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Surfschool located in Bidart on the basque coast

Experienced and attentive surf Teachers for all levels of practice

Our surf school in Bidart

Who are we?

HAPPY LIFE is a surf school highly specialized in surf teaching.

Surfing is a magic sport that is now affordable to a large variety of people


The crew is composed of highschool sports teacher that have swimming and surfing diploma.


We love teaching: that’s our job, our mission, our pleasure.
So do we for surfing and sports activities in general !


We have been into surfing since ages and that will never change!
From teaching basic lessons for newcomers to developing special skills for advanced surfers,


HAPPY LIFE has been in the water escorting many people these last 15 years on Bidart beaches.


Come and see us, we will help you to understand, use and develop the main rules and
behaviors to succeed in surfing in a safe environment thanks to our experience and
professional rigour.

How does unfold a session with
HAPPY LIFE ?

A 5 steps approach allow us to be complete and precise in the act of teaching surfing

  1. Synthesis of the day conditions:
    Tides, orientation of the wind, size of the waves and issues of the day most of the paramaters are discussed to help you to understand the logic of our sport
  2. Full Warm up:
    In order to prepare the body to the effort and avoid injuries, you will move in different direction, speed and range of motion.
  3. Definition of individuals goals:
    Learn how to stand up in an efficient way, to choose a direction in a clear wave, enhance
    your paddling… you will receive some personal advices that will make the session a time for improvement.
  4. The session itself:
    Time for action and sensations! Let’s go in the water under the surveillance and assistance of a full dedicated instructor.
  5. The after session
    After the surf you will be able to share your feelings with the group and exchange few tips that will help you for the next session. Enjoy a simple moment of camaraderie after plenty of action.

Courses and Formulas

Giulio debout sur vague bleue

Easy

From 1 to 2 lessons to discover the feeling of riding on a surfboard

  • Learn about the basic safety rules
  • How to paddle and catch a white wave laying down on the board
  • Standing up on the board
  • Following a white wave once you’re up on the board

45 €

The surf lesson /person

SHAKA GIRLS

Dude

From 3 to 5 lessons to assimilate the fundamentals o f surfing

  • Increase your knowledge of the ocean
  • Optimize your paddling
  • Obtain a control position on your board
  • Confront yourself with the clear wave

38 €

The surf lesson /person

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King

10 lessons to enhance your level

  • Identify the conditions of the day based on basic criteria (tide, coefficient, swell size and direction, wind orientation)
  • Learn how to select a ridable wave
  • Standing up on a clear wave
    ( take off)
  • Taking a direction in the white wave

35 €

The surf lesson /person

Special Formulas

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Individuals Lessons

The coach is entirely dedicated to you

  • Learn the basics of surfing faster
  • Catching more waves during the class
  • Work on a technical aspect
  • Challenge yoursel in bigger conditions without dying!

100, 140 et 160 €

The surf lesson /person
Three persons maximum during the lesson

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Surf Guiding

Benefit from the local knowledge of someone who knows so well the place

  • Discover how a particular spot works
  • Surf further from the crowd
  • Catch more waves
  • Work on a technical aspect

150 €

The surf lesson /person

All formulas except “Surf guiding” include the boards, wetsuit adapted to your possibilities and an insurance as a part of the activity of surfing.
For any infos feel free to contact us we will answer you ASAP !

Surfschool located in Bidart on the basque coast

Experienced and attentive surf Teachers for all levels of practice

Our surf school in Bidart

Who are we?

HAPPY LIFE is a surf school highly specialized in surf teaching.

Surfing is a magic sport that is now affordable to a large variety of people


The crew is composed of highschool sports teacher that have swimming and surfing diploma.


We love teaching: that’s our job, our mission, our pleasure.
So do we for surfing and sports activities in general !


We have been into surfing since ages and that will never change!
From teaching basic lessons for newcomers to developing special skills for advanced surfers,


HAPPY LIFE has been in the water escorting many people these last 15 years on Bidart beaches.


Come and see us, we will help you to understand, use and develop the main rules and
behaviors to succeed in surfing in a safe environment thanks to our experience and
professional rigour.

How does unfold a session with
HAPPY LIFE ?

A 5 steps approach allow us to be complete and precise in the act of teaching surfing

  1. Synthesis of the day conditions:
    Tides, orientation of the wind, size of the waves and issues of the day most of the paramaters are discussed to help you to understand the logic of our sport
  2. Full Warm up:
    In order to prepare the body to the effort and avoid injuries, you will move in different direction, speed and range of motion.
  3. Definition of individuals goals:
    Learn how to stand up in an efficient way, to choose a direction in a clear wave, enhance your paddling… you will receive some personal advices that will make the session a time for improvement.
  4. The session itself:
    Time for action and sensations! Let’s go in the water under the surveillance and assistance of a full dedicated instructor.
  5. The after session
    After the surf you will be able to share your feelings with the group and exchange few tips that will help you for the next session. Enjoy a simple moment of camaraderie after plenty of action.

Meeting point for the surf class :

Uhabia beach is located at the south of bidart right before the tiny village of Guethary that
host the great wave of Parlementia.
The gps cordinates are available. You can also clik on the map to visualize where the school is.
Make sure you come 20 minutes before your class is scheduled so you will have more time in the water.

Courses and Formulas

Giulio debout sur vague bleue

Easy

From 1 to 2 lessons to discover the feeling of riding on a surfboard

  • Learn about the basic safety rules
  • How to paddle and catch a white wave laying down on the board
  • Standing up on the board
  • Following a white wave once you’re up on the board

45 €

The surf lesson /person

Dude

From 3 to 5 lessons to assimilate the fundamentals o f surfing

  • Increase your knowledge of the ocean
  • Optimize your paddling
  • Obtain a control position on your board
  • Confront yourself with the clear wave

38 €

The surf lesson /person

PHOTO-2017-08-21-18-25-071-1

King

10 lessons to enhance your level

  • Identify the conditions of the day based on basic criteria (tide, coefficient, swell size and direction, wind orientation)
  • Learn how to select a ridable wave
  • Standing up on a clear wave
    ( take off)
  • Taking a direction in the white wave

35 €

The surf lesson /person

Special Formulas

thumbnail_IMG_0817

Individuals Lessons

The coach is entirely dedicated to you

  • Learn the basics of surfing faster
  • Catching more waves during the class
  • Work on a technical aspect
  • Challenge yoursel in bigger conditions without dying !

100, 140 et 160 €

The surf lesson /person

Three person maximum during the lesson

landes 1

Surf Guiding

Benefit from the local knowledge of someone who knows so well the place

  • Discover how a particular spot works
  • Surf further from the crowd
  • Catch more waves
  • Work on a technical aspect

150 €

The surf lesson /person


All formulas except “Surf guiding” include the boards, wetsuit adapted to your possibilities and an insurance as a part of the activity of surfing.
For any infos feel free to contact us we will answer you ASAP !