The private surf lesson in Somone gives you a private coach for an hour, between a lagoon classed as a nature reserve and a wide, sheltered beach. Premium equipment is included, the programme is tailor-made, and booking is recommended.

One hour just for you

The session begins with a meeting with the coach, who builds a tailor-made programme: goals, choice of spot depending on the weather, adjustment of the equipment, personal advice throughout the hour. The learning covers mastering the take-off, reading the wave, setting the equipment to your build and gaining confidence in the water. The session ends with a post-session analysis and tips for training on your own.

There is a single option: the 1-hour private lesson, priced per person. Premium equipment is included, with a private coach. On request, the school can add video analysis, sunrise sessions, and an introduction to safety and to managing stress in front of the wave. Sessions are open to children from age 4, with family modules and packs; the board can be hired after the lesson, and lessons are given in French or English depending on the team.

Booking is recommended. If you live in Dakar, this is the efficient format for a weekend on the Petite Côte: one slot, one coach, one programme. If you are visiting, it is the quickest way to find out where you stand, before moving on to other lessons.

Somone, between calm and a wide beach

Somone is a village on the Petite Côte, about ten kilometres south of Saly, turned toward its lagoon rather than toward the crowds. The calm of the village and the bird reserve help concentration. The Somone lagoon is one of the most visited natural sites in the region.

To extend your day

After the lesson, you can combine surfing with a pirogue trip on the lagoon, on request. The other surf lessons and courses offer group formats, and paddle and kayak let you vary the activity.