Biarritz French + Surf for Senior Teens in France

Course Description: Biarritz French + Surf for Senior Teens in France

Biarritz French + Surf Programme

Senior Teens (Ages 16–18) 🌊🇫🇷

This senior-teen programme in Biarritz combines focused French language learning with daily surfing on the Basque Coast, offering motivated students an active, real-world immersion experience. Designed for older teens who want independence and measurable progress, the programme pairs morning French classes with five surf sessions per week, all within walking distance of the Atlantic coastline.

Students build strong communication skills in French while enjoying one of Europe’s most iconic surf destinations.

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⭐ Key Facts

• Ages: 16–18 (Senior Teens)

• Location (School): 6 Av. Jaulerry, 64200 Biarritz

• French Classes: 20 lessons per week, Monday–Friday mornings

• Surf Sessions: 5 sessions per week, 1h30 each

• Class Size: Maximum 12 students (international groups)

• Teachers: Experienced, FLE-qualified (French as a Foreign Language)

• Certificate: End-of-session certificate stating hours attended and level reached

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📚 French Language Programme (20 Lessons per Week)

The French programme is designed to maximise spoken confidence, accuracy, and real-life communication.

Placement & Grouping

• Online placement test completed before arrival

• Oral interview on Day 1 to confirm level and learning goals

• Students placed in small groups matched to ability and objectives

Teaching Method

• Classes conducted entirely in French

• Conversation-focused approach with practical tasks

• Emphasis on speaking, listening, and everyday usage

• Targeted support to help students progress confidently

Assessment & Progress

• Weekly progress checks every Friday

• Individual feedback to ensure students are keeping pace

• Personalised study recommendations provided

Exams & Certification

• End-of-programme certificate detailing:

• Total hours attended

• Level reached (aligned with CEFR standards)

• Official French exams may be requested during the stay (subject to availability at partner centres)

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🏄 Surf Programme (5 Sessions per Week)

Surfing is the only included activity outside of French classes and is fully integrated into the weekly schedule.

Surf Details

• Frequency: 5 sessions per week

• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes per session

• Beaches: Côte des Basques (≈15-minute walk from the school) and Anglet

Logistics & Supervision

• Day 1: Instructor collects students from the school and escorts them to the beach

• Following days: Students travel independently to the surf spot

• If surf conditions require a different beach, transport is provided

Scheduling

• Session times adapt to daily tide conditions

• Surf schedules are coordinated around morning French classes

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🗓️ Typical Week (Guide)

• Monday–Friday (Mornings): French classes (20 lessons across the week)

• Monday–Friday (Afternoons): Surf sessions (1h30 each, timed to tides)

• Fridays:

• In-class progress evaluation

• Personal feedback and study guidance

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🎓 What Students Take Away

• Noticeable improvement in spoken French

• Increased confidence using French in real-life contexts

• Weekly academic evaluation and personalised feedback

• End-of-programme certificate stating hours attended and level achieved

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🏠 Accommodation (Not Included)

This programme does not include accommodation.

Students must:

• Arrange their own accommodation independently, or

• Request accommodation options separately, subject to availability:

• Home Studio (recommended for older teens seeking independence)

• Homestay (recommended for younger teens who prefer family support)

Accommodation requests are handled separately and are not part of the core programme fee.

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🍽️ Meals (Not Included)

Meals are not included in this programme.

Students are responsible for:

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Making use of local cafés, bakeries, and shops around Biarritz

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🎯 Activities Included

This programme is intentionally focused and only includes:

• French language lessons

• Surf sessions

No additional social, cultural, or excursion activities are included outside of these components.

🌍 Guided Discovery of Biarritz

Alongside French lessons and surf sessions, students have the opportunity to explore Biarritz and the surrounding Basque Coast through informal, guided discovery experiences.

These guided walks and local orientations help students:

• Get familiar with Biarritz’s neighbourhoods, beaches, and town centre

• Discover key local landmarks, viewpoints, and cultural spots

• Learn how to navigate the city confidently and safely

• Gain insight into Basque culture and coastal life

These experiences are designed to support independence and cultural awareness, helping students feel comfortable living and studying in Biarritz while practising French in real-life settings. 🌊🇫🇷

(Please note: these are local orientation and guided discovery walks rather than full-day excursions.)

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✈️ Airport Transfers (Not Included)

This programme does not offer airport transfer support.

Students and families are responsible for:

• Arranging their own arrival and departure travel

• Making their own transfers between the airport and Biarritz

• Coordinating arrival times independently

As this is a non-residential, senior-teen programme, participants are expected to travel confidently and manage their own logistics, either independently or with family support.

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Who This Programme Is Best For ✔️

• Confident, independent teens aged 16–18

• Students who want serious French progress paired with an active lifestyle

• Teens comfortable organising accommodation and meals independently

• Learners motivated by structure, assessment, and clear outcomes