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Surf season on the west coast in Aquitaine region near Montalivet, France

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    🌊 Surf School & Surf Camp – West Coast of France

    Hello!

    We are a surf school and surf camp located on the beautiful west coast of France, just a few steps from the ocean 🌊

    For the summer season (July & August), we are looking for motivated and positive people who love the beach, surfing, and teamwork to join our adventure!

    👉 Important – Please read carefully before applying

    Due to the high number of applications, we kindly ask you to apply IN FRENCH only if:

    • You speak fluent French (mandatory)
    • You also speak German (a strong advantage)
    • You are available for 2 full months (July & August)
    • You can arrive at the end of June

    👉 Applications

    Please contact us only through Workaway.
    We kindly ask you not to try to reach us via email, phone, or social media.

    👌 Your profile

    • Good level of French (required)
    • German is a big plus
    • Dynamic, sociable, cheerful and responsible
    • Motivated and proactive
    • Interested in the ocean and surfing
    • Skills in photography, video, or social media are a plus

    💼 Conditions

    • Seasonal contract – 20 hours/week
    • Paid at the minimum hourly rate

    🤝 What we offer

    • Accommodation 50m from the beach 🏖️
    • Meals included
    • Access to equipment (surfboards, skateboards, bikes…)
    • Opportunity to take surf lessons
    • Full immersion to improve your French
    • A unique experience between ocean, forest, and village life

    ⚠️ Important note

    Remember to answer us in French
    If you do not have a sufficient level of French, please do not apply 🙏
    We are looking for people who can communicate easily to fully integrate into the team and daily life.

    We are excited to meet you and share great surf sessions together ☀️🏄‍♂️

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    🌊 École de surf & Surf Camp – Côte Ouest de la France

    Bonjour !

    Nous sommes une école de surf et un surf camp situés sur la côte ouest de la France, à quelques pas de l’océan 🌊

    Pour la saison estivale (juillet & août), nous recherchons des personnes motivées et positives, aimant la plage, le surf et le travail en équipe, pour rejoindre notre aventure !

    👉 Important – Merci de lire attentivement avant de postuler

    En raison du grand nombre de candidatures, merci de postuler EN FRANCAIS uniquement si :

    • Vous parlez couramment français (obligatoire)
    • Vous parlez également allemand (gros plus)
    • Vous êtes disponible 2 mois complets (juillet & août)
    • Vous pouvez arriver fin juin

    👉 Candidatures

    Merci de nous contacter uniquement via Workaway.
    Nous vous demandons de ne pas chercher à nous contacter directement (email, téléphone, réseaux sociaux).

    👌 Profil recherché

    • Bon niveau de français (obligatoire)
    • Allemand apprécié
    • Dynamique, sociable, souriant(e) et responsable
    • Motivé(e) et autonome
    • Intérêt pour l’océan et le surf
    • Compétences en photo, vidéo ou réseaux sociaux appréciées

    💼 Conditions

    • Contrat saisonnier – 20h/semaine
    • Rémunération au taux horaire minimum

    🤝 Ce que nous proposons

    • Logement à 50m de la plage 🏖️
    • Repas inclus
    • Accès au matériel (planches de surf, skateboards, vélos…)
    • Possibilité de prendre des cours de surf
    • Immersion totale pour améliorer votre français
    • Une expérience unique entre océan, forêt et vie de village

    ⚠️ Note importante

    Rappelle toi de nous répondre ne français
    Si votre niveau de français est insuffisant, merci de ne pas postuler 🙏
    Nous recherchons des personnes capables de communiquer facilement afin de s’intégrer pleinement à l’équipe et à la vie quotidienne.

    Nous avons hâte de vous rencontrer et de partager de super sessions de surf ensemble ☀️🏄‍♂️

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Beach
    Adventure sports
    Nature
    Water sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    On a daily basis, you will be in contact with our team, which will allow you to:

    Practice and improve your French in real-life situations
    Discover the local culture, the pace of life, and the atmosphere of a seaside resort
    Share friendly moments with a passionate team

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    Au quotidien, vous serez en contact avec notre équipe, ce qui vous permettra de :

    Pratiquer et améliorer votre français en situation réelle
    Découvrir la culture locale, le rythme de vie et l’ambiance d’une station balnéaire
    Partager des moments conviviaux avec une équipe passionnée

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    Your help will primarily involve participating in the daily life of the school:

    Assisting with the organization of the days
    Preparing and storing equipment (boards, wetsuits, etc.)
    Contributing to maintaining the cleanliness of the premises
    General logistical support as needed

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    Votre aide consiste principalement à participer à la vie de l’école :

    Aide à l’organisation des journées
    Préparation et rangement du matériel (planches, combinaisons…)
    Participation à la bonne tenue du lieu
    Aide logistique générale selon les besoins

  • Languages spoken

    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Accommodation on a private, fenced, and landscaped property.

    You will be staying in an individual cabin.

    Covered terrace
    Electricity
    WiFi
    Bicycles available
    Just 50 meters from the beach 🌊
    Quiet, pleasant, and friendly environment

    👉 Simple yet comfortable accommodation, ideal for fully enjoying the surfing experience and the surrounding area.

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    Logement sur un terrain privatif, clôturé et aménagé.
    Vous serez hébergé dans une cabane individuelle.

    Terrasse couverte
    Électricité
    WiFi
    Vélos à disposition
    À seulement 50 m de la plage 🌊
    Environnement calme, agréable et convivial

    👉 Un hébergement simple mais confortable, idéal pour profiter pleinement de l’expérience surf et du cadre de vie.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In exchange for your help (approximately 5 hours per day in July and August):

    🍽️ Room and board
    🏄‍♂️ Access to surf lessons
    🏄‍♀️ Equipment rental (surfboard, skateboard, bike, etc.)
    🌊 Experience at the heart of a surf school just steps from the ocean

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    En échange de votre aide (environ 5h par jour en juillet et août) :

    🍽️ Nourri et logé
    🏄‍♂️ Accès aux cours de surf
    🏄‍♀️ Prêt du matériel (surf, skate, vélo…)
    🌊 Expérience au cœur d’une école de surf à deux pas de l’océan

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    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

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    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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