Surf lessons and courses in Biscarrosse

Organized by La Vigie
This offer is very popular 68 people chose this activity this year

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: from 1 hr to 5 days
Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From ages 7 or 12 (depending on option)
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Come and learn or improve your surfing skills in Biscarrosse thanks to the many options offered by La Vigie surf school!

It is in Biscarosse beach, between Arcachon and Mimizan, that the surf school La Vigie is waiting for you to discover this water sport full of sensations! The spot of Biscarrosse is famous on the Atlantic coast for its hollow, tubular and powerful waves. But don't worry for beginners: there are areas where the waves are perfect for learning to surf, with a sandy bottom perfect for safe surfing.

In summer, the water temperature in Biscarosse is between 17° and 25°C, compared to 11° and 14°C in winter when a wetsuit is mandatory. You will be able to surf in complete peace of mind, on an area of the beach with waves adapted to your level. Beginners as well as advanced surfers, children as well as adults are all welcome to these surfing lessons in Biscarosse!

Under the supervision of a qualified instructor, with a maximum of 6 to 8 students in his group, you will be sure to follow a quality surfing course on the beach of Biscarosse!

Offers

1
Children lesson | 1 hour
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One hour course during which children will discover or rediscover the joys of sliding on Biscarrosse.

There will be a maximum of 6 children per instructor for maximum safety.

Objectives

This lesson includes different objectives depending on the child's level.

For beginners, the objectives are as follows

- Perfecting your righting skills
- Know and locate the presence of marine currents by using landmarks
- Respecting safety, friendliness and priority guidelines
- Beginning of autonomy of the students in conditions adapted to their level

Course of events

- Meeting with the instructor, then fitting of the wetsuit and board, adapted to the child's size and level
- Direction with the instructor to the area of the beach where the waves are the best and where the surf is adapted to the level of the young surfer
- Teaching on the sand: the instructor will explain the basics of surfing, as well as the safety rules to follow for a safe practice
- Various pedagogical exercises before getting in the water to apply the advice given by the instructor in real conditions: as a general rule, a beginner is able to stand up on his board and make his first glides after 1 hour of lessons

Activity requirements

You need to know how to swim to participate in this activity.

Special terms

Meeting hours are approximate and depend on tide and weather conditions: please contact the school the day before the meeting to confirm the meeting hour.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

1 hr

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

La Vigie Maison du Surf, 788 Boulevard des sables, 40600 BISCARROSSE

Included:
  • Wetsuit
  • Surfboard
  • Instructor
2
Adults lesson | 1.5 hour
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1.5 hour lesson to discover or rediscover the joy of surfing in Biscarosse.

There will be 8 persons max in a group to make the lessons as safe as possible.

Objectives

This lesson includes different objectives depending on your level.

For beginners, the objectives are as follows

- Perfecting your righting skills
- Know and locate the presence of marine currents by using landmarks
- Respecting safety, friendliness and priority guidelines
- Beginning of autonomy of the students in conditions adapted to their level

Course of events

- Meeting with your instructor, then fitting your wetsuit and board, adapted to your size and level
- Head with your instructor to the area of the beach where the waves are the best and most suitable for teaching surfing
- Teaching on the sand: the instructor will explain the basics of surfing, as well as the safety rules to follow for a safe practice
- Various pedagogical exercises before getting in the water to apply the advice given by your instructor in real conditions: as a general rule, a beginner is able to stand up on his board and make his first glides after 1.5 hour of lessons

Activity requirements

You need to know how to swim to participate in this activity.

Special terms

Meeting hours are approximate and depend on tide and weather conditions: please contact the school the day before the meeting to confirm the meeting hour.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

1.5 hr

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

La Vigie Maison du Surf, 788 Boulevard des sables, 40600 BISCARROSSE

Included:
  • Wetsuit
  • Surfboard
  • Instructor
3
Children course | 5 X 1 hour
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Surfing course 5 X 1 hour, from Monday to Friday, thanks to the children will be able to discover or rediscover the joys of surfing on Biscarrosse.

They will be maximum 6 by monitor for a maximum safety.

Objectives

This formula includes different objectives depending on the level of the children.

For beginners, the objectives are as follows

- Perfecting the righting
- Know and locate the presence of marine currents using landmarks
- Respecting safety, friendliness and priority rules
- Beginning of autonomy of the students in conditions adapted to their level

Activity requirements

You need to know how to swim to participate in this activity.

Special terms

The meeting times are approximate and depend on the tides and conditions: please contact your instructor the day before the activity to know the exact meeting time.

The course takes place from Monday to Friday.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

5 days

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

La Vigie Maison du Surf, 788 Boulevard des sables, 40600 BISCARROSSE

Included:
  • Wetsuit
  • Surfboard
  • Instructor
4
Adults course | 5 X 1.5 hour
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Surfing course 5 X 1.5 hour from Monday to Friday thanks to which you will be able to discover or rediscover the joys of surfing on Biscarrosse.

You will be maximum 8 by instructor for a maximum safety.

Objectives

This formula includes different objectives depending on your level.

For beginners, the objectives are as follows

- Perfecting your righting skills
- Know and locate the presence of marine currents by using landmarks
- Respecting safety, friendliness and priority guidelines
- Beginning of autonomy of the students in conditions adapted to their level

Activity requirements

You need to know how to swim to participate in this activity.

Special terms

Meeting times are approximate and depend on tides and conditions: please contact your instructor the day before your activity to find out the exact meeting time.

The course takes place from Monday to Friday.

Do not forget to bring
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimsuit
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

5 days

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

La Vigie Maison du Surf, 788 Boulevard des sables, 40600 BISCARROSSE

Included:
  • Wetsuit
  • Surfboard
  • Instructor
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Meeting point

La Vigie Maison du Surf, 788 Boulevard des sables, 40600 BISCARROSSE Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

Reviews

Average rating
4.8 / 5
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Géniale

  • 5 / 5

Pour une première fois, c’était un vrai plaisir

  • 4.8 / 5

Le surf c est le sport des bordelais

  • 5 / 5

Si ça vous fait envie faite le

  • 5 / 5

Superbe activité même si l'on reste novice on apprend beaucoup de choses

  • 4 / 5

Excellent location, equipment, and coaching. Glen in office was very knowledgeable and helpful and flexible about times etc.