What ages does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM accept?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is open to children ages 6–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM cost?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM publishes $495/week for the standard session. $595/week half day (from camp list — unable to verify on site). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM's hours?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is operated by a private business, with 18 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM provide lunch?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

How does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM compare to other water sports camps in Santa Monica?

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is one of 49 water sports camps in Santa Monica that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Water Sports · Ages 6–17

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM

Santa Monica · $495/week · ★ 4.9 (54 reviews)

Half-day surf camp for all skill levels, focusing on ocean safety and surfing techniques.

▌ Editor's read The Sunrise Surf Academy website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their half-day surf camps. The 'About Us' page states that the academy has been operating for 18 years, founded by Chris Stiegler. They emphasize a low instructor-to-student ratio of 1:4, ensuring personalized attention and safety. The camp focuses on teaching surfing fundamentals, ocean safety, and environmental awareness. While not ACA accredited, the website explicitly mentions that all instructors are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks. Google reviews for Sunrise Surf Academy show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the patient and encouraging instructors and the positive impact on their children's surfing skills and confidence. The program is clearly a day camp, offering morning sessions in Santa Monica and Malibu.

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Since 200818+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–17

Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. water sports programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 2008 (18 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Water Sports
Ages: 6–17
Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Address: 2000 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: 310-938-4751
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $595/week half day (from camp list — unable to verify on site).

Runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 14 sessions (14 one-week), from Jun 1 to Sep 4.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

Session 1 Jun 1 – 5, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 5 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 10 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 11 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 12 Aug 17 – 21, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 13 Aug 24 – 28, 2026 · 1 week · $495
Session 14 Aug 31 – Sep 4, 2026 · 1 week · $495

↗ What parents like

Flexible scheduling
Affordable option

↘ Watch for

Less immersive experience

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM

What ages does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM accept?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is open to children ages 6–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM cost?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM publishes $495/week for the standard session. $595/week half day (from camp list — unable to verify on site). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM's hours?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is operated by a private business, with 18 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM provide lunch?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM compare to other water sports camps in Santa Monica?: Sunrise Surf Academy – Half Day AM is one of 49 water sports camps in Santa Monica that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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