw various jellyfish & seabirds - gulls, cormorants and razorbills
Amazing morning paddle boarding , Saoirse was our instructor and she made the session fun for everyone . Would reccomend 100 % to everyone
Had a fantastic experience at Blue Coast, attended at Portknockie Harbour for a SUP lesson and tour. Adam was very informative and helpful with all instructions and we had a lot of practice in the harbour where we safely manoeuvred the paddleboard before heading out to sea. It was a glorious day and I spent a lot of time in the sea but that didn’t spoil my enjoyment l. Highly recommend this experience
It was a truly fantastic experience- my teens absolutely loved the experience. Adam was very knowledgeable and such a good teacher. The best thing we’ve done this holiday. Thank you so much 😊💦💦🏄♂️
Amazing afternoon learning about paddleboarding. . Adam was a brilliant instructor and he covered such a lot of different techniques on the paddle board in the 2 hour session which just flew by.
A very enjoyable experience and I would thoroughly recommend Blue Coast Surf and Paddle.
Thinking you'd like to try SUP? Then go ahead and book! I did and we had a super experience. Adam was a great instructor - very encouraging and patient too. He managed to progress us from kneeling to standing, taught us rescue techniques, had us off/on our paddleboards and splashing around too! Lots achieved in the 2 hour session. Lots of fun and laughs - we all enjoyed our afternoon.Price of activity, ease of booking, equipment provided - all very good.
Absolutely amazing session, I managed to stand up and learnt recovery techniques. I felt safe throughout and the instructor Adam was brilliant. My group ranged from 40-70 so really an excellent activity for all ages. Would recommend to all
I had a great time learning to Stand Up Paddleboard with Adam. He was a very good instructor. I was a bit nervous beforehand,but I felt safe during the lesson. I learnt a lot and feel ready togo out on my own paddleboard.
We had a fantastic morning with Adam yesterday. He was an excellent teacher. He had us all standing on our boards within 10 minutes. We would highly recommend this fun and exciting experience
I booked the SUP lesson and tour for my mum's 60th birthday celebrations. It was our first time paddle boarding, at first my mum was very nervous but with lots of encouragement and a progressive approach to learning from Adam, she was able to summon the courage to venture out of the harbour. However we opted to stay in the harbour for the remainder of our lesson to build on the skills we had just learned and gain some more confidence instead of completing the full tour, Adam was incredibly flexible with his plans to meet our needs. I would definitely recommend this to beginners. We can't wait to come back and complete the rest of the tour.
Our 1st time paddle boarding and we were both so glad to have had as well an experienced and knowledgeable person as Adam teaching us. A very enjoyable experience.
From sheltered harbours to coastal excursions, our local coastline ranges from Cullen to Portknockie, Findochty, and Sandend; the ideal playground for your SUP experience. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins & seals! Our instructors are qualified beach lifeguards, in the water with you to keep you safe, give feedback, and have a good time.
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.
Once you're a competent paddler, we have multiple routes that take in parts of our local coastline, including Bow Fiddle Rock, Port Long Bay, and Logie Head. If you have a particular destination you'd prefer please let us know, however this is always dependent on the suitability of the day's conditions. Look out for playful dolphins and curious seals!
We only use the highest quality equipment; warm 5mm thick wetsuits, buoyancy aids, and top-of-the-range inflatable paddleboards.
All of our coaches are qualified lifeguards, in the water with you to keep you safe, give feedback, and have a good time!
1:8 maximum instructor to student ratio. We teach you to paddleboard safely and independently.
From sheltered harbours to coastline excursions, the local Cullen coastline is perfect for your SUP experience.
We offer paddleboarding to all, no matter experience or ability. Our instructors will take the activity at your pace, making sure everyone progresses and has fun.
Give the gift of the sea to a loved one. Not just a memorable experience; it might change their life!
First time paddleboarding and want a structured lesson in a safe environment? Have questions about equipment? Tried paddleboarding before and want to give it a go in the sea? How about an introduction and tour combined?
Whether you're on your own or with a group of friends, all are welcome at Blue Coast. Enjoy our beautiful coastline from a fresh perspective on the water.
Paddleboarding is a brilliant group activity for the whole family. Lessons can be adapted to include challenging games and races for the kids while the adults find their feet.. or maybe it will be the other way around?
An ideal way to make memories together on your visit to Cullen.
See our booking system for special prices on family group lessons.
Paddleboarding is a great way to spend some time together in the sea. Imagine a tour in calm glassy conditions, idly paddling the metres away with your partner; the perfect way to relax together (until one of you falls in)!
As a bonus, it's not uncommon to see playful dolphins and curious seals when out on a tour, which makes for an unforgettable experience.
See our booking system for special prices on couple's lessons.
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.
You will be able to progress 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 minimum age limit for our group activities is 8 years old. For paddleboard coastal tours, the minimum age limit is 12 years old.
You're never too old to get in the sea and have a go!
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.
Don’t worry, every SUP session starts by learning how to paddle on your knees and you can still enjoy all the elements of the session knee paddling.
This is all part of the fun. The main thing is not to panic; you're attached to a big float which you'll be able to climb back on to relatively easily. If you have any problems, your instructor will be there with you to help.
We aim to teach you the skills to go out paddling safely and independently. This will include precautions to take when going out unsupervised, self-rescue, and important knowledge about suitable weather & sea conditions.
You must already be a competent paddler to join one of our SUP tours. This means being able to confidently control the direction of your board and make steady progress. If you're in any doubt, consider taking one of our Introduction to SUP lessons first.
