8 Day Beginner and Beginner Plus University Brunotti Surfcamps in Vieux Boucau, Landes, France
University Surf Camp France
Brunotti Surf Camps has created this unique concept as the perfect surf week for students, by students. Students and young professionals from all over the world come together at Brunotti Surf Camps for a week full of adventure, learning to surf, making new friends, parties, and just chilling out.
Instructions will be offered in English and/or Dutch.
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Highlights
- 5 days of activities
- 90 minutes per surf lesson per day
- 1 surf theory and nice (beach) parties
- Free use of surf equipment during the lessons hours
- Guided by an experienced surf instructor
- 7 nights accommodation
- The best parties!
- Just 150 meters from a pristine beach
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
6 days with instruction in Dutch
Average daily hours of activity: 3
Accommodation
During your surf camp in France, you will sleep in a bungalow or glamping tent. Brunotti only uses modern and spacious tents, so you will be getting a good night’s rest after a long day in the ocean.
Bungalow tent
This comfortable bungalow tent is perfect for one or two people. The tent provides enough height to stand upright and plenty of space for your luggage. It comes with an electricity supply, a luxurious air mattress to sleep on, and chairs in front of the tent for relaxing. If you book this tent for yourself, you will be paired with another solo traveler of the same gender.
Glamping tent
This glamping is ideal for one or two people. You will be sleeping on a very comfy bed for one or two people (you can make your preference known during the booking process). The tent is on a wooden floor and features electricity, a lamp, and a cool box that you can use. Are you solo travelling? No worries, you will sleep in the glamping with someone of the same gender who is also solo traveling.
Program
The university surf week in France is a unique week at Brunotti Surfcamps. What do you get when you combine the best waves, beautiful weather, a stunning beach, the coolest crew and participants, delicious food, and the best parties? That is right, the week of your life. Because it is a week specifically for students, they have kept the price of this week extra low. So you will still have plenty to spend in one of the cozy pubs in the center of Vieux-Boucau.
The week is filled with all the activities that also take place during your normal surf weeks. So get ready for volleyball tournaments, barbecues, surfskate lessons, a trip to San Sebastian, disco nights, carnival, and of course, lots of surfing. Will you and your (study) friends be there this summer? At Brunotti International Surf Camp in Vieux Boucau, there is nothing more important than surfing. Therefore, they put a lot of focus on (quality of your surf lessons. You will experience the magic feeling that surfing is when you paddle and surf your first wave towards the beach.
You will experience for yourself how addictive and fun surfing really is. The surf instructors are all certified and extremely experienced in teaching surf lessons in France. Contrary to other surf camps, Brunotti only teaches in groups of a maximum of eight students. The surf lessons consist of some preparation exercises on the beach and lots of time catching waves in the water.
Free surfing
In case you got stoked after your first surf classes, your time in the water does not have to end after the surf classes. Feel free to take one of the ‘free surf’ boards provided by Brunotti Surfcamps and practice in the water. At Brunotti surf camp, they have the rule that for safety purposes, you must have followed at least one surf theory and lesson. The surf theory takes place on the first day of your holiday at Brunotti Surfcamp.
During the theory, the surf coaches will teach you everything you will need to know to go into the water safely. Topics like e.g. currents, tides, equipment, and areas on the beach where you are allowed to go free surfing will be discussed. In case of extreme conditions, it may not be possible to go free surfing; this, however, is very rare.
Theory preparation
During your surf week at Brunotti International Surfcamp, you will have an extensive surf theory lesson. This lesson is filled with interesting need-to-know regarding currents, waves, tides, and general safety. All the topics in theory are covered to make sure that you are good to enjoy a week full of ocean and surf, all while enjoying a cold beer.
Wetsuit
Do you not have your own wetsuit yet? No problem! You can rent a ‘shorty’ at the surf camp. This is a summer wetsuit that is completely yours for the rest of the week and protects you against sun, cold, and the surfboard. You can rent a wetsuit for 20 EUR a week at the camp.
Surfboards
The choice for equipment during the surf lessons is the ‘soft top’ boards. Brunotti Surfcamps has several sizes of ‘soft tops’ from which you can choose. These boards are developed to be as forgiving as possible for the beginner surfer. It is the perfect board for the difficult but fun learning process that surfing is, ensuring that you will catch your first wave within a week. They also have some hardtops in their quiver. You can pick from the sizes 9.0, 8.0, and 7.0 feet. These boards are suitable for you if you already have some experience catching waves.
Surf package
A - Beginner
Do you have no surf experience? Or did you take some lessons before, but are you not confident yet? Surf package A is most likely the perfect one for you! This surf package is the perfect base for anybody who wants to learn surfing as quickly as possible. Before the lessons start, you will get a surf theory regarding the equipment, safety, and currents.
Once you have received all the theory that you will need to go into the ocean, you will go into the water with one of your experienced surf coaches. The ultimate goal? To catch your first wave. You will see that this will not take long. The package consists of the use of a surfboard during the lessons, five 90-minute surf lessons, and one surf theory.
B - Beginner plus
Have you surfed before or taken one or two surf lessons? Do you know what a leash is and understand what they mean by the take-off? Then this package is perfect for you. You will quickly go over the basics and focus on improving your ability to catch waves independently and achieve a smooth take-off. This package consists of five 90-minute surf lessons, and before you know it, you will be totally hooked on surfing again.
Party
A true ‘University Surfweek’ is not complete without a drink (or more) and a good party. At the camp itself, they have built a real Brunotti beach bar. Here, you can get all kinds of ice-cold drinks every day from 4:00 a.m. onwards. Moreover, every evening in the party area of the camp, the absolute best parties take place.
The parties wrap at 11:00 a.m. for the other people on the campsite. The group goes to the village together to continue the party. Brunotti Surfcamps has a perfect location within walking distance of a charming French village with atmospheric bars and various nightlife options. Here, you can dance, enjoy drinks, and party until the early hours.
Instructors
Brunotti Surfcamp Crew
With your stay at Brunotti Surfcamps comes an incredibly fun crew! They prepare your food, get the party going, organise activities, serve you icecold drinks and challenge you for a game of beach volleyball. They know their way around Vieux-Boucau and will therefore gladly accompany you to the clubs, bars and other places worth visiting in town. The crew organises a number of fun activities in addition to the daily surflessons. What kind of activities you expect of your surfcamp in France? - Surfskate lessons - Volleyball tournaments - Yoga classes - Disco night - Theme nights (Carnaval)
Location
The camp will take place in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. Brunotti Surfcamps is situated in the picturesque little village of Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains. The village is well known for its beautiful beaches, charming city center, typical French markets, and lovely restaurants and bars. The surf camp in France breathes a relaxed, laid-back surf vibe. The camp is situated less than 150 meters from a pristine beach, where sets of beautiful waves roll in daily.
Food
The meals are not included in the package price. However, if you’d like to have a meal package during your surf camp in France, you can let Brunotti Surfcamps know on the day of arrival. Payment for the meal packages will take place at the end of the week.
It’ll be up to you whether you’d like to have a meal package, and if yes, which one. It’s also a possibility to let the crew know on the day itself whether you’d like to have a meal or not.
Full board: 149 EUR
This package is Brunotti Surfcamps' most extensive meal package. It includes:
- 7 breakfasts
- 7 lunch
- 5 dinners (dinner on the day of departure is included)
- 1 barbecue
Half board: 129 EUR
- 7 breakfasts
- 4 dinners
- 1 barbecue
At Brunotti Surfcamp, they know all about good food. Every morning, their breakfast crew gets up early to prepare an extensive outdoor breakfast buffet for the guests, including freshly prepared coffee, tea, and fruit juices such as jus d’orange. Rise and shine!
They also prepare a delicious dinner five times a week. The daily meals are diverse, healthy, and fairly priced. Once a week, they fire up the grill for one of Brunotti’s famous barbecues.
The Brunotti Surfcamp is home to a professional chef who cooks meals with an incredible amount of passion. The chef always makes sure that there is plenty and takes all the dietary restrictions or allergies that you may have into account. No one goes hungry after a long day of catching waves!
- Professional chef
- Healthy meals with fresh products
- Allergies and dietary restrictions are taken into account
- Vegetarian and vegan possible
Breakfast
The best days start with the best breakfast! At Brunotti Surfcamp, they know like no other how important it is to have a good base for a day full of sun, ocean, surf, drinks, and good times. This is why they will make sure that your day starts with a wide-ranging breakfast buffet, prepared by the breakfast crew.
Every morning, you will get to enjoy fresh French baguettes, eggs or a croissant, porridge, fresh fruit, several sweet and savory spreads, yogurts, mueslis, and much more. No worries, Brunotti Surfcamps didn’t forget freshly prepared coffee, tea, and of course, several fruit juices such as jus d’orange.
Sit down with your new friends and have a slow start to the day in the French morning sun. Vacation at its best!
Lunch
Between surf sessions, it’s important to refuel with a good meal. That’s why at the Brunotti Surf Camp, you can prepare your lunch during breakfast. Aluminum foil will be provided at breakfast, so you can pack your sandwiches to take with you to the beach. This way, you won’t have to leave the beach all day—convenient and budget-friendly.
Drinks
A beach holiday is incomplete without a cold drink. At Brunotti Surfcamp in France, they’ve taken this to heart and created the perfect spot to chill and have drinks. Every day at 16:00, their beach bar opens at the camp. Ice-cold drinks, summer tunes, and good company are waiting for you!
Dinner and BBQ
Every week, Brunotti Surfcamps' crew fires up the grill at their international surf camp. Year after year, the BBQ night is one of the highlights of their guests' stay at the surf camp in France.
What to expect from their famous BBQ night? Ice-cold drinks, a variety of delicious meats (as well as vegetarian options), salads, side dishes, summer tunes, and all other things needed for a nice summer BBQ night!
Brunotti Surfcamps is, among other things, known for its delicious dinners, and that is not a coincidence. Nothing is as important as delicious food on your holiday, especially if you spend the entire day catching waves.
For this reason, Brunotti Surfcamps is home to a professional chef. The chef cooks fresh and healthy products for tasty and diverse meals.
Are you a vegetarian, vegan, or do you have one or more allergies? No problem! Let Brunotti Surfcamps know, and they’ll make sure that you’ll enjoy dinner as much as the other guests. As the French would say, ‘Bon appétit!’
The following meals are included:
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
- Alcoholic beverages
Things to do (optional)
The week is filled with all the activities that also take place during the normal surf weeks. So get ready for volleyball tournaments, barbecues, surf and skate lessons, a trip to San Sebastian, disco nights, carnival, and lots of surfing. Will you and your (study) friends be there this summer?
Bus trip 'retour' (160 EUR per person)
A return trip on a comfortable bus from and to the Brunotti Surfcamp. The buses offer soft chairs, TVs for watching movies, and plenty of legroom for an excellent journey.
Bus trip 'single' (115 EUR per person)
A single journey from the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, or Switzerland to the Brunotti Surfcamp or the other way around. When you make your booking, you can let Brunotti Surfcamps know which way you would like to take the bus.
Surf yoga is an incredible way to prepare your body for surf lessons and days of being active in the water. Yoga classes help prevent sore muscles and are, in addition to that, great fun! The classes are always taught outside, either in the forest or on the beach.
What's included
- 5 1.5-hour surf lessons
- 1 surf theory
- 7-day board rental
- 3 yoga lessons
- Free use of surf skates
- 7 nights accommodation
- 1 welcome drink
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport or train station transfers
- Day trips to San Sebastian, Spain €30,-
- Daily meals
- Board in the bus (30 EUR per person - no longer than 3 meters per board)
- Bus trip from Holland or Belgium: €160 each for a round trip and €115 for a one-way journey.
- Bus trip from Germany, Austria, or Switzerland to Brunotti Surfcamps (250 EUR for a round trip and 125 EUR for a one-way journey)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
127 km away from your destination
Transfer available for additional US$ 64 per person
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
37 km away from your destination
Arrival by bus
Brunotti Surfcamps offers various bus travel options with departure points in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Please send an inquiry for more information on this.
Arrival by train
Is traveling by train the way to go for you? This also works out perfectly fine. Make sure that your end station is St-Vincent-de-Tyrosse, and if needed, Brunotti Surfcamp can arrange a transfer for you (and your friends) from the train station to the camp for an additional cost of 30 EUR per person.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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