As a general basis natural elements decide of our surfing schedule that is finalized on saturdays in the evening for the coming week closely related to swell and wind forecasts, tides chart and groups surf level. Surf lesson time can change overnight if necessary. Surfing is a science of continuous adaptation.
From a practical point of view you need to be at least 15’ prior to the surf lesson to get your equipment and put sun cream. Also consider at least 15’ to 20’ to rince off the equipment and get changed. Walking time is not included in the lesson and depends on each year sand bar configuration.
Surf lesson duration is 1h30 which is the optimal duration for performant surfing effort for most of people. If you have joined a surf camp or booked a Classic + surf package then it’s better to have a break and go back afterward instead of going for a marathon session.
Surf session starts with articulation rolling or body surfing. During afternoon lessons the warm up can be shorten but entering the water is always progressive.
Groups are limited from 6 to 8 persons per instructor, depending on age and surf level and individual teaching is a priority as each person has its own rythme of progression. Considering natural environment and its unpredictable feature, the content of each session is adapted day by day while none minute spent in the water is wasted. It’s even normal to pass through frustration and stagnation stages and even experience « aquatic breakdown ». Surfing can be perceived as an ungrateful even senseless activity as time spent paddling and waiting for the waves (over 95%) compared to time actually surfing is ridiculous however more and more surfers in the water…
For all surf camp stays and 5 days surf training courses, one theory/culture of surfing class is organized weekly.
