DUNBAR GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sharpen Your SUP Technique on East Lothian’s Wild Coast
A 3-hour, instructor-led Level 2 paddle‑boarding progression around Dunbar and nearby East Lothian bays, focused on technique, water‑safety and wildlife spotting.
Sharpen Your SUP Technique on East Lothian’s Wild Coast.
Under ASI‑qualified instruction, this intermediate paddle‑boarding progression unfolds along East Lothian’s coastal bays and, when conditions demand, sheltered inland waters. Over three hours you’ll work on stroke mechanics, board control and rescue skills while taking breaks to scan for seals, dolphins and seabirds; all equipment and transport are provided so you can focus on paddling and the coastline.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
ASI‑qualified coaching and safety training
Sessions are led by ASI‑qualified instructors who critique technique, teach SUP‑specific water‑safety and coach self and peer rescue — the core focus of a Level 2 progression.
Sea sessions at iconic East Lothian bays
Organizers aim to run progression sessions on the sea at locations such as Seacliff Beach, Belhaven Bay and Gullane Bay, taking advantage of the region’s varied coastal terrain when conditions permit.
Full kit and transport provided
All essential kit is provided — paddle board, paddle, leash, buoyancy aid, wetsuit, boots and rash vest — and ground transport at the beginning and end of the trip is included, letting you travel light.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The flow is hands‑on and iterative: short coached drills, technique feedback, and supervised practice interspersed with relaxed stretches of paddling and wildlife watching. Instructors adapt the session to sea or sheltered freshwater venues and emphasise practical rescue skills so paddlers leave competent and more independent on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The session runs three hours; please arrive 20 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
Included: experienced and qualified instructor, paddle board, paddle, leash, buoyancy aid, wetsuit, boots, rash vest, ground transportation at the beginning and end of the trip, and access to toilets and changing facilities (subject to local restrictions).
Bring towel, lunch or snacks and drinks, sunscreen, and your own wetsuit if you prefer to use it.
Participants should provide their own towel and any meals; these items are not included in the trip price.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the session?
The session is three hours; participants should arrive 20 minutes before the start time.
What equipment is supplied?
All core equipment is supplied: paddle board, paddle, leash, buoyancy aid, wetsuit, boots and rash vest; instructors and ground transport at the beginning and end of the trip are also provided.
Is food or towel provided?
Towels and lunch are not included; bring a towel plus snacks or a packed lunch.
What are the age and group limits?
Minimum age is 14 and group size is limited (up to six people).
What happens if the sea is too rough?
Instructors constantly review forecasts and, if conditions are too choppy, sessions can be relocated inland to a secluded freshwater reservoir or loch to maintain coaching in calmer water.
What skill level is required?
This is an intermediate (Progression Level 2) session intended for paddlers with some prior SUP experience or those who have completed a 'Learn to SUP' class.