FAQ
The answers to your questions:
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- Is it possible to surf all year round?
The conditions of practice and the level of the practitioner, in their totality, define the possibilities of practice. The equipment has changed enormously and we can surf all year round.
Max respect surf schools are open from April to November.
It is possible to contact us in winter subject to availability and possibilities. For surf or SUP sessions.
- At what age can you start surfing? " ...No matter the age, as long as there is the urge!... "
Surfing is practiced at any age, from the age of 6 and under (depending on the profile) to adults and senior adults are welcome too.
It is necessary to have a certain aquatic ease (put your head under water) for the youngest or the beginners. In fact, beginner-level courses take place in shallow water areas (water height at the waist) and your instructor is with you.
To pass to higher levels, it is necessary to know how to swim at least 25m.
- What are the class schedules? " ...In the right place at the right time... "
Surfing is a great outdoor activity and complitely depending on Nature. We are awaiting the latest weather forecasts as well as the regular observation of the beach by the instructors and their local knowledge.
Depending on the environmental conditions (weather, sandbank, baïne, tide, etc.) and depending on the level and age of the participants, we define the schedules and the location of the lessons to optimize your practice and your safety.
Therefore, the schedules are given the day before for the next day and adjusted daily during your internship. Doing a Surf course supposes a little availability, the lessons can take place between 7h and 20h last departure. Come 10 minutes before departure time, with swimwear to try out the wetsuit.
We have to accept the uncertainty and unpredictability of surfing and its practice. Our goal is to make you surf in the right place at the right time, with the right people.
