A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Sport' Camp/A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Sport' Camp/ This 2-week surfing trip is designed for 15-17 year olds and allows you to start or progress in surfing with personalized advice from professionals.THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A UCPA “Surf Camp” stay, where the spaces are functional, comfortable, stylish and regularly renewed
- Supervised surfing sessions at the best time of the day to gain autonomy
- Surf groups composed by level and age group for faster progress and good group cohesion
- An immersion in the world of surfing even outside of class (top coaches, activities...) with real moments of freedom for young people
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A UCPA “Surf Camp” stay, where the spaces are functional, comfortable, stylish and regularly renewed
- Supervised surfing sessions at the best time of the day to gain autonomy
- Surf groups composed by level and age group for faster progress and good group cohesion
- An immersion in the world of surfing even outside of class (top coaches, activities...) with real moments of freedom for young people
Included
- All inclusive accommodation and catering
- The activities mentioned in the program
- The adapted framework
- Collective and sports equipment
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
On option
- Arrived the day before
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Reception on Sundays between 10 am and 12 pm.
Installation in the tents and discovery of the sports village. Presentation of the week's program and constitution of groups.
If you have subscribed to the “arrival the day before” option: welcome on Saturday between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
In case of later arrival, we ask customers to notify the contact mentioned in the registration confirmation.
During your stay
In the morning and in the afternoon, surfing sessions.
Meeting with the instructors. Learning or revising the basics and safety rules.
In the evening, lively vigil.
Days 3 and 10:
In the morning and in the afternoon, surfing sessions with individual advice from the instructor.
In the evening, a lively evening at sunset on the beach by the ocean: music, marshmallows grilled under the stars, games like “Koh Lanta” or debates, swimming...
Days 4 and 11:
Quiet day.
Chilling on the surf camp and on the beach. Great games. Possibility of swimming in the ocean.
In the evening, lively vigil.
Days 5 and 12:
In the morning and in the afternoon, surfing sessions with personalized advice from the instructors on the choice of boards and trajectories.
In the evening, lively vigil.
Days 6 and 13:
In the morning and in the afternoon, surfing sessions.
Review of the week with the surf instructor and delivery of the “Surfing Book” (booklet created by UCPA to monitor your progress and autonomy in surfing).
In the evening, lively vigil.
Days 7 and 8:
Quiet day. Chilling on the surf camp and on the beach.
Last day
Luggage preparation and camp storage.
End of the stay on Saturday between 10 am and 1 pm.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants. Sports sessions can take place either in the morning or in the afternoon.
SPOT
CARCANS NORTH BEACH
The spot recommended by local surfers
Located in the Médoc, in Gironde, the city of Carcans is a peaceful seaside resort, which benefits from both a beach on the ocean and the banks of one of the largest natural lakes in France. Carcans Nord beach has a lot of charm. It is located a few minutes' walk from the surf camp and is highly recommended by local surfers.
Hosting
Accommodation in Carcans-Plage Sports Village
The sleeping area:
4-seater cabin tents of 15 m2 and 2.5 m high, specially made for UCPA. Tents renewed regularly and completely closed, ensuring watertightness and living comfort.
The spot:
Space to relax after sports, including a chill zone, secure cabinets to store your phone and disconnect safely, table football and a ping pong table.
The UCPA surf school:
Space with surfboards and/or neoprene suits to equip yourself for surfing sessions, as well as a screen to provide the coach's tips.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Equipment Included
Equipment not included
- 1 large backpack (50 to 60 L)
- 1 small backpack
- 1 sleeping bag (essential)
- 1 flashlight, preferably dynamo (essential)
- 1 fitted sheet measuring 190 cm x 90 cm (essential)
- 1 pillowcase (essential)
- 1 insulated bottle
- 2 warm sweaters
- 1 K-way
- 1 tracksuit
- 1 canvas pants
- 3 shorts or shorts
- sweatshirts
- T-shirts
- sufficient body linen, preferably marked with the child's name
- 2 pairs of warm socks
- 1 pajamas or 1 nightgown
- 1 cap or 1 bucket hat
- 1 pair of sneakers
- 1 pair of flip flops
- 1 pair of UV-filtering sunglasses (with cord)
- 1 high protection sun cream
- 1 lip protection stick
- 2 towels (1 bath and 1 toilet)
- 1 complete toilet bag
- 2 swimsuits
- around 30 euros in pocket money
Equipment not included
- 1 large backpack (50 to 60 L)
- 1 small backpack
Recommended personal equipment:
- 1 sleeping bag (essential)
- 1 flashlight, preferably dynamo (essential)
- 1 fitted sheet measuring 190 cm x 90 cm (essential)
- 1 pillowcase (essential)
- 1 insulated bottle
- 2 warm sweaters
- 1 K-way
- 1 tracksuit
- 1 canvas pants
- 3 shorts or shorts
- sweatshirts
- T-shirts
- sufficient body linen, preferably marked with the child's name
- 2 pairs of warm socks
- 1 pajamas or 1 nightgown
- 1 cap or 1 bucket hat
- 1 pair of sneakers
- 1 pair of flip flops
- 1 pair of UV-filtering sunglasses (with cord)
- 1 high protection sun cream
- 1 lip protection stick
- 2 towels (1 bath and 1 toilet)
- 1 complete toilet bag
- 2 swimsuits
- around 30 euros in pocket money
formalities administratives
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed and in particular completed by the aquatic fluidity certificate (attached to the file) completed by an authorized person
- A photocopy of the pages of the health book justifying the completion of the mandatory vaccines
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
formalities administratives
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed and in particular completed by the aquatic fluidity certificate (attached to the file) completed by an authorized person
- A photocopy of the CMU law certificate detailing the beneficiaries (if you benefit from Universal Health Coverage)
- A photocopy of the pages of the health book justifying the completion of the mandatory vaccines
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
Address and access
UCPA Surf Camp - Ocean Campground:
1 Camping Street - 33121 Ocean Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 93 (off season)/07 62 65 45 52 (July/August)
Address and access
From Paris or Toulouse, take the ring road towards Mérignac then exit 8, direction Lacanau.
Pass Sainte-Hélène, take the direction of Carcans, then Maubuisson.
At the exit of Mauisson, take the direction Carcans-Plage (straight at the roundabout).
Take the first right when you arrive in Carcans-Plage, you will enter Camping de l'Océan, where the UCPA Surf Camp is located. Information at the reception.
You are coming by train:
Arrival at Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF station. Take the Compagnie des cars Ouest Aquitaine TRANSGIRONDE, line 710, get off at the CARCANS-OCÉAN stop. Information and prices on 0974 500 033 or on the site https://transports.nouvelle-aquitaine.fr/
We can organize the transfer between Bordeaux St Jean train station and the UCPA center. The option can be booked directly online at the same time as your stay by selecting “Bordeaux station shuttle”.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:00 at the station (expect a train from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 16:00 at the station (expect a train from 17:15)
You are coming by plane:
From Bordeaux Mérignac airport, a regular bus connection (around 9 euros) allows you to reach the Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF train station in 45 minutes.
UCPA Surf Camp - Ocean Campground:
1 Camping Street - 33121 Ocean Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 93 (off season)/07 62 65 45 52 (July/August)
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Technical level - All levels
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Level of expertise
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Restauration
- Cold buffet with raw vegetables, mixed salads...
- Hot buffet: fish, meat, vegetable and starch
Meals taken in a large tent, with professional equipment to warm up according to a hygiene and safety protocol.
Restauration
- Cold buffet with raw vegetables, mixed salads...
- Hot buffet: fish, meat, vegetable and starch
- Dessert buffet: dairy products, fruits, ice cream and suggestions from the chef (pastries...)
Meals taken in a large tent, with professional equipment to warm up according to a hygiene and safety protocol.
Management
1 team of surf instructors (qualified State Certificate of Surf Sports Educator, J.E.P.S professional diploma, surfing option or certification in the requirements prior to the educational simulation).
Management
1 team of surf instructors (qualified State Certificate of Surf Sports Educator, J.E.P.S professional diploma, surfing option or certification in the requirements prior to the educational simulation).
Minimum 1 supervisor for 8 young people.
Important information
We remind you that the use of narcotics is prohibited during all our stays, that smoking in UCPA living areas is prohibited, as well as consuming alcohol.
Important information
We remind you that the use of narcotics is prohibited during all our stays, that smoking in UCPA living areas is prohibited, as well as consuming alcohol. The UCPA reserves the right, after evaluating the situation, to immediately return any minor who has not respected these prohibitions. We draw your attention to the fact that all costs related to the return will be at your expense (in accordance with the general registration conditions on our site ucpa.com).
Weather
Weather
Partner
For this summer, 11 UCPA sports villages have been completely redesigned and refurbished to allow children and adolescents to live a total immersion experience in the world of skiing, as close as possible to the wave.
Partner
For this summer, 11 UCPA sports villages have been completely redesigned and refurbished to allow children and adolescents to live a total immersion experience in the world of skiing, as close as possible to the wave.
formalities
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf
The Nautical Pass is mandatory for the practice of aquatic activities. Please provide your child with the “Know How to Swim” school certificate or formerly called: Test prior to the practice of nautical activities in ACM. In the absence of this document, your child will not be able to participate in aquatic activities.
https://www.education.gouv.fr/bo/15/Hebdo30/MENE1514345A.htm
formalities
The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf
The Nautical Pass is mandatory for the practice of aquatic activities. Please provide your child with the “Know How to Swim” school certificate or formerly called: Test prior to the practice of nautical activities in ACM. In the absence of this document, your child will not be able to participate in aquatic activities.
https://www.education.gouv.fr/bo/15/Hebdo30/MENE1514345A.htm