Winter sun terrace at MatnWave BJJ Morocco surf camp, Taghazout

December – February

Winter Escape

European winter off; Moroccan sun on. Right-hand points and disciplined BJJ blocks.

From

€479 / person

Capacity

12 practitioners max

Base

Taghazout, Morocco

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Overview

Winter Escape trades gray cities for dependable Moroccan sun. Expect right-hand point mechanics, bigger boards in the queue, and BJJ weeks that respect how winter swell stacks.

  • Ideal for Europeans chasing light and training consistency.
  • Point etiquette and lineup patience are coached daily.
  • Evening rolls emphasize fluidity to protect cold morning muscles.

Atlantic rhythm

Schedules — typical training day

MatnWave BJJ surf camp coaching team and cohort on the Atlantic coast, Morocco

Cohort-scale coaching, not festival crowds.

We share a clear day-by-day programme before each camp. Breakfast is 08:00–09:30, surf 10:00–12:00, lunch and free time 12:00–17:00, and BJJ 17:00–19:00. Surf times may change with conditions; we communicate any adjustments.

  1. 08:00–09:30

    Breakfast

    Start the day with breakfast before heading to the beach.

  2. 10:00–12:00

    Coached surf

    Surf coaching at a spot selected for the conditions and the group’s level.

  3. 12:00–17:00

    Lunch & free time

    Eat, rest, explore or recover before training. Lunch costs €5 per meal, plus €1.50 for dessert.

  4. 17:00–19:00

    BJJ session

    Gi or no-gi technique, positional work and controlled rounds. We record the BJJ lesson and share it with participants each day.

Dual discipline

Program — surf × Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique and training at MatnWave BJJ surf camp, Morocco
Afternoon jiu-jitsu block
Guided surf session during MatnWave BJJ Morocco camp week
Morning surf coaching
BJJ sparring and mat work at MatnWave week-long surf and jiu-jitsu camp, Taghazout area, Morocco

BJJ

Connective tissue care is explicit: neck and hip maintenance matter after long point rides.

Surf

Long boards and step-ups welcome; quiver talk happens day one.

Evenings

Dinner, relaxed social time and recovery after BJJ finishes at 19:00. We record the BJJ lesson and share the recording with participants each day so you can review what you learned.

Included this week

  • — Daily BJJ training
  • — Daily surf sessions
  • — Premium-hostel stay
  • — Breakfast included

Residential

Winter residence

Warm common room, drying space for thicker suits, tea on demand.

Bathroom and amenities at MatnWave winter surf BJJ camp residence, Morocco
MatnWave BJJ surf camp residence and coastal light, Taghazout, Morocco
Shared spaces that stay social without feeling crowded.
Cohort moments at MatnWave premium surf and BJJ hostel, Morocco
Slow mornings before the first paddle or the first roll.
Atlantic-side living during a MatnWave BJJ surf week, Morocco
Room to dry gear, reset, and debrief the session.
Recovery and downtime at MatnWave surf jiu-jitsu camp, Taghazout area
Quiet corners between surf blocks and mat blocks.
Evening light at MatnWave BJJ surf cohort base, Morocco
Evenings tuned for sleep, not noise.
Training-adjacent spaces at MatnWave BJJ surf camp, Morocco
The week stays movement-first — hostel flow included.
  • + Breakfast
  • + Indoor hang space
  • + Hot water priority
  • + Optional laundry: €10 per load, up to 5 kg (extra)
  • + Shuttle coordination

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Instruction

Coaches — the MatnWave line-up

Same faces across formats: surf leadership, technical jiu-jitsu, competition IQ, and a host who protects the week’s rhythm.

Jamal, surf coach at MatnWave BJJ surf camp, Morocco

Surf coach

Jamal

Blue belt

Calm, multilingual, and highly experienced at matching surf guidance to the level and confidence of the group.

Mehdi, BJJ coach at MatnWave BJJ surf camp, Taghazout, Morocco

BJJ coach

Mehdi

Brown belt

Brown belt, African sub-champion, and a technical coach who makes every session feel structured, sharp, and accessible.

Carlos Vargas, competition coach at MatnWave BJJ camp Morocco

Competition coach

Carlos Vargas

Brown belt

High-level competitor with a strong eye for details, game plans, and turning hard rounds into real progress.

Ismaël, MatnWave cohort host in Morocco

Cohort host

Ismaël

Purple belt

Coordinates logistics, meal timing, and the house rhythm so the week stays human—not administrative.

Morocco

Taghazout winter points

Anchor Point and Hash Point become textbooks—bring patience and respect.

Map shows the published operating area for this format. Exact property pins and shuttle staging ship in your confirmation pack after application review.

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Airport
Agadir–Al Massira (AGA); holiday flights fill early.
Transit
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Primary breaks & missions
  • Anchor Point
  • Hash Point
  • Banana Point
  • Tamri runners

Precise pins and shuttle timing ship in your confirmation pack after application review.

Citable answers

Frequently asked — this format

Is Morocco warm enough in January for a surf and BJJ trip?

Air temps are mild relative to London or Paris; water still demands rubber. Sunscreen stays mandatory at midday.

Will beginner surfers enjoy Winter Escape?

Only if you are transparent. Point waves can be long and fast; whitewater days exist, but this season biases competence.

Holiday pricing on flights—any tips?

Book early; we send optimal arrival windows after you hold a seat on camp.

Gi laundry in winter humidity?

Bring spare dry training kit. Laundry is not included in your camp package. We can wash your clothes for €10 per load of up to 5 kg. Alternatively, take your clothes yourself to a local pressing (laundry service) for around €5; the local provider sets the final price. Ask the team for directions.

Are lunch and dinner included?

Breakfast is included with Roll & Stay. Lunch and dinner are extra: €5 per meal, plus €1.50 if you choose dessert.

Where can I wash my clothes?

Laundry is not included in your camp package. We can wash your clothes for €10 per load of up to 5 kg. Alternatively, take your clothes yourself to a local pressing (laundry service) for around €5; the local provider sets the final price. Ask the team for directions.

How much does drinking water cost?

Bottled water costs €1 for a 1.5 L bottle and is not included in the camp package. You can also bring your own water bottle.

When will I receive the day-by-day programme?

Before each camp, we share a clear day-by-day programme with participants. Surf times may change with ocean conditions; we communicate any adjustments.

Are BJJ lessons recorded?

We record the BJJ lesson and share the recording with participants each day so you can review what you learned.

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Before your stay

Clear programme, clear extra costs

Before each camp, we share a clear day-by-day programme with participants. Surf times may change with ocean conditions; we communicate any adjustments.

We record the BJJ lesson and share the recording with participants each day so you can review what you learned.

Are lunch and dinner included?

Breakfast is included with Roll & Stay. Lunch and dinner are extra: €5 per meal, plus €1.50 if you choose dessert.

Where can I wash my clothes?

Laundry is not included in your camp package. We can wash your clothes for €10 per load of up to 5 kg. Alternatively, take your clothes yourself to a local pressing (laundry service) for around €5; the local provider sets the final price. Ask the team for directions.

How much does drinking water cost?

Bottled water costs €1 for a 1.5 L bottle and is not included in the camp package. You can also bring your own water bottle.

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