Gathering of the Clans 2026
The Gathering of the Clans (Scottish Inter-Club Surfing Championships) is due to take place at Pease Bay on the 19th and 20th of September 2026. Clan Teams will be comprised of 6-8 competitors in the following divisions: Open Men (2), Open Women (2), Boys (1), Girls (1), Masters 40+ (1), Longboard (1). Entry to the event is now open […]
Whats On…
Sign up for any of the below at ssf.justgo.com FREE ISA LEVEL 1 SURF INSTRUCTOR COURSE 2-3 September Thurso JUNIOR SERIES STOP 1 ABERDEEN 5 or 6 September entries close 29 August Aberdeen Surf Club GATHERING OF THE CLANS 19-20 September entries close 6 September Pease Bay FREE ISA JUDGING AND OFFICIATING COURSE 28 September […]
Scottish Surfing offering FREE ISA Courses
In 2026 Scottish Surfing are offering FREE International Surfing Association Coaching & Instructor courses as well as Judging & Officiating Courses. As part of sportscotland’s Summer of Sport and Scottish Surfing’s Catch the Wave programme – Scottish Surfing Affiliated Club members have the opportunity to take the ISA Level 1 Surf Instructor course as well […]
Women and Girls in Surfing 2026
Scotland’s surf story is written in its waves, but it is brought to life by the people who paddle out. During the first months of 2026, photographer and keen amateur surfer Dylan Budge has been documenting the women and girls at the heart of that story, helping Scottish Surfing celebrate the women and girls shaping […]
Supporting Surfers Beyond the Waves
As surfing continues to grow in Scotland, so too does the support available to our athletes. Scottish Surfing is delighted to be working with Nomad Physiotherapy, bringing high-performance physiotherapy expertise into our junior development programme to help young surfers stay healthy, perform at their best and build strong foundations for the future. Founded by physiotherapist […]
Surfing, Camping and Community at North Shore Surf Club’s Summer Weekend
North Shore Surf Club members enjoyed an unforgettable weekend of surfing, camping and community as surfers of all ages came together at Farr for a club camping trip. With tents, campervans and surfboards filling Craigdhu Campsite, the weekend brought together members, coaches, volunteers and families for a trip packed with waves, adventure and plenty of […]
‘Catch the Wave’ Takes Off
Scottish Surfing’s ‘Catch the Wave’ programme is getting more people into the water this summer, thanks to funding from sportscotland’s Summer of Sport campaign. Our Catch the Wave programme is providing funding to surf clubs throughout Scotland to deliver free surf sessions, giving young people the opportunity to try surfing and discover how they can get involved in […]
Scottish Surfing Welcomes Our New Directors to the Board
Following an intensive and competitive recruitment process, Scottish Surfing is delighted to announce the appointment of six new Directors to the Board to support the delivery of Scottish Surfing’s 2026-2029 Strategy. The appointments strengthen the Board with skills that will help shape the future of Scottish Surfing, supporting the delivery of our strategic priorities while […]
More cover. Stronger clubs. No extra cost.
Insurance might not be as exciting as a perfect swell, but having the right protection in place matters when something goes wrong. That’s why Scottish Surfing has significantly strengthened the insurance included with membership and club affiliation for 2026/27 — at no additional cost to members or clubs. Previously, members benefited from third-party liability cover. […]
Scottish Surfing EuroSurf Junior Team 2026
Scottish Surfing is proud to be sending a talented team of junior surfers to represent Scotland at the EuroSurf Junior Championships in Bundoran, Ireland, this September. The event takes place from 24 September to 4 October 2026 and will bring together Europe’s top young surfing talent. The Scottish team includes 12 surfers competing across multiple divisions: U18 Girls U18 […]
Scottish National and Lowland Open Longboarding Championships
The annual Scottish National and Lowland Open Longboarding Championships took place last Saturday the 16th of May at Pease Bay. The epic swell forecast did not disappoint, and the first heat of the Scottish Nationals Open Mens Quarter Finals was in the water at 0830. The Spring tide was pushing most of the day, leading […]
Craig McLachlan claims victory at Hi-Land Fling
The atmosphere at Lost Shore Surf Resort, Edinburgh was electric this weekend as surfers, fans and industry figures gathered for the second edition of the Hi-Land Fling, Scotland’s premier inland surf competition. This prestigious event invited 23 of Europe’s top surfers to compete on world-class waves rolling through Europe’s largest wave pool in front of a packed […]
BODYBOARDING IS BACK: BODYBOARD NATIONALS AND OPEN 2026 – RESULTS
Belhaven Beach, East Lothian | 26 April 2026 Eight years is a long time to wait. Trends come and go. People move on. But the Scottish bodyboarding community never really went away. It just needed the right moment to remind everyone it was still here. On 26 April 2026, the Scottish Surfing Bodyboard Nationals and […]
Official Video – Scot Champs 2026
Catch up on the highlights from the Scottish National Surfing Championships 2026!
THE SCOTTISH NATIONAL SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026 – RESULTS
The 2026 Scottish National Surfing Championships delivered a dramatic two-day showcase of skill, grit, and classic North Sea unpredictability. Competitors converged on the Caithness coastline in Thurso, for one of the most anticipated events on the Scottish surf calendar. Running from Friday to Saturday, the championships highlighted the resilience of the nation’s surfers as they […]
An Introduction to Bodyboarding in Scotland
What Is Bodyboarding? Bodyboarding is an exciting, accessible, and hugely rewarding way to ride waves. It’s one of the most versatile surf crafts out there — perfect for beginners enjoying small, friendly waves, yet capable of supporting elite athletes performing powerful, gymnastic manoeuvres on serious, heavy surf. The sport truly comes into its own in […]
Scottish Nationals & SUP Surf Showdown
Highlights from the SUP Surf Championships: A Day of Thrills and Talent! The SUP Surf Championships took place under challenging weather conditions that tested the skills of every competitor. With strong easterly winds creating a direct onshore wind, the surf conditions were less than ideal. However, in true sporting spirit, the event found its footing […]
20% off at Lost Shore Surf Resort
Purchase an SSF Member Licence at ssf.justgo.com and then go back in to add another member licence and choose LSSR Bolt-On to receive 20% off at Lost Shore Surf Resort!!
