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OPENINGS and BOOKING 2026
CONTIS : 3th of April to 15th of November 2026
ST GIRONS : April to October 2026
Book your sessions now to guarantee your spot and fully enjoy our activities.
Peak Periods
For August 2026 and during school holidays (Spring, May weekend, Ascension Day, All Saints' Day and public holidays, and Summer), we strongly recommend booking in advance to ensure you can participate in your favorite activities.
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APRIL TO NOVEMBER 2026
OFF-SEASON RATES
SPRING: IT'S NOT SUMMER, DIFFERENT CONDITIONS FOR SURFING. UNSUPERVISED BEACH
ATTENTION LOW SEASON: Lifeguard supervision on the beaches is limited, but you can surf safely with our guidance. Max Respect is here for you, and it's a real opportunity to enjoy and play in the waves safely. MAX RESPECT is an officially licensed surf school on the beaches of Contis and Saint-Girons. The "French Surf School" and "French SUP School" labels are certifications.
Take advantage of off-season rates!
Before and after the season, come and enjoy the unique atmosphere.
Tips: Benefit from the instructors' experience to practice safely and progress faster.
Equipment rentals will be available depending on the conditions and subject to conditions.
SALE: Equipment, boards, accessories, sunscreen, ear protection, Max Respect surfwear
Schedules will be posted daily.
Appointments and reservations are made by request, directly by phone (recommended) or by text message (SMS/WhatsApp) or via the WEBSITE for your chosen spot.
STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING is only available in Contis by reservation. 1.5-hour session: €35 - 1-hour rental: €20
CHOOSE YOUR SPOT and BOOK NOW:
CONTIS
SAINT-GIRONS
TO BE QUIET AND HAVE A GREAT VACATION, BE SURE TO BOOK YOUR INTERNSHIPS NOW
THE RIGHT CHOICE: A SCHOOL CERTIFIED by the French Surf Federation (F.F.S) "FRENCH SURF SCHOOL and S.U.P".
MAX RESPECT has the F.F.S label since 1998. IT IS THE CERTIFICATION THAT THE SCHOOL HAS MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY TO EXERCISE ON THE MAIN AND MONITORED BEACHES (Only the 2 certified schools have this authorization, easy access, security, insurance and official recognition)* and practice on the main beaches of Contis and Saint-Girons (various pedagogical choices of adpatés spots) First Aid and State Instructors
CONTIS: Max Respect Contis is the first official school of CONTIS (1996).
SAINT-GIRONS: Max Respect Saint-Girons is the first official school in Saint-Girons (1997)
Max Respect surf schools have national recognition by the national brand:QUALITE TOURISME TM
Look at the experience, the date of creation, the opening period. This shows the knowledge of the places of practice and its dangers.
APPROVED QUALITY OF TRAINING, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT, OVER 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
KIDS the special group of children with suitable material, priority on the conditions and close to the place. (only with schools label FFS French surf school)
Homogeneous group according to age, level and, if possible, affinities according to level.
MAX RESPECT welcomes you with over 27 years of experience for 2023.
