What ages does WBT - Surf Camp accept?

WBT - Surf Camp is open to children ages 7–16. 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 WBT - Surf Camp cost?

WBT - Surf Camp publishes $1,520/week for the standard session. Pricing varies by program and session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs WBT - Surf Camp?

WBT - Surf Camp is operated by a private business, with 25 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 WBT - Surf Camp provide lunch?

WBT - Surf Camp 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 WBT - Surf Camp compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?

WBT - Surf Camp 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 7–16

WBT - Surf Camp

Los Angeles · $1,520/week · ★ 5.0 (135 reviews)

WBT Surf Camp offers day camps in Los Angeles for children aged 5-17, focusing on surf instruction, ocean safety,...

▌ Editor's read WBT Surf Camp's website, wbtcamps.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp programs in Los Angeles. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The website states the camp has been operating for over 25 years, founded by Bill Kerbox, and maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5. They explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'WBT Surf Camp' show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the instructors' patience, the camp's safety focus, and the positive impact on their children's surfing skills and confidence. The program is a day camp for ages 5-17, offering surf lessons, oceanography, and beach games.

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Since 200125+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–16

WBT - Surf Camp 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: 2001 (25 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Water Sports
Ages: 7–16
Address: Main office: 3663 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone: (213) 835-2196
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Pricing varies by program and session.

2 sessions (1 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 13 to Jul 19.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Yahm Surf 1 Jun 13 – 23, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,000
Yahm Surf 2 Jul 12 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,000

↗ What parents like

Partnered with SoCal Surf Lessons
Morning surf, afternoon camp

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Pricing not clearly listed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about WBT - Surf Camp

What ages does WBT - Surf Camp accept?: WBT - Surf Camp is open to children ages 7–16. 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 WBT - Surf Camp cost?: WBT - Surf Camp publishes $1,520/week for the standard session. Pricing varies by program and session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs WBT - Surf Camp?: WBT - Surf Camp is operated by a private business, with 25 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 WBT - Surf Camp provide lunch?: WBT - Surf Camp 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 WBT - Surf Camp compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?: WBT - Surf Camp 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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