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We’re excited to share that in 2026, Groundswell Scotland will deliver two Sough & Sea programmes, supporting women and non-binary people to build wellbeing, resilience, and connection through surf therapy, nature, and community 🌊🌿 Running between June and October, across coastal and woodland settings, participants will develop confidence, ocean awareness, and environmental skills—while forming meaningful peer connections and deepening their relationship with nature. From trauma-informed surf sessions at Pease Bay to guided woodland therapy and sustainability workshops, each programme will create safe, supportive spaces for growth and empowerment. Sough & Sea will continue to demonstrate the power of combining wellbeing with climate-positive action—supporting individuals while strengthening communities and care for coastlines and wild spaces. 2 programmes funded Funded by Cockburnspath & Cove Community Fund, administered by Foundation Scotland at Pease Bay and Dean area, Each programme will consist of three x 3 hour sessions, including two surf therapy sessions and an environmental conservation session - all equipment will be provided. Our sessions are delivered by fully qualified and experienced surf and nature therapy facilitators who are trauma informed, Beach lifeguards and surf coaches. Email scotland@groundswellcommunity.org for more details and to book in

Surf Bliss is a series of regular community surf, lifeguarding, surf fitness & wellbeing gatherings to dive deeply into self developing wisdom through celebration of sea and surfing.

Each session self identifying women of any experience or ability are welcomed including complete beginners. You will be guided by Groundswell Facilitators, surf lifeguards, physical trainers, wellbeing practitioners and surf coaches to embark on a journey of healing, empowerment, skill building and uniting through surfing.

These sessions are designed to build skills and community to support and fund Groundswell Scotland trauma recovery programmes.

We will have the opportunity to gain wisdom about the ocean environment and rescue techniques when the surf isn't as good building confidence and knowledge in the surf.

Come with an open mind and an open heart ready for the adventure!

This special summer holiday edition means you can bring your kids with you **you will be responsible for them on the beach and in the water**

We will have 2 facilitators (Becca and Emma) and surf coach Claire so can set up a women's circle time (with groundings and intention setting) and a kids circle time (with sand castle building, mandala making and fun games).

The lifeguards will set up a safe swim area and a separate safe surf area using our marker flags and you can choose to take your kids in for a paddle/swim/body board or surf.

All 3 facilitators are trained in beach safety and will keep you safe but you are still responsible for your own kids in the water (can call / wave us over to help with anything though).

We will set up on the beach at Belhaven Bay (there are public toilet facilities next to the surf centre) so bring clothing and shelter for all weather.

Surf Club is a safe and relaxed space to develop your sea, surf and self love practice. Sessions are available for women looking for a bit of extra support in life in a supportive environment to connect with community, friendship and nature.

PLEASE DO NOT BOOK UNTIL YOU HAVE MADE AN AGREEMENT WITH A GROUNDSWELL FACILITATOR*

2026 Dates

Jan 14th, Feb 11th, Mar 11th, Apr 1st, May 6th, June 3rd, Aug 19th, Sept 23rd, Oct 21st, Nov 25th, Dec 9th

We will start in our warm and cosy caravan, giving you a place to change, toilet facilities and a place to leave your belongings.

The session is for those who are looking for a bit of extra support in community and nature and for those who have previously attended a Groundswell Surf Therapy programme. It is not a coached session, there will be a surf lifeguard/ facilitator there to keep you safe.

If you have not attended before you are very welcome to join. Please email Rebecca to enquire- rrobertson@groundswellcommunity.org

This session is for Tidal Connections Members only

Tidal Connections is a community led surf collaborative with an emphasis on protecting, preserving and enjoying the wild environment of Belhaven Bay.

Women of any experience or ability are welcomed including complete beginners who would like to improve their surfing, meet in community, make friends and look after the local environment.

Every month a coached session will be guided by Groundswell Facilitators (qualified in SLSGB surf lifeguards, physical trainers, wellbeing practitioners, yoga teachers and ISA surf coaches) to embark on a journey of healing, empowerment, skill building and uniting through surfing.

Referral by ERSC only

Surf Bliss is a series of regular community surf, lifeguarding, surf fitness & wellbeing gatherings to dive deeply into self developing wisdom through celebration of sea and surfing.

Each session self identifying women of any experience or ability are welcomed including complete beginners. You will be guided by Groundswell Facilitators, surf lifeguards, physical trainers, wellbeing practitioners and surf coaches to embark on a journey of healing, empowerment, skill building and uniting through surfing.

These sessions are designed to build skills and community to support and fund Groundswell Scotland trauma recovery programmes.

We will have the opportunity to gain wisdom about the ocean environment and rescue techniques when the surf isn't as good building confidence and knowledge in the surf.

Come with an open mind and an open heart ready for the adventure!

DAY TICKET ONLY (over 16yrs)

September 5th SATURDAY 9am - 8pm

Groundswell Scotland’s annual Surf Festival bringing intention and connection into surfing, nature connection, music, fitness and well-being through the sea, ceremony and celebration of women and waves.

We are delighted that this year's Surf Festival will be held at our home- the stunning Pease Bay beach and function room at Verdant Leisure Caravan Site.

This fundraiser will go towards paying forward Surf Therapy courses for women, build community and bring surf community together around this common cause.

Please buy the correct ticket at the point of sale.
We have 10 tickets available with hire and 10 without.
You need to add extra (wetsuit & board hire) when buying your ticket.

Please bring extra food for the evening:
hot drinks, snacks, soup, salads, tea and coffee are provided at 1300

Check out accommodation on site - search ‘pease bay caravan hire’

Questions? scotland@groundswellcommunity.org

Our surf coaches are experienced ISA Level 1 and 2 coaches with SLSGB Surf Lifeguard qualifications. We are insured and qualified for all activities that we are running.

We’re excited to share that in 2026, Groundswell Scotland will deliver two Sough & Sea programmes, supporting women and non-binary people to build wellbeing, resilience, and connection through surf therapy, nature, and community 🌊🌿 Running between June and October, across coastal and woodland settings, participants will develop confidence, ocean awareness, and environmental skills—while forming meaningful peer connections and deepening their relationship with nature. From trauma-informed surf sessions at Pease Bay to guided woodland therapy and sustainability workshops, each programme will create safe, supportive spaces for growth and empowerment. Sough & Sea will continue to demonstrate the power of combining wellbeing with climate-positive action—supporting individuals while strengthening communities and care for coastlines and wild spaces. 2 programmes funded Funded by Cockburnspath & Cove Community Fund, administered by Foundation Scotland at Pease Bay and Dean area, Each programme will consist of three x 3 hour sessions, including two surf therapy sessions and an environmental conservation session - all equipment will be provided. Our sessions are delivered by fully qualified and experienced surf and nature therapy facilitators who are trauma informed, Beach lifeguards and surf coaches. Email scotland@groundswellcommunity.org for more details and to book in

We’re excited to share that in 2026, Groundswell Scotland will deliver two Sough & Sea programmes, supporting women and non-binary people to build wellbeing, resilience, and connection through surf therapy, nature, and community 🌊🌿 Running between June and October, across coastal and woodland settings, participants will develop confidence, ocean awareness, and environmental skills—while forming meaningful peer connections and deepening their relationship with nature. From trauma-informed surf sessions at Pease Bay to guided woodland therapy and sustainability workshops, each programme will create safe, supportive spaces for growth and empowerment. Sough & Sea will continue to demonstrate the power of combining wellbeing with climate-positive action—supporting individuals while strengthening communities and care for coastlines and wild spaces. 2 programmes funded Funded by Cockburnspath & Cove Community Fund, administered by Foundation Scotland at Pease Bay and Dean area, Each programme will consist of three x 3 hour sessions, including two surf therapy sessions and an environmental conservation session - all equipment will be provided. Our sessions are delivered by fully qualified and experienced surf and nature therapy facilitators who are trauma informed, Beach lifeguards and surf coaches. Email scotland@groundswellcommunity.org for more details and to book in