Aqua Surf Camp
Offers day surf camps in Santa Monica and Malibu for ages 5-17, focusing on surf instruction, ocean safety, and...
▌ Editor's read Aqua Surf Camp's website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering day camps for ages 5-17 in Santa Monica and Malibu. The camp was founded by Robert Miller and has been operating for 25 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They maintain a low instructor-to-student ratio of 1:4, which is explicitly mentioned on their 'Safety' page. The camp also states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. Aqua Surf Camp is not listed in the ACA directory. On Google, Aqua Surf School (likely the same entity) has a 4.9-star rating from 135 reviews, with many reviewers praising the instructors' patience and effectiveness. The program focuses on surf instruction, ocean safety, and beach activities, with options for full-day and half-day sessions.
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Since 200125+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 5–17
Aqua Surf Camp 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
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Water Sports
- Ages: 5–17
- Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (full day), 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 12:00 PM–3:00 PM (half day)
- Address: 2701 Barnard Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 387 Paseo De La Playa, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; 45th Street - El Porto, Manhattan Beach, CA
- Phone: (310) 902-7737
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $675/week (full day), $455/week (half day)
↗ What parents like
- Flexible scheduling
- Extended care available
↘ Watch for
- Lunch not included
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Aqua Surf Camp
- What ages does Aqua Surf Camp accept?
- Aqua Surf Camp is open to children ages 5–17. 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 Aqua Surf Camp cost?
- Aqua Surf Camp publishes $675/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Aqua Surf Camp's hours?
- Aqua Surf Camp runs 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (full day), 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 12:00 PM–3:00 PM (half day). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Aqua Surf Camp?
- Aqua 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 Aqua Surf Camp provide lunch?
- Aqua 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.
- Does Aqua Surf Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — Aqua Surf Camp offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
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