RSJ Surf Academy — Performance & Elite Youth
Youth
International.
The next level of youth surf coaching — across Europe. For Performance and Elite members only. Small groups, world-class waves, and the full RSJ coaching framework in a new ocean.
The Format
What a Youth International
Camp Looks Like.
Every camp is built around the same core principles. The destination changes; the coaching standard does not.
2–3 Daily Surf Sessions
Morning, midday, and sunset surfs tailored to conditions, tide, and group energy. A coaching focus in every session — not just free-surfing.
Fitness & Awareness
Daily S&C sessions on the sand, mobility work, breath-hold training, and ocean awareness drills that build confident, well-rounded surfers.
Daily Video Analysis
Every surf session is filmed. We review together each evening — frame by frame — so each surfer understands exactly what to work on next.
Culture & Exploration
Surfing is the anchor, not the limit. Local food, language, geography, and off-water adventure are built into every camp.
New Surf Spots Daily
We move with conditions. Different beaches, different breaks, different challenges — no two days at the same line-up.
Max 8 Surfers
Small groups guarantee each surfer gets individual coach attention every session. Camps are capped at 8 — Performance and Elite only.
Performance & Elite Members Only
International camps are exclusive to Performance and Elite youth members. This ensures every surfer in the group is at the right level, knows the RSJ coaching framework, and is ready to make the most of every session abroad. Not a member yet? Upgrade first, then join the interest list.
2026 Destinations
Four countries.
Endless learning.
Portugal
Peniche & Ericeira
Europe's surf capital. Consistent Atlantic swells, world-class point breaks at Supertubos, and a thriving surf culture that makes every day an adventure. Peniche offers reliable waves year-round with setups for every level.
Spain
Basque Coast
Powerful beach breaks against a backdrop of green hills and pintxo bars. Mundaka's legendary left and Zarautz's long right point mean every session brings something different. A short hop from the UK.
France
Hossegor & La Gravière
The European surf mecca. Heavy beach breaks, consistent swell, and the famous La Gravière — where some of Europe's best barrels are found. Far from just surf, we immerse in the Landes surf lifestyle.
Morocco
Taghazout & Anchor Point
Desert point breaks stretching along the southern Atlantic coast. Anchor Point, Hash Point, and a dozen world-class right-handers in a 5km stretch. Warm water, reliable swell, and extraordinary local culture.
Typical Day
A Day at
International Camp.
Wake & Fuel
Light breakfast together as a group. Coach brief on the day ahead — conditions, goals, session plan.
Morning Surf Session
First surf of the day. Fresh conditions, full energy. Coach-led warm-up on the sand, then 90 minutes in the water.
Recovery & Review
Shower, stretch, and first video review of the morning session. Key frames pulled for evening analysis.
Fitness & Awareness
Sand-based S&C, mobility, breath-hold work, or ocean awareness drills — tailored to what the group needs most.
Lunch & Rest
Proper refuel. Down time — reading, sketching, or just resting legs for the afternoon.
Second Surf Session
Different beach, different conditions. Applying the morning's coaching focus to a new wave environment.
Explore
Local culture, food, or adventure. Market visit, language lesson, coastal walk — every day brings something new.
Evening Video Analysis
Full group review of both sessions. Frame-by-frame in Kaizen Lab. Each surfer leaves with 2–3 clear action points.
Dinner & Downtime
Group dinner. Stories, reflection, planning the next day. Early lights for the early start.
Evenings may include a third sunset surf session depending on conditions and group energy. Every camp is tailored to the surf and the surfers in it.
Limited to 8 Surfers per Camp
Express your
interest.
International camps are strictly capped at 8 surfers. Performance members get priority booking. Elite members get first access.
Register your interest now. Tell us which country and roughly when — we\'ll shape trip dates around confirmed demand and contact you when booking opens.
Before you register
Open to Performance & Elite Youth members only
Upgrade your membership first if you're not on a paid tier
Capped at 8 surfers per camp
Groups of 6–8 ensure every surfer gets individual coach attention in every session
Dates follow European swell windows
We pick the best 7-day windows for each destination — not fixed calendar weeks
On select trips, accommodation & meals included
The price you see is the price you pay. No add-ons, no surprises