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By Laura Shelton.

After a full day’s surfing, feeling stretched to perfection after yoga, and full of delicious tagine and mint tea, the evening sometimes calls for a little extra adventure…

After an amazing surf until sunset, everyone’s feeling energised for a beach bonfire, and our very own Charli has taken care of bringing the wood and starting the fire!

As the whole surf camp heads out into the warm night, it’s just a short stroll to Taghazout beach and everyone is feeling the excitement of a fun night ahead! Under the stars and a full moon, the glow of the bonfire becomes brighter as we approach the beach and the sound of drumming can be heard over the crashing waves.

The fire is bright and warm, people gather around the flames, chatting about the day’s surfing and experiences. Passing round a guitar we suddenly learn who has hidden talents! The music and singing are soon underway, and we listen to a great mix of songs as people request their favourites. Dancing and laughing round the fire (lead by Charli!) means the night has only just begun!

Different voices and languages mix over the sounds of clinking glasses and the vibe is relaxed and fun. To keep the fire bright and warm, twigs and brush get added for an instant spray of sparks! They climb up to the sky, under the full moon and everyone thinks it – we’re in Morocco baby!

Surf Star Morocco-Finding Happiness!

A guest review by Fiona Elizabeth Reid

Sat on my Moroccan rug daydreaming about the great week I had in Morocco this June…..take me back to the Surf Star camp terrace, the beach, the waves, good friends and fun times of Tamraght!

A week of yoga, surf, laughter, happiness and adventure.
It’s hard to say what my favourite part of the trip was, but here are a few highlights…..
Surf lessons with the fun and talented instructors whose guidance and knowledge helps you catch that wave that makes you feel on top of the world! Days spent chilling on the beach, floating on surf boards and lots of paddling! ……generally absorbing the surf lifestyle and being a beach bum! Not forgetting Camel rides, Horse rides, Moroccan coffee and bustling with the locals!

The yoga classes with Luice and the fellow yogis were the best! With the sky, sea and mountains surrounding you it is the perfect location to relax and focus. From Vinyasa flows to Ashtanga, stretch, strength and meditation. The yoga gave me strength and ability for a day of surf and in the evening a feeling of total Zen …..Namaste Lucie!

I found a new love of Avocado and date juice….delicious and nutritious, bought from the local Banana village. All the Moroccan food was fantastic at surf camp; Moroccan BBQ, Tagine, CousCous healthy teas and fresh juices. Definitely some recipes to take home.

A day at Paradise Valley in the High Atlas Mountains lived up to its name and was just paradise! Blue pools, cliff jumping, climbing, sunbathing and a little yoga practice!
I couldn’t leave Morocco without experiencing a traditional Moroccan Hammam spa treatment or buying some argan oil. With glowing skin and my body cleansed I felt fresh and rejuvenated.

So all in all ….. a fantastic holiday surrounded by amazing people. The colours, culture and nature of Morocco is something I miss. Surf camp Surf Star is a week to remember. I returned home feeling healthy, Inspired, revitalized and of course a pro surf chic!

Just wonderful!
“Work Sucks Go Surfing”