Kids Surf Camp

Every day at camp is built around surfing, ocean time, and having a great time at the beach. While no two days are exactly the same, here's what a typical day looks like:

• Arrival & Morning Circle:
  Campers check in and head down to our beach setup, where we start the day with sunscreen, hydration, stretching, and a quick beach talk. We'll review ocean safety, go over the day's conditions, hand out rash guards, and split into small groups based on age and experience level. 
• Morning Session:
  Campers rotate between surfing and beach activities with their instructors, focusing on skill development, ocean awareness, and plenty of fun in the water.
   
• Midday Break:
  Everyone takes a break under the tents to eat, hydrate, reapply sunscreen, and relax. Instructors often use this time to talk about surfing, waves, ocean knowledge, and answer any questions campers may have.
   
• Afternoon Session:
  After recharging, campers head back out for more surf time, beach games, and activities with their groups.
   
• Wrap-Up & Pick-Up:
  We finish the day with a quick recap, return rash guards, and walk campers to the pick-up area on Hathaway Ave, where staff remain until all campers have been signed out.

Every camper receives hands-on instruction in a small-group setting tailored to their age and experience level. Whether they're catching their very first wave or already spending every summer in the lineup, we meet kids where they are and help them progress at their own pace.

While surfing is at the heart of camp, our program goes beyond just riding waves. We focus on helping kids become more confident in the water, more knowledgeable about the ocean, and more connected to the community around them.

• Surf Skills & Technique
  From paddling and pop-ups to stance, balance, and wave selection, campers learn the fundamentals of surfing through fun, hands-on coaching.
   
• Ocean Safety & Surf Etiquette – Campers learn how to stay safe in the ocean, how to navigate waves and currents, and how to share the lineup respectfully.
   
• Ocean Safety & Wave Knowledge
  Campers develop an understanding of ocean conditions, currents, surf etiquette, and how to safely navigate the water with confidence.
• Confidence & Personal Growth
  Surfing naturally teaches perseverance, patience, and resilience. We encourage campers to challenge themselves, celebrate progress, and take pride in their accomplishments.
• Community & Respect
  We emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect for others, while fostering a genuine appreciation for the ocean and beach environment.
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At North Beach Surf Camp, we're not just teaching kids how to surf, we're helping them build confidence, ocean awareness, and a lifelong love for the water.