Safety and equipment

Safe in the water in Tamraght

How we choose the beach, run each session and pick your board and wetsuit.

Safety

How a session stays safe

Briefing before every session
On the sand, before anyone goes in: how the waves break on that beach, where the current runs, how to hold and leave your board, and how to fall safely.
The right beach for the day
We check swell, wind and tide every day and only take a group to a beach that suits its level that day. When the sea is too big for learning, we move to a more sheltered spot or change the time.
The coach stays with you
Beginners stay in the whitewash, usually where they can stand. The coach is in the water, keeps the group together and tells you when to come in.
Tell us about your health
Before the lesson, tell us about any injury, health condition or pregnancy, and whether you can swim. We adapt the session or advise you not to go in.

Equipment

Soft-top boards for learning
Long, wide foam boards: they float well, are stable when you stand up and do not hurt much when they hit you. As you progress we move you to shorter, harder boards.
A wetsuit that fits
The Atlantic here is cooler than many people expect. Tell us your height and weight when you book and we bring a wetsuit in your size.
Leash checked every time
The leash keeps the board close to you and away from other people. We check it before each session.

Before you come

Read our guide to surf etiquette and safety in the water, or ask us anything on WhatsApp.