Holiday itinerary
Go learn to combine surf and yoga in France’s surf capital Hossegor, and enjoy a camp where your friendly hosts have gone to all lengths to ensure that every element of your surf and yoga break is geared towards enjoying all the benefits of these two complementary disciplines.
Situated just 2km from the Atlantic coast nestled in pine forests and sand dunes there is a whole host of waves suitable for beginners to advanced surfers.
Your yoga classes will take place daily for 2 hours a day and will allow you to relax, focus and build your strength and balance, perfect for improving your surfing technique and getting the most from everyday life.
This fantastic week long yoga and surf camp includes accommodation in the beautiful surf house, surf lessons and use of all surf equipment throughout the course so you can hop on your board any time.
The week is dedicated to a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, an ideal break for all guests whose goal it is to get the most out of their trip and gain the skills needed to experience the fascinating thrill of surfing combined with the strength and calm of yoga.
Suitability
- Suitable for all levels of surfing and yoga experience
- Must be able to swim and be reasonably fit
- Minimum age 18 unless accompanied by an adult
- Under 18’s are always welcome when accompanied by adults please email for more details with the age of the children
- Please be aware that from mid-September the waves become more powerul and therefore the school will only accept those who have surfed before or who have a sporty background
- Please note that it's best for guests to possess or build up a reasonable level of fitness before the course as the two hour lessons can be quite strenuous.
Yoga And Surf Holiday Start Days
- Surf and yoga lessons run from May to the end of October
- The programme begins on any day of the week except in August when arrivals are on Saturday or Sunday
Yoga And Surf Holiday Lesson Schedule
- Each day for 5 days you will have 2 hours of surfing lessons, these may not be spread evenly as lessons depend on the right weather conditions
- 2 hours of yoga lessons each day, over 5 days
- A typical day will start with breakfast and weather permitting it's straight down to the water
- A local surf instructor will collect you from the house each morning to take you to the best surf beach with suitable conditions for your level
- Everyone at the house surfs each morning as it's usually off shore until noon every day
- Lesson start times will depend on the weather and wave conditions, your instructor will keep you informed on a daily basis
What Will I Learn Surfing?
Your surf lessons will be taught by highly qualified, experienced instructors who have been perfecting teaching techniques for many years and who will have you up on your board in no time. You’ll cover:
- Safety issues
- The history of surf
- How to handle the board in the water
- Where to position yourself at sea
- How to clear the breaking zone and deal with white water
- How to stand and lie on the board
- Line up positioning
- How to paddle to catch the waves
- Techniques to clear the break point and surge to the crest of the wave
- If you are an intermediate surfer, you'll be taught skills suitable for your level and taken to spots to challenge and improve your surfing ability
What Will I Learn In Yoga?
- Yoga practice will be adapted for all levels
- Your yoga classes will be based on Hatha yoga and will cover Asanas (Physical Movements), Pranayama (Breathing practices), Meditation (Stilling and calming of the mind & inner self) and Relaxation (Complete mind, body relaxation)
Surf Equipment
- You will be kitted out in top quality wetsuits
- This school has many surf boards to choose from in sizes varying between 6’4’’ and 8´2’’
- The surf boards provided are epoxy boards
- The school will select various sizes and thicknesses to match your skill level
- If you are a complete beginner, you can use a board with higher volume and float during the first few days, switching to a smaller, more manoeuvrable board as you improve
Camp Accommodation
- The house is a modern, purpose built 5 bedroom house just 2km from the beach and 5km south of Hossegor, ideal for easy going surfers and yogis looking to enjoy the area and the company of other guests
- You will share with other guests in a shared room with up to 5 others for 7 nights
- Check in is anytime after 2pm and check out any time before 11am on day 8
- Private double rooms may be available for 2 sharing on request, please contact for more details and availability
- The house has 5 rooms sleeping a maximum of 20 guests in total
- There are 3 bathrooms shared by all guests
- There is a large lounge with TV/DVD and books
- Kitchen facilities are available
- The house has a large terrace, private garden and hammocks for relaxing
- You can borrow bikes and skateboards during your stay
Camp Accommodation Location
- The house is located 2 km from the beach which you can get to on foot or with the mountain bikes
- You will have transport provided to and from all the best surf spots for your lessons
- You are just 5km from the busy centre of Hossegor and you can catch a bus from 100m outside the house or order a taxi to visit the town
Free Time In Hossegor
- Many people taking this surf and yoga course do so independently as they make great singles holidays and there's always something going on in the area
- The camp includes surf equipment for the full duration of the course so you can practise in your free time
- Hang out with your fellow surfers in the accommodation or large private garden
- Explore the towns of Hossegor, Capbreton and Bayonne and Biarritz which are easily accessible by bus or car
- Have a go in the newly built skate bowl in nearby Labenne
- Make use of the table football, Indo boards, mountain bikes, table tennis or watch DVDs in the lounge
- Or just relax in a hammock in the garden surrounded by pine trees
Surf Conditions
- The stunning Hossegor coastline is uniquely positioned and offers ideal conditions and mild weather for both beginners and experienced surfers year round
- Please note that no lessons will be refunded if they have to be cancelled due to poor weather conditions
Get more from your holiday, meet new people and take home new surfing and yoga skills that will stay with you forever.