In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationNew Aquitaine / Landes
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions27.23 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
In a few words
You already know how to paddle out and ride the wave, but your progress has plateaued? Oco Surf Camp is here to help you improve your surfing technique in the Landes region ! At Oco Surf Camp , a friendly and fun atmosphere reigns, and you'll enjoy four days of surfing, yoga, and good vibes. Every day, your surf session is filmed and then analyzed to correct any mistakes the very next day. A group yoga class will bring together the surf house guests to improve mobility and recovery from surfing. A surf vacation just as you imagine it: practice, camaraderie, and fun.
The highlights
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Video coaching to progress quickly
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Intermediate level only (no beginners)
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Small-scale surf camp (15 people max)
Photos
Sport
Level
Surf
In figures
Surfing
- Average duration/day: 2h
Yoga
- Average duration/day: 1h
Management
French
Program
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Arrival at the surf camp
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You arrive in the afternoon and explore the surf camp and its surroundings. The center of Lit-et-Mixe is a 200-meter walk away, the pine forest is at the end of the road, and the beach is a 10-minute walk. You settle in, get to know the group, and Mika and Debo present the week's program: surfing at the best times of the tide, yoga to prepare your body, and video coaching to analyze your performance.
Day 1 -
The internship can begin
- Transportation Minibus - 00h10 - 8kmper day
- Activity Surfing
- Duration of the activity 2h per day
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h per day
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Every day, Mika takes you to the beach in his van to surf the best waves. The surf lesson schedule depends on the tide and weather conditions. Mika films most of the sessions and stays with you in the water if needed. Back at the surf camp, you can enjoy your vacation as you please: relax in the garden, try slacklining, hit the beach, or enjoy some free surfing. The one-hour yoga and mobility class is scheduled around the surf times and includes stretching, warm-ups, and relaxation. At the end of the day, a video debriefing of the surf session helps you understand your mistakes and overcome any obstacles to your progress, all in a friendly atmosphere. With our surf passport, a personalized program is created to guarantee your progress throughout the week and in the long term.
Days 2 to 3 -
Last day at surf camp
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
It's time to say goodbye. Late this morning, you'll check out of your room and leave the surf camp, whether you're heading home or continuing your vacation elsewhere. We'll see you soon to take things to the next level and witness the progress you've made on your own.
Day 4
Accommodation
Small, human-sized surf camp where a warm and friendly atmosphere prevails.
Access
Go to the starting point
Take a train from Paris to Dax (direct line) which takes 3 hours 30 minutes. In July and August, a shuttle bus will take you to within 200m of the surf camp for €2.50.
During the off-season, contact the surf camp for more details on how to get there.
From Paris : Approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes by car. Take the A10 motorway towards Bordeaux, then the A63 towards Bayonne. Take exit 12 towards Castets and follow the D42 to Azur.
From Bordeaux : Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes drive. Take the A63 towards Bayonne, exit at exit 12 towards Castets, then follow the D42 to Azur.
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation in surf camps in shared rooms for 3 to 6 people
- 3 brunch-style breakfasts
- 3 dinners, 100% homemade
- 2 filmed surfing lessons with video analysis
- Trips to the beach for surf lessons
- 2 yoga/surf mobility classes
- The equipment needed for the practices (jumpsuit, board, yoga mat)
- Video coaching
- Surf theory workshops
- Surf skate
- Bed linen
- Access to our fully equipped communal kitchen
The price does not include
The journey to the surf camp
Alcoholic beverages
Lunch
Options
- Dinner Package : CHF41.17 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Surf suit
- Surfboard
- Yoga mat
- Yoga accessories
Equipment to bring
- Surfboard (available for loan)
- Wetsuit (available for loan)
- Flip-flops
- Bath towel
- Beach towel/sheets or fouta
- Earplugs if you are a light sleeper
Clothing to bring
- T-shirts
- Cardigan for cool evenings
- Swimsuit
- Hat/cap to protect yourself from the sun
- Comfortable clothing for yoga/mobility
