Hastea

Hastea is a surf school and surf shop based at the Côte des Basques in Biarritz. Its focus is practical instruction in surfing and stand-up paddleboarding, with sessions designed for different ages and experience levels. The school welcomes beginners learning the basics as well as participants looking to develop existing skills through guided practice.

The setting is central to the experience. The Côte des Basques provides a beach environment associated with learning to surf, and Hastea’s teaching takes place close to the ocean. The school’s approach combines water-based coaching with an emphasis on responsible surfing, including safe behaviour in the water and environmentally considerate habits on the beach.

Hastea offers several formats, including group lessons, private tuition, multi-day surf courses and children’s programmes. Group and seminar options are also available for organised outings. Stand-up paddle sessions and surf equipment rental extend the offer beyond standard lessons, making the school suitable for visitors seeking either structured coaching or time on the water with hired equipment.

The atmosphere is rooted in local surf culture rather than a formal sports-club setting. Hastea presents its instructors as local surfers with a strong connection to the ocean and nature, and its teaching style places importance on clear guidance, steady progression and adapting sessions to different abilities. The Basque name “Hastea” refers to beginning and learning, which reflects the school’s accessible orientation.

The school suits first-time surfers, children, families, experienced participants seeking further coaching, and groups arranging a shared activity. Lessons and courses provide a way to approach the Côte des Basques with instruction, while rental services offer a more independent option for those already comfortable with the equipment and conditions. A surf passport is provided at the end of a course, giving participants a record of their progression.

Hastea operates throughout the year and is positioned directly by the Côte des Basques beach. Its combination of lessons, courses, paddleboarding, rentals and group activities makes it a practical base for an active coastal visit, with responsible ocean use forming part of the school’s character.