Welcome to Big Mama Surf School
Your Surf School in Lacanau

Frequently asked questions from our surfing students

I am not a sportsman/sportswoman, can I enrol in the Big Mama Surf School?

Of course! Thanks to our adapted equipment and our playful teaching we will make you discover the ocean in complete safety. If you are not very athletic, your instructor will take as much time as you need, but one thing is sure: you will have the ride of your life.

Which session should I choose for discounted rates?

We have a wide range of surfing sessions to suit all budgets. Group courses in the off-season are less expensive compared to private sessions. You can also opt for 5 lessons spread over the week, which considerably reduces the price per hour. Don't wait any longer and join the Big Mama Family to have a Big smile on your face and have the ride of your life.

Does the price of the surfing sessions include equipment rental?

The rental of the surfboard and wetsuit are included in our prices. This equipment is renewed every year thanks to the sale of second-hand surfboards to our customers and vacationers. Our courses are therefore absolutely safe in terms of equipment. Don’t wait: ask us for information and book in one of the best surf schools in this area!

Is it better to choose a group course or a private lesson for an optimal learning experience?

It all depends on your wishes. Group lessons are always a fun thing to do and you will feel the team spirit. The instructor is always present as he takes into account the individuality of each student. Private lessons are more expensive, but you benefit from a coach dedicated just to you with highly personalized advice for optimal progress.

Can I be in the same group as someone close to me even if I don't have the same level?

Yes. We offer surfing courses with family or friends in which we welcome people of different levels. Our instructors are used to these heterogeneities and easily adapt to give you the most appropriate instructions for each of you: learning with a Big smile, with Big Mama Surf School.

I've never surfed before, I'm not very sporty. Can I learn to surf?

Of course! Surfing is an accessible activity, we welcome all levels: beginners, intermediate and advanced. If you have never surfed before, we will start with simple exercises on the board prior to your first ride.

On which beach of Lacanau do the surfing lessons take place?

You can easily access the school by car (parking in front of the school), bike or foot. The lessons take place on one of the most beautiful beaches of Lacanau Océan – and France. The beach is perfectly adapted for surfing lessons as it is far away from the other schools on the central beaches.

Is the Big Mama Surf School the best surf school in Lacanau?

We are working on it constantly, every day. We are already one of the best schools in the city, the Gironde region and France. But our main objective is to make you have a crazy ride and live an unforgettable experience. What are you waiting for? Book the best of Lacanau Océan's activities – with us!