Summer surfing camp Vendée, Les Sables d'Olonnes

From €850 - 6 nights full board + 5 surf lessons for 1 person

Open to 10-12 year olds and 13-17 year olds

Capacity for 32 children

Intensive course for €750 starting on 22 February with photo/video analysis (accommodation provided)

Treat your teen to an unforgettable Summer surfing camp on the Atlantic coast, in the Vendée, near Les Sables d'Olonne! Supervised by qualified instructors, teenagers learn to surf 🌊 in a safe and caring environment.

This surfing holiday camp is approved by the SDJES andwhether it's your first time surfing or you want to improve your skills on the waves, this surfing holiday camp is the ideal combination of sport, nature and new friendships. 🏄‍♀️🌴

We organise "SURF & SKATE" holidays for small groups of 16 young people, with 3 hours of surfing a day (including preparation and travel), a family atmosphere and 24-hour supervision. Apart from surf lessons, the youngsters can enjoy beach activities and take part in the surf camp community life (table tennis, slackline, skateboard, surf skate and other games available). These activities are organised according to their wishes and in agreement with the supervisors.

"A great experience for a night at the suf camp! A short stay in a tipi in a very pleasant and soothing setting. The space is quiet and shaded, and the morning light is not at all disturbing. Very good quality bedding... In short, I can only recommend it! See you soon!"

Joshua C

Catering

You are guaranteed to immerse yourself in a positive atmosphere inspired by the ocean, the appeal of nature, quality meals and relaxation. What better way to recharge your batteries?

In summer, the restaurant "Le Banc de Sable", located just 600 metres from our Teen Surf Camp, prepares meals for the young people at the surf camp. An exceptional culinary experience close to the ocean, adding a delicious touch to the adventure.

We take care of our teenagers so that they can enjoy their stay to the fullest! Vegetables, starchy foods, fruit - everything they need to stay in shape from morning to night!

Activities

- Trips to the new skate park at La Faute sur Mer, one of the biggest in Europe. Bring your surf and skateboard equipment if you have it!

- Outside lessons, young people will be supervised by a counsellor, on hand 24 hours a day. He or she will organise activities such as football, volleyball and board games. They will also be taught about ecology with the help of materials designed by the SURFRIDER FOUNDATION.

    • Table tennis, slackline, skateboard, surf skate and other games available

The teenagers are in full bloom and learning about life day by day. Through surfing, we try to give them an experience that will gradually lead them to surpass themselves. Through the ocean, we teach them to master their fear and to know where their limits are, while respecting their development, their abilities and their individual motivation. We guide them to gain self-confidence and teach them different techniques to help them progress.

In particular, we use video and photos for the intermediate and advanced levels who stay at the surfcamp. Body action, amplitude of movement, trajectories, flow (the surfer's rhythm in tune with the breaking of the wave)... Watching yourself in action is a real eye-opener and enables you to make real progress. As far as boards are concerned, the equipment will of course evolve as you progress.

France, Sables d'olonnes

Discover the legendary Bud Bud spot, in the commune of Longeville sur Mer. Situated between La Tranche sur Mer and Les Sables d'Olonne, this spot delivers great waves along an unspoilt sandy beach bordered by several kilometres of pine forest.

Access

Nantes Atlantique Airport

La Roche sur Yon station

  • Reception of trainees on Sunday from 5.00 p.m. at the camp, until the last direct train from Paris to La Roche sur Yon (arrival at 9.50 p.m.).
  • Departure on Saturday before 10.00 am (train from La Roche sur Yon to Paris Montparnasse leaves at 10.11 am).

Packages and Prices

  • Full board accommodation (trainees arrive at the camp on Sunday from 5pm and depart on Saturday before 10am). We cook with the young people using fresh and partly organic produce (no ready meals).
  • 1 surfing and skateboarding session

  • 3 hours of surfing per day (2 hours in the water) taught by a state-qualified instructor.

  • 1 concert in summer

  • 1 outing to Atlantic Wake Park and La Faute-sur-Mer

  • Outings to the skate park in La Tranche-sur-Mer

  • Photo/video analysis

Each surf session includes transport to the spot, equipment, a warm-up, learning the rules of safety and priority in the water, surfing practice, follow-up and personalised advice for each student. Photographer on site, photos available for purchase.

Extra :

  • ADOS shuttle bus from La Roche-sur-Yon station: €25 per journey per person
  • Airport transfer: €100 per vehicle (1, 2 or 3 people) per journey.

Accommodation rates

In July and August: accommodation in teepees with beds, 600 metres from the beach.

It is possible to book an extra night (and 2 days with activities) if you would like your teenager to spend 2 consecutive weeks at our surf camp!

«Very good surf school! The instructors are friendly and very competent. The lessons are good fun and thanks to their advice and exercises, you can quickly progress in the discipline! I'd definitely recommend it.» – Valentin H

Frequently asked questions!
1How do our Surf Camps work? Will there be 24-hour surveillance?
We organise summer camps for young surfers. The most important thing for us is to ensure that all participants feel safe and supported while having a memorable and fun experience.
2How can parents contact their children?
We want all the children to concentrate on their activities throughout the day, so we ask them not to carry their phones at all times, but parents will be able to contact their children! Parents can always contact the camp coordinator in an emergency!
3Is insurance included?
Our comprehensive accident insurance covers all participants in the event of an accident occurring during the activities. We therefore advise all participants to bring their European Health Card or health insurance card.
4What type of food is served? Where do they eat?
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the day are all included. Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, especially with a busy programme of surfing and activities. That's why our breakfast is balanced and rich in nutrients to keep your children energised throughout the day. We serve a variety of fruit, juices, breads, pastries, cereals and many other side dishes to suit all diets. Lunches are served in the beach bar and consist of a starter, main course, dessert, water and juice. Meals vary daily between meat and fish and we always have an extra option to suit everyone's tastes. Vegan options are always available. Dinners will be served in our accommodation with soup as a starter, a main course of meat or fish, dessert, water and juice. At the end of each week, we organise a barbecue evening for everyone with salads, rice and vegetables. for everyone with salads, rice and hamburgers. All our meals include a vegan option. Healthy and nutritious snacks are also available throughout the day. These usually include a sandwich, fruit, snack and juice.
5Do I need to be a good swimmer?
Our main aim at the summer camp is to create a fun and safe environment where everyone can learn to surf and improve their skills, enjoy all the daily activities, as well as develop personally and socially. Knowing how to swim will give participants a solid foundation to make significant progress in surfing. However, this is not imperative. We will make any necessary adjustments for those who are not completely comfortable in the water and we will never take someone to a depth of water they are not comfortable with. Our surf instructors are well equipped to ensure the safety of all students. Savoir nager donnera aux participants une base solide pour faire des progrès significatifs en surf. Cependant, ce n'est pas impératif. Nous ferons tous les ajustements nécessaires pour ceux qui ne sont pas complètement à l'aise dans l'eau et nous n'emmènerons jamais quelqu'un dans une profondeur d'eau avec laquelle il n'est pas à l'aise. Nos moniteurs de surf sont bien équipés pour assurer la sécurité de tous les étudiants.
6What should they bring to surf? Should they bring their own wetsuit?
We provide a wetsuit, the size and thickness of which is adapted to each student. Each student will be allocated a wetsuit for the duration of the week. The only things they need to bring are a beach towel, a swimming costume or shorts and effective sun protection.
7Are flights included?
Flights are not included.
8What clothes will they need?
All participants must bring: trousers, t-shirts, fleeces/jumpers, shorts, swimming shorts/swimsuits, a coat (for the evenings), pyjamas, underwear, t-shirts, a bath and beach towel, a hat, flip-flops, sun cream, toiletries and a bottle of water.
9Do you have any other advice or information?
It is not advisable to bring valuables. We recommend that you bring practical, comfortable clothing, sun cream and a hat to protect you from the sun at all times. All belongings must be identified with a badge. We provide 24-hour surveillance of all our participants to ensure that they are assisted in all situations. Nous assurons une surveillance 24 heures sur 24 de tous nos participants afin de leur fournir une assistance dans toutes les situations.