About Darren “Broady” – Manager of Surfcamp Seignosse

Meet Darren “Broady,” the founder of Surfcamp Seignosse. From Brisbane to France, discover how his passion for surfing inspired one of Europe’s top surf camps.

From Brisbane to the Bay of Biscay

I’m Darren, but most people call me Broady. Born and raised in Brisbane, Australia, my path to France wasn’t exactly planned — it was surfed.

After dropping out of university, I moved into a caravan by the beach. The goal? Chase waves and freedom. That journey led me across the globe, eventually landing in Hossegor, France — a place that just made sense. The waves, the people, the energy — it felt like home.

From Surfboards to Surf Experiences

I spent years working for Quiksilver, then managing a surfboard factory with Stephen Bell. I sold boards for over a decade, but something was missing. I didn’t want to just sell a product — I wanted to create an experience.

That’s when I teamed up with the crew from Pure Surf Camps, and Surfcamp Seignosse was born. A place where people could discover surfing, make lifelong friendships, and reconnect with what really matters.

Surf. Connect. Repeat.

Every season, a handpicked crew of legends joins me to run the camp — instructors, creatives, adventurers. We’re here to make every week unforgettable.

I’ve seen people change their lives here. Total beginners who catch their first wave, solo travelers who leave with a new family, and experienced surfers who rediscover the joy of simply being in the water.

This isn’t just a surf camp. It’s a place to reset, recharge, and remember what freedom feels like.