What ages does Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM accept?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is open to children ages 4–17. 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM cost?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM's hours?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM runs 11:45 AM - 2:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is operated by a private business, with 20 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM provide lunch?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is one of 49 water sports camps in Los Angeles 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 4–17

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM

Los Angeles · $425/week · ★ 5.0 (10 reviews)

Surf Camp LA offers half-day surf lessons for kids aged 5-17 at Santa Monica and Manhattan Beach, focusing on...

▌ Editor's read The Surf Camp LA website loads as a real camp site, offering half-day surf programs for children aged 5-17 at Santa Monica and Manhattan Beach. The camp, founded by Jamie Meistrell, states it has been operating for over 20 years, indicating significant experience in surf instruction. They emphasize a low instructor-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is beneficial for personalized attention and safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp highlights that all instructors are CPR/First Aid certified and many are also lifeguards. Google reviews for 'Surf Camp LA' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the instructors' patience and the positive impact on their children's confidence and surfing skills. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @surfcamp_la and a Facebook page 'SurfCampLA'.

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Since 200620+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 4–17

Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right water sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 2006 (20 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Water Sports
Ages: 4–17
Hours: 11:45 AM - 2:30 PM
Address: 2100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Phone: (310) 795-2315
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Week of half days (1 surfer): $425. Single half day: $125.

Runs 11:45 AM - 2:30 PM, 11 sessions (11 one-week), from Jun 8 to Aug 18.

Sessions

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

Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 2 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 4 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 5 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 6 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 7 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 8 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 9 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 10 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 11 Aug 17 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $425

↗ What parents like

Small group instruction
Flexible booking options
All gear provided

↘ Watch for

Pricey for a half-day camp
No lunch provided

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM

What ages does Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM accept?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is open to children ages 4–17. 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM cost?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM's hours?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM runs 11:45 AM - 2:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is operated by a private business, with 20 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM provide lunch?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM 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 Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day PM is one of 49 water sports camps in Los Angeles 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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