In the beautiful bay of Tafedna, just one hour south of Essaouira, a week awaits you where you take the next step in your surfing journey. In a small group of a maximum of five people at your level, you’ll learn to move confidently in the water and make the transition from whitewater to your first green waves – without pressure, but with plenty of time and personal coaching.
We spend a lot of time in the water, working step by step on your wave selection, take-off, positioning on the board, and overall technique. This is complemented by surf skate sessions on the stunning rooftop terrace, where you internalise movement patterns on land and refine your surfing mechanics. Thanks to the small group size, you receive individual feedback and can progress at your own pace – creating a learning environment where confidence and fun in the water grow quickly.
Beyond the surf sessions, you develop a deeper understanding of the ocean: reading forecasts, understanding tides, interpreting conditions correctly, and learning how to navigate the lineup safely. This knowledge helps you make better independent decisions in and out of the water long after the retreat, and to shape your own surf sessions with confidence.
Apart from the surf, you can look forward to fresh, local Moroccan meals, breathtaking sunsets on the rooftop terrace, and good vibes all around.
By the end of the week, you will not only have caught your first green waves, but also gained more confidence in the water, developed a better understanding of the ocean – and created new friendships and experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Out of the whitewater and into the green waves
Beginners are levelling up
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Tafedna, Morocco
Sat, January 2nd – 9th, 2027
5
1 & 2 (Discover your surf level here )
Bed in twin room : 1650 €
Single room : 1900 €
Read all the details and FAQs below.
A typical day in Tafedna
At JOYRIDE, the waves are our priority —that's why we always adapt our program to the surf conditions.
Times may vary, but here's what a typical day might look like:
8:30 am Breakfast and wave check from the villa
9:30 am Departure to the surf spot
10 - 12 am Coached surf session
12:00 - 2 pm Time to relax and recharge your batteries
2 pm Lunch in the villa / at the beach
4 - 6 pm Coached surf session
7 pm Surf Skate Session on the rooftop
7:30 pm Dinner
Every activity is, of course, optional — nothing is compulsory!
We can't control nature—and that's part of the adventure! If the bay is flat, we head to other nearby spots. If wind or storms slow us down, we practice technique on the rooftop : improving posture, practicing turns, and sharpening our balance. And if everyone is surfed out, we'll do some stretching or yoga watching the breathtaking sunsets over the bay. Of course, we'll make up for any missed surf sessions on the following days.
And if you need a break, you can explore beautiful Essaouira and treat yourself to a hammam or a massage. Each part of the program is optional! And if conditions allow, we'll go surfing at sunrise or sunset.
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6-7 days of surf coaching including complete surf equipment & wetsuit
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7 nights in the beautiful Villa Aljana. Spacious double room with private bathroom, stunning sea views, and direct terrace access
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Hearty breakfast with coffee and tea à discrétion, light lunch with fresh fruit and dinner with local fish/meat and vegetables
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Transfer from the villa to the surf spots
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Access to a wide selection of surfboards so you can adjust your board to the wave setup every day
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Small group with a maximum of 6 women
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At least 2 video coaching sessions
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Surfskate training in the skatebowl to improve your posture and turns
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Hypnotherapy session to overcome your fears
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Theory units on wave and weather forecast apps, spot selection and surf etiquette
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Tea bar with fresh herbs
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Wi-Fi in the common area of the villa
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Filtered drinking water directly from the source - as much as you want
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Tourist tax included
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Tips for the staff in the villa are also included
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