8 Days, Multiple Departures
Nestled in the enchanting pine forests of Southwest France, our original Moliets surf camp is your gateway to the perfect beach and the vibrant town of Moliets-Plage. Since 2010, we've been unlocking the thrill of incredible surf holidays, marking 13 years of unforgettable moments this summer.
At our Moliets surf camp, we welcome both intimate and larger groups, including friends, couples, and solo adventurers. Embracing the true Surf Camp spirit, our dedicated team shares the onsite living experience with our surf holiday guests. As the sole international surf camp in Moliets, we take pride in hosting surfers and surf enthusiasts from across the globe.
Your week in Moliets
Dive into an action-packed surf holiday week in Moliets! From live music vibes and open mic nights to the legendary Pub Quiz, a fancy-dress flunky ball tournament, and a traditional French wine & cheese eve — we've got your week jam-packed with unforgettable moments. Join the starlit outdoor surf movie night, explore Moliets' local bars on pub crawls, and engage in beach games, volleyball, table tennis tournaments, and slip'n'slide or skate competitions. Count on our spirited Moliets surf camp team to craft an array of fantastic opportunities for you to mix, mingle, and keep those smiles shining!
The beach
Embark on a quick ten-minute stroll from our campsite to Plage de Moliets, our local surf haven. In the summer, the Southwest France coastline blesses us with perfect wave conditions catering to both beginners and intermediate surfers. Moliets-Plage, kissed by consistent summer swells, is a haven for those stepping onto a surfboard for the first time and for those keen on honing their existing skills. With our team of skilled international surf instructors, you're guaranteed to be in expert hands, learning from the very best in the surf world.
Learn to surf in warm water & amazing waves
Dive into the rhythm of consistent summer swells along the Moliets-Plage coastline from April to October—a surfer's paradise for both beginners and intermediates.
Opt for our Surf Chill package, the crowd-favorite surf camp delight in Moliets. Revel in 6 comprehensive lessons, including 4 sessions of practical surf wisdom on Moliets-Plage, the sandy canvas just steps from our surf haven. Immerse yourself in a 90-minute breath and balance workshop, complemented by another insightful 90-minute surf theory session at our camp, delving into water safety, rip currents, and the nuances of French beach breaks.
Surf Course & Surf Instructors
Embark on a thrilling surf journey with our week-long surf course, where our seasoned instructors unveil the surfing essentials. Learn the art of paddling into waves, catching the perfect ride, mastering the stand-up, and gaining control of your surfboard—all on the fantastic 'foamies' designed for beginners to ride the waves with ease.
Our surf maestros are not only qualified and fully licensed in the surfing realm but also hold lifeguard certifications. Armed with insights into wave conditions and local surf spots, they are ever-ready to assist. Each surf lesson group boasts a maximum of eight surfers per instructor, and a surf assistant joins if needed. The complete surf equipment package, including the surfboard, leash, and wetsuit, is provided for your surfing odyssey.
Your surfing odyssey kicks off on Sunday with a gathering at the surf tent, where wetsuit allocation and introductions set the tone for an exciting first day. Dividing surfers into beginner and intermediate groups, we ensure a tailored experience for each skill level, with lesson times conveniently displayed on our surf camp notice board.
Revitalize your mind with Yoga
Dive into the harmonious blend of surfing and yoga, a favored practice among professional surfers for enhancing flexibility, core strength, and overall surfing performance. As the sun sets on your day of thrilling surf adventures, immerse yourself in the rejuvenating world of yoga—a perfect way to enhance flexibility and fortify your body.
Discover serenity on our expansive yoga platform nestled amidst the trees. Our weekly yoga schedule offers two invigorating sessions per day (excluding Saturdays). Led by our passionate and skilled yoga instructors, these sessions cater to yogis of all levels, making the practice both enjoyable and accessible. Experience the ultimate synergy of yoga and nature with a special weekly beachside yoga session at sunset.
Partake in our yoga sessions at the Moliets surf camp and witness firsthand the transformative impact on your body and surfing skills. Tailor your experience by choosing from 3, 5, or 10 yoga sessions per surf camp week, with exercise equipment provided free of charge.
We’re passionate about surfing & truly believe it’s a sport best shared. So whether you’re traveling alone, with your significant other, best friends, groups big and small or your family, we strive to offer a true and unforgettable surf holiday experience to each of our surf holiday guests. Join our passion for surfing & become part of our global surfing family. We can’t wait to be surfing with you this season.
You are welcome to, but there is no need.
If you book our most popular surf package here in Moliets, for example, the SURF CHILL package, the use of all surf equipment (wetsuit, leash & surfboard) is included during your surf lesson time.
Outside of lesson time, we offer surf equipment rental (wetsuit, leash & surfboard) for the duration of your surf holiday week. We have a good range of beginner foam surfboards in the surf camp.
If you’re an intermediate to advanced surfer and are used to surfing hard boards, we recommend you bring your own equipment.
The rules for travelling in European countries changed on 1 January 2021:
UK passport holders can travel to France as tourists for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. You must have at least 6 months left on an adult (or child's) passport to travel to France.
Yes, yes and YES! Our surf camp is PERFECT for solo travelers. The mix of multicultural and multilingual guests and staff combined with a laid back atmosphere makes our camp the ideal place to feel at home and get to know people. We get lots of comments about our positive camp vibes and we have seen many guests make friends for life at our camps. So, if you can't convince your friends to join, don't worry, you’ll make plenty of new ones at camp.
Typically guests are 18+, but if you are aged 16 & 17, you may be able to visit if you travel with a suitable guardian who is 18 or older or can provide a parental consent from. Best to get in touch with us and we can advise you further.
Of course! Our surf camp tents are big enough to keep your own surf equipment in should you wish to bring it. Flight operators usually charge additional luggage fees for taking surfboards, so please check with your flight operator's Large Sports Luggage policy before arriving at the airport to avoid costly fees.
Yes, we do. Both vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request. If you have any allergies or other dietary requirements, you can tell us during the booking process.
Yes, if you're planning on travelling light, you can rent bedding for the duration on your surf holidays. You can add our bedding option during the booking process.
We recommend you arrive in our Moliets Surf Camp on a Saturday, because that's when our surf camp week schedule starts and we really wouldn't want you to miss any of our amazing welcome entertainment. If you cannot get to the surf camp on a Saturday, we recommend you arrive on Sunday morning at the latest, so you don't miss your first surf lesson in the afternoon.
You certainly don't need a car when on surfing holidays in our Moliets Surf Camp. If you are bringing your own surfboard and plan to free surf along France's southwest coast, we do recommend you hire a car. Some public transport companies may also refuse to take large sports equipment on busy routes. There are rental car companies in each airport. However, booking in advance is often much cheaper.