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Surf Coaching

Surf Coaching is our most comprehensive surf program.

It provides everything you get on our Surf Guiding package with the addition of a progressive surf coaching curriculum matched to your ability and high quality surf equipment; for beginners, learn the basics of surfing alongside ocean and tide theory; for intermediate surfers practice your advance manoeuvres or perfect your style.

Your Stay

What’s included

  • Surf Maroc team on hand 24/7
  • Return Agadir airport transfers (minimum 7 night stay, otherwise charged £30/pp)
  • Oceanfront accommodation overlooking the surf
  • Breakfast, packed lunch and evening meals
  • Daily group transport to the best surf spots
  • Professional knowledgeable guides getting you to the best waves for your ability
  • Surf Coaching sessions each day with qualified instructor (x6 sessions included on a 7 night stay)
  • High-quality surfboards, wetsuits, and leash

Please note: There is a minimum 4-night stay on this package. If you’d like to stay for fewer nights, please contact us directly.
During the Peak Holiday Period (21 December 2019 -4 January 2020) we can only offer Surf Packages for a minimum of 7 nights.

Early-bird Discount: If you book 4 months or more in advance, you will get 5% off your entire stay!

A TYPICAL DAY

07.00 – Sunrise yoga (optional extra)
08.00 – Hearty and healthy breakfast
09.00 – Road trip to the best waves
09.30 – Surf lesson
12.30 – Picnic at the beach
13.30 – Free surfing to practice
17.30 – Sunset yoga (optional extra)
19.30 – Nibbles and dinner

The details

  • Coaching
  • Levels
  • Eat
  • yoga
Coaching

This package includes everything you’d get on our Surf Guiding package with the addition of daily surf lessons and equipment hire. Surf lessons are for two hours per day and include video analysis for intermediate and level 5 surfers. The aim of this program is to take your surfing to the next level as quickly as possible with hands on instruction.

To ensure you get to surf waves suited to your ability we implement a surf levels system. This helps us pair you with a surf group seeking the same type of waves and coaching experience. We’re able to cater from pro surfers to complete beginners. Our team of professional surf coaches and system of levels sets us apart from other surf camps in Morocco. Please see our levels tab to see what you level you are and how we can improve your surfing.

 

 
Levels

    In and around Taghazout we have a multi aspect coastline, which provides a range of different surf spots that work for any given tide or swell – we have waves for all surfing abilities.

    To ensure you get to surf waves suited to your ability we implement a surf levels system. This helps us pair you with a surf group seeking the same type of waves. We’re able to cater from pro surfers to complete beginners. Our team of professional surf coaches and system of levels sets us apart from other surf camps in Morocco.

    LEVEL 1

    Our level one coaching program is about teaching you the basics. We’ll start on the beach and then move to waist deep water working on board handling and safety, reading ocean conditions, paddling, and catching broken waves in the prone position. You’ll be up and riding in no time!

    LEVEL 2

    Level two surfers have surfed before, know the basics and are practising getting up in the white water. The focus is to increase your confidence in the waves in order to progress you to an efficient stance and increase your wave count. Key points will be paddling into waves and catching waves un-assisted, accelerating your board and the all-important pop up.

    LEVEL 3

    At level three you are outback, catching green waves, standing up and turning.

    At this level we focus on solidifying your level one and two learnings with a view to progressing you beyond the white water.  You’ll learn about the paddle out and the required techniques to make it easier, board control, quicker take offs, weight distribution. We’ll also introduce you to wave selection theory and catching and riding green waves.

     

    LEVEL 4

    You are outback at beach breaks only and catching green waves up to head high. These sessions are ideal for those who can surf but haven’t surfed for a while and need a few pointers to get up to speed so you can make the most of your stay. Level four coaching is a great way to lose bad habits, extend the length of ride and get your wave count up!

    LEVEL 5

    You are comfortable in small to medium sized reef, point and beach breaks. Let our coaches take you out and show you around the line up, where to sit, which waves to go for and how to look out for those close out sets. Here we concentrate on duck diving, bottom turns, off the top’s, and cut backs. These sessions are really aimed at pushing your surfing forward.

 
Eat

At all of our locations, we serve a mix of Moroccan inspired dishes alongside international classics and everything is freshly prepared by our chef using locally sourced seasonal ingredients. For breakfast and dinner guests feast together at sharing tables located on the terrace overlooking the surf. For lunch we provide you with a pack lunch for the beach.

 
yoga

We have experienced in-house yoga teachers, who offer inspiring, uplifting, and fun yoga classes for all abilities. Yoga goes hand in hand with surfing in our opinion and it’s an important part of the Surf Maroc ethos; we take it seriously and operate one of the best yoga retreat centres in Morocco. Our fantastic teachers expertly blend Core Power Yoga, creative Vinyasa Flow, Anusara, Hatha, Restorative and Yin Yoga. We run 2 open yoga classes every day at Amouage from 7–8 am, 6-7pm as well as three workshops a week 4.30-5.30pm (days may vary).

  • Unlimited Yoga AM & PM – Plus 3 workshops per week £15 per day
  • Pre-booked – 90MAD / 7£ per class
  • Walk in price – 120MAD / £10 per class
  • Private classes may be arranged on request from 500MAD/£40 per hour.

Find out more about Yoga at Surf Maroc here.

 

 
  • Good atmosphere, really good teachers and relaxed but professional overall feeling. Just amazing.
    Asko Määttä – Facebook
  • If you're thinking of booking: just do it already. I loved every minute of my stay. Good surf, good food and good people.
    Iain Peters – Facebook
  • Perfect surf trip friendly buzz good times no hassles!
    Graeme Gilchrist – Facebook
  • our triumphs have little to do with us and a lot to do with our surfing instructor… He’s there by our sides
    Carole Cadwalladr
  • Within half-an-hour, he corrects a year of bad habits: my arms once flailed behind me, now they go in front. My left foot should move closer to the centre when popping up
    Karin Badt
  • Having witnessed surf lessons in the UK before, there is really no comparison - the Surf Maroc instructors teach you properly and teach you well.
    Gemma Sails UK – Trip Advisor
  • You couldn't ask for anything more from the surf instructors - really good way of teaching how to surf but also made it a lot of fun
    ckim32 London, UK – Trip Advisor
  • our surf instructor is excellent
    Sarah Marsh

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Our Surf Coaching package is available at the following Surf Maroc locations

  • Amouage

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  • Taghazout Villa

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  1. Amouage
  2. Taghazout Villa

FAQ

  • General
    • General Update about COVID-19

      With all the uncertainty in worldwide travel right now, we want you to know we care. It’s most important that we all look after ourselves, loved ones and each other and follow any recommended procedures to do so.

      In light of this, any holidays starting from 14/03/20 at any Surf Maroc location can be postponed indefinitely with no administration charge.

      Should you wish to come and stay with us, our team will be here to welcome you with as long as it remains possible.
      Please contact us enquiries@surfmaroc.com to discuss your options. We will do our best to get back to you as soon as we can.

    • Where is Surf Maroc?

      Surf Maroc is located in the Agadir region of southern Morocco. Taghazout is a unique gem on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Conveniently located 40 min from Agadir international airport it’s a short hop ( 2-4 hrs) from most central European cities. It’s the closest place for any European surfer to get year round warm water, perfect waves and a unique cultural experience.

    • How do I get there?

      Morocco is served by direct flights from the UK and other major European airports, with flight times to Agadir between 2-4 hours. Guests travelling from the US can connect either in Casablanca or at a European airport as there are no direct flights to Agadir. From Agadir airport, it’s a 45-minute drive south-east along the coast road. Road transfers from Marrakech can be easily arranged and the new motorway has dramatically cut the journey times down to 2 -3 hours and cost approx £80 for 4 people. Surf Maroc do not provide these transfers but can book one for you. Payments for the transfer are made directly to your driver.

       

      Skyscanner  – great site to see who fly where internationally. Flights leave the UK from London Stansted (STN) London Luton ( LTN) London (LGW), Manchester (MAN), Bristol (BRS). France is well connected with Paris, Toulouse Bordeaux, Marseille and Lyon all having direct flights to Agadir. Condor and Air Berlin serve central Europe.

    • Do I need a visa?

      EU passport holders do not require a visa to enter Morocco for tourist purposes. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. If you hold a passport from outside the European Union we strongly recommend that you check with your nearest Moroccan Embassy.

    • Can I bring my children?

      We operate adult-only (age 15+) locations at Amouage, Taghazout Villa and Villa Mandala. However, families with children are welcome to stay at our Taghazout Apartments and Auberge.

    • Can I hire one of Surf Maroc's locations exclusively?

      Absolutely! Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, group trip or if you would like to run your own weeks here with us. We can tailor-make a package for you. We facilitate holidays for companies such as Big Friday, WaveHunters USA, Animal Surf Academy, AppleYoga, Yoga Haven, The Saunton Hotdoggers, Access Trips, Liquid Yoga Surf, Rob Barbers Body Board School, Surf Southwest. We provide all the accommodation, surfing, logistical, catering and concierge services allowing them to hang out and enjoy the sun, surf and culture with their guests.

       

    • Can I spend Christmas and New Year at Surf Maroc?

      Absolutely! Spend Christmas or New Year on the beach in the sun and surf some great waves. Each year we throw a Christmas party and a New Year’s party at one of the venues with all our guests invited. Please note that over this time our locations are adult only.

    • How about cash? What is the currency? Where can I get it?

      The Moroccan currency is the Dirham. Exchange rates at last time of checking were around 13.5 Dh to the £1, 11 Dh to the € and 7.6 Dh to the $. Dirhams can only be obtained within Morocco. There are exchange facilities and ATMs in the airport. There are also plenty of ATMs in Agadir. There are no ATM’s in Taghazout, the nearest is Aourir, a five-minute drive from Taghazout. This machine and many other ATMs in Morocco do not accept Maestro and can be unreliable, if you have a VISA card we recommend you bring it.
      *Please note: traveller’s cheques are not a good idea for Morocco. They cannot be exchanged at the airport or in Taghazout and there are only a few places in Agadir that will change them.

    • Can I use my phone? Is there internet?

      Nearly all networks work in Morocco. Contact your network for call charges. Coverage is good. There is an abundance of public phones (coin and cards) in Taghazout. International call charges are relatively cheap. There is free wifi available at all our locations. There are also broadband internet cafes in Taghazout.

    • Is the standard of the services the same at each location?

      At all of our locations, the services are run at the same high standard with the same friendly hospitable staff, new vehicles and state of the art surfing equipment.

       

    • What is the surf and the weather like? When is the best time to visit?

      Morocco is an all year round destination for great surf and great weather.  Surf Maroc is open all year. The summer months (April – October) see small to medium swells with surf mostly on the beaches and reefs on the more exposed north-west coast. This is a great time for anyone looking for fun, uncrowded warm water surf. There are some bigger days during this time for those looking for something more challenging.

      During the winter months the waves, that have made Morocco famous, come to life. There is a huge variety of surf in this area of Morocco. There are not many places like it in the world. The region has something for everyone, from ideal beginner waves to challenging reef ledges. Intermediates and those new to the sport should not be put off or worried. Due to the nature of the coastline, there is almost always somewhere sheltered and manageable, and those looking for something challenging won’t be disappointed. Morocco is blessed with well over 300 days of sunshine a year. Between the months November to February, there is a small chance of rain, although statistically, it is unlikely.

    • What boards should I bring, do you rent equipment?

      With such a large range and choice of waves, you may want to bring a whole quiver of boards. To generalise, the majority of waves are right-hand point breaks from soft, slow, rolling spots to heavy, fast barrelling spots. Bring equipment to suit your ability and what you want to surf. If you don’t want to go big, your everyday board will suffice, there’s nearly always somewhere sheltered. If you do want to charge the big stuff, bring something suitable for mid-winter waves can get up to 15ft.

      Hire Boards

      Surf Maroc have teamed up with board and fin innovators SurfTech and FCS to give Surf Maroc guests exclusive access to the Tuflite Travel program and FCS test drive. We have stocked our beach front base in Taghazout with over 40 of SurfTech’s latest models from their extensive range. As well as that, FCS have supplied their cutting edge fins system, it’s a perfect opportunity to experiment with new shapes and fins or use the identical boards you have at home without the hassle and burden of transporting them.

      We also have a fully kitted out surf school with every shape and size of boards to get you standing up and surfing.

      Click here to find the full listing of Tuflite range Click here to find out more about SurfTech Click here to find out more about FCS.

    • What amenities are there in Taghazout?

      There is an abundance of restaurants and cafes in Taghazout, including our own Auberge restaurant on the sea front and Cafe Mouja overlooking Anchor Point. The are plenty of grocery shops selling fruit, vegetable and other essentials. There is a well-stocked pharmacy and four surf shops. There are also lots of internet cafes with ADSL connection.  Alcohol can be consumed at our fully licensed bar, Amouage Bar & Kitchen.

    • Are there surf shops in Taghazout, what can I buy there?

      There are surf shops in Taghazout. They now stock a fair bit of hardware: leashes, wax, deckgrips etc. The surfboard and clothing selection is also growing. Most of the shops offer board repairs, they are often great value and of good quality.

       

    • What about clothing, what will I need?

      Morocco is a liberal Muslim country, and men and women are welcome to wear shorts and T-shirts.  Swimming costumes and bikinis are normal on the beach but it is advisable to cover up your arms and legs a bit when walking around town. Shorts, tees and flip flops are the norm. Trousers and jumpers are sometimes needed particularly in mid-winter when the evenings can be chilly so warm clothes are a good idea during that period.

       

    • What food can I expect?

      Our food is fantastic! The food served in all our venues is amazing.  Our chefs will prepare a mixture of Moroccan and international dishes each week. For stays at Amouage, Taghazout Villa and Villa Mandala breakfast is included in every service option. All packages, apart from B&B, include a packed lunch. Please see the table above for what is included in each service option.  Stays in apartments are self-catering.

    • Do you supply towels?

      Yes! Both beach foutas and bath towels are provided.

    • What about alcoholic drinks?

      Alcoholic drinks can be legally served and sold throughout the country. Morocco even produces its own range of wines and beers. We now have a fully licensed bar at Amouage.

       

    • Do you cater for special diets?

      We understand that some people have special requirements. Let us know in advance, and we’ll do our best to make sure we have exactly what you need.  All guests should be aware that not all ‘specialized food alternatives’ are available.

    • Do I have to rent a whole room?

      No, but you can if you want. Prices shown on our site are “pp” – per person sharing a twin room (same gender) or a double with your partner. This means if you’re on your own you share the cost of the room and make a new friend. You can of course book the room to yourself as a private for an additional single room supplement if you prefer, please enquire.

    • What about the evenings?

      It’s really up to you. You can dine on one of the terraces overlooking the surf and enjoy a drink under the stars, get comfy in the salon and watch a film, go and have a mint tea in the village and check out the scene in this bustling little fishing village or we can arrange taxis for those who fancy checking out Agadir’s nightlife!

    • What voltage and plugs do you use?

      Morocco is on 220 volts with two-pin round plugs.

    • Arrival and departure details

      You can arrive at any time. It is not always possible to have your room ready before 2 pm. If you do want to arrive early and your room isn’t immediately available, start enjoying yourself anyway – we’ll take care of your bags and get you started on whatever service you have chosen. Check out is officially 12 pm, but if you would like a later checkout, let us know and we’ll do our best. Please be aware that if you supply the wrong arrival or departure details and we send a transfer this will count as your transfer.

      Please note that free transfers are only available from Agadir airport (if staying with us for 7 or more days on a package). If you would like to be collected from a different location, including Agadir bus station and hotels, please make sure you book this through the Customer Portal.

    • What is it like to drive in Morocco?

      (Apartment stays) We provide airport transfers to and from the airport. From then on you have a hire car at your disposal for the rest of your stay. Please ensure you have the original of a valid EU driving license which must have been held for at least one year. The law insists that you always carry your driving license and car hire documents with you when driving in Morocco. Seat belts must be worn at all times and you must not use your mobile phone whilst driving (a finable offence). Police and Gendarmerie checkpoints are based every few kilometres along the routes. Minor infringements will result in your having to make an on-the-spot payment. In Morocco, as in Europe driving is on the right. The main roads around Taghazout are good. In addition, when driving in Morocco, we advise you to drive slowly and carefully as the roads are generally narrower and may sometimes have bumps and potholes, especially after periods of rain. We do ask that you take particular care when driving, bearing in mind the conditions of your hire car rental agreement. Please bring roof-straps if you have them.

    • Medical information

      No vaccinations are required for visitors to Morocco and anti-malarial precautions are not necessary. We have first aid equipment along with staff trained in administering first aid. In the case of an emergency, there are hospitals and clinics in Agadir. Medical charges will apply according to the treatment received so make sure you have travel insurance before you arrive. There is a well-stocked pharmacy in Taghazout which is open every day.

      Morocco is a developing country which offers different foods, water, bacteria and climate that you may not be used to. By taking some sensible precautions, you can help reduce the risk of getting an upset stomach which often occurs when travelling to rural areas in developing country. Some guests have found that taking probiotics before travelling has helped to prevent gastro related illness. You can also get in touch with your local travel clinic for advice on pre-travel preventative treatment such as gastro illness vaccines like Dukoral which we have heard is effective. However, please do not start taking any new supplements before seeking medical advice.

      We also highly recommend that you bring your reusable water bottle to use our safe, filtered water provided at all of our locations. If you are pregnant, have any conditions or illness, or generally concerned, we recommend you get in touch with your GP or travel clinic for advice before you travel. Please note our advice is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

    • Can I drink the water

      We recommend you do not drink tap water at all in Morocco, even in hotels, as it contains much higher levels of minerals than the water in Europe. For local people, this is not a problem as their bodies are used to this and can cope, but for travellers from places such as Europe, drinking the tap water will usually result in illness.

      We do sell glass-bottled water for 30 dirhams at our locations to help eliminate plastics bottles. For just 10 dirhams (less than £1/€1)  per day, you do have unlimited use of our water fountains to refill your water bottle. This water surcharge will be added to your bill at the end of your stay.

    • Agadir airport transfer are free?

      Yes! We provide free Agadir group transfer for surf package stays over 7 nights. We collect groups of up to 8 in each vehicle. On occasions, it may be necessary to wait for flights landing at similar times ( up to 30 mins ).

       

      Please note that free transfers are only available from Agadir airport (if staying with us for 7 or more days on a package). If you would like to be collected from a different location, including Agadir bus station and hotels, please make sure you book this through the Customer Portal.

      We have partnered with Souk to Surf for an affordable and efficient transfer option from Marrakech and Essaouira straight to our doors. You can get daily transfers straight from Marrakech airport and other popular spots (20 EUR) and Essaouria town (15 EUR).  Get 20% off with promo code SURFMAROC. 

       

    • Solo Travelers - do you get any?

      We get a lot of people who visit Surf Maroc on their own and have a brilliant time – bookings for solo travelers and groups is roughly a 50-50 split. The set up at all our locations and within our surf services allows for such a truly social atmosphere that you’ll be making new friends in no time.

    • Can I join the surf groups if I am staying as B&B?

      If you haven’t pre-booked one of our surf packages, and are staying in B&B, but you’d like to go surfing please let your host know by 1 pm the day before. We will do our best to accommodate you.

      Please note that during high season, we can’t guarantee there will be space in any of our vans.

  • Surf Coaching
    • How long are lessons?

      Coaching sessions are 2 hours long.

    • When can I take my lessons?

      Lessons are given in groups ( unless individual lessons have been pre-booked ) and the start time is at the discretion of the coach. He or she will base this decision on conditions daily but it is normally from 9:30 am.

       

    • How many people will be in my group?

      We are very sensitive about the number of people we take to a spot. there is a maximum of eight people in a vehicle. on very rare occasion we have to combine groups due to the split levels. We are legally allowed to teach at a ratio of 12 students to 1 coach but our operational average ( 95% of the time ) is 6 to 1.

    • What kind of board will I use (beginners)?

      Those new to surfing will use soft top boards, essentially these surfboards are designed with safety in mind. They function in much the same way as a normal surfboard and are what everyone on the team chooses when the waves are small (small is good when you’re starting out!)

    • Can I do my lesson this afternoon?

      If in a group session, the start time will depend on the conditions on the day – this sometimes can’t be gauged until the coach reaches the beach. If you decide not to leave with the group in the morning we cannot guarantee you can be picked up later or that you will be able to have your lesson.

       

    • Coaching pack - is the board and wetsuit included only for the days I have lessons?

      If you are on the surf coaching package your board and wetsuit are included for all of your stay.

       

    • Are individual coaching sessions available?

      Yes, there are they are 450 Dhs / £34 pp for 2 hours and need to be pre-booked.

 

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