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Stand Up Paddleboarding

One of the quickest growing water sports

Here in the UK we are realising that SUP is fantastic way of getting out on the water, not just as a flat water alternative to Surfing but as a fabulous pass-time in itself.

What makes SUP so accessible is that the basics are fairly easy to learn and so progress is quick. However there is much more to learn if you want to progress and here at Scarborough Surf School we have fully trained staff to help you make the most of your SUP adventures.

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What is Stand Up Paddle Boarding? (Supping)

Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is an offshoot of surfing that originally originated in Hawaii. Unlike traditional surfing where the rider sits until a wave comes, stand up paddle boarders stand on their boards and use a paddle to propel themselves through the water. SUP is the fastest growing water sport in the world and is equally accessible for all ages and ranges of ability.

Variations include flat water paddling for outdoor recreation, fitness, or sightseeing, racing on lakes, large rivers and canals, surfing on ocean waves, paddling in river rapids, Paddle board yoga and even fishing.

Cayton Bay is defined as an exposed water location and with this in mind we have full risk assessments and years of local knowledge to keep you safe. This also means we work to the following remits when hiring equipment or delivering lessons.

Important information

Location remits

  • Shore-break up to 0.5 metres (1 ½ ft.)
  • Swell size up to 0.6 metres (2 ft.)
  • No breaking waves
  • Wind speed less than 12 knots
  • Offshore wind less than 10 knots
  • Water depth no less than 1 metre (3 ft.)
  • Free from hazards
  • No more than 250 metres (820ft) from shore

Student pre-requisites

  • Swim 50 metres (164 ft), without stopping.

Special events and tours

Cayton Bay is a beautiful remote location and we are happy to take you beyond the bay with a guide, we can head North to explore Knipe Point, South to the Seal Colony or even the wildlife rich area of Flambrough Head, check out our Tours and special events section for further information.

Tours and special events

Equipment rentals

When renting equipment you must

  • Stay in the bay
  • Stay within 250m from the shore
  • Juniors and weaker swimmers must wear a buoyancy aid and stay within 100m from shore.
  • Allow enough time to get back to the school when requested.
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Special events and tours

Cayton Bay is a beautiful remote location and we are happy to take you beyond the bay with a guide, we can head North to explore Knipe Point, South to the Seal Colony or even the wildlife rich area of Flambrough Head, check out our Tours and special events section for further information.

Tours and special events

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One to One SUP-Wise Foundation Lesson

Details

Duration: 2 hours

Ages: 10+

Includes all kit

A private lesson is the best way to kick-start your SUP skills, and is the best option if you are serious about progressing quickly and confidently. With all the instructors attention focussed on just you this is the easiest way to maximise your progress and enjoyment.

£90pp

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Two to One SUP-Wise Foundation Lesson

Details

Duration: 2 hours

Ages: 10+

Includes all kit

A private lesson is the best way to kick-start your SUP skills, and is the best option if you are serious about progressing quickly and confidently. With all the instructors attention focussed on just you this is the easiest way to maximise your progress and enjoyment.

£70pp

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Three to One SUP-Wise Foundation Lesson

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Duration: 2 hours

Ages: 10+

Includes all kit

Our Coasteering school is a new addition to our already well-established Surf School based at Cayton Bay. It gives us the perfect alternative activity if and when the surf is flat.

£60pp

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Group SUP-Wise Foundation Lesson

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Duration: 2 hours

Ages: 10+

Includes all kit

Our Coasteering school is a new addition to our already well-established Surf School based at Cayton Bay. It gives us the perfect alternative activity if and when the surf is flat.

£45pp – Up to 6 people

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If you’re looking for a unique gift then our Vouchers make an awesome treat for anyone who loves the outdoors and adventure sports. 

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Tori

Manager & Head Surf Coach

Known as Secretspot’s “Mother Hen,” Tori truly lives and breathes surfing. With over 20 years of surf experience, 16 years coaching, and 12 years as part of the Secretspot family, she plays a central role in everything we do. Tori manages all activities across the surf school and leads our coaching programme as Head Surf Coach, with a particular passion for junior development and performance surfing.

She created and leads our SuperGroms junior progression programme, helping young surfers build strong foundations and progress with confidence. Tori also delivers our advanced lessons, using video analysis, performance drills, and tailored coaching to support surfers looking to take their skills to the next level. Alongside this, she works as a Surfing England Coach Trainer Assessor, delivering coach courses here at Cayton Bay, and volunteers as a Team England Junior Squad Coach, supporting the next generation of competitive surfers.

You’ll probably recognise Tori from our socials, where she provides daily video surf reports, keeping the local community up to date with conditions and surf forecasts. Away from the water, she’s deeply involved in the local surf scene as the founder and chair of Scarborough Boardriders Club CIC and is often behind the scenes organising local surf contests, events, and socials.

During the busy summer months, Tori can be found at Cayton Bay day in, day out, making sure the surf school runs smoothly. When winter rolls around, she heads off to enjoy some free surfing at favourite destinations such as El Salvador, Bali and Ireland, before returning refreshed and ready for another season.

Paul "Tomo"

Owner

The backbone of our business, Tomo has grown up surfing Scarborough and has dedicated his life to the surf industry in the North East. With deep local knowledge and decades of experience in the water, he represents everything our surf school stands for: authenticity, expertise, and a genuine passion for the coastline we call home.

In 2008, Tomo took over the surf school from Ross and brought it together with Secretspot Surf Shop, established in 1989. As one of the oldest surf shops in the UK—and the largest in the North East—Secretspot has long been at the heart of the local surf community. Combining the two businesses was a natural progression, allowing Tomo to carry forward a shared ethos built on local knowledge, surf culture, and a lifelong love of Cayton Bay.

The philosophy has always been simple: run by surfers, for surfers. That means providing the best possible equipment, honest advice, and coaching rooted in real experience—whether you’re standing on a board for the first time or looking to progress your skills.

Known affectionately as our “Chief of Coasteering,” Tomo grew up exploring every nook and cranny of the East Coast. That lifelong familiarity with the coastline led him to become a trained coasteering instructor and to introduce coasteering to the Yorkshire Coast. Over the years, he has personally developed and led thousands of coasteering sessions, continually refining them to create the safe, professional, and unforgettable experiences we offer today.

Tomo’s depth of experience, commitment to safety, and passion for sharing the coastline are the foundation of everything we do.