Get your kids ready for an epic four-day surfing adventure in Beach Haven, NJ. The Big Grom Surf Camp offers expert lessons, ocean safety training, and endless summer fun for kids aged 11-16!
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 days, 3–4 hours per day
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health, able to swim, and ready for active water time.
Wildlife
History
Beach Haven has a rich maritime history as a classic Jersey Shore resort town with a strong surfing culture dating back decades.
Conservation
South End Surf 'N Paddle actively promotes ocean stewardship and encourages campers to participate in beach cleanups.
South End Surf 'N Paddle
Get your kids ready for an epic four-day surfing adventure in Beach Haven, NJ. The Big Grom Surf Camp offers expert lessons, ocean safety training, and endless summer fun for kids aged 11-16!
South End Surf 'N Paddle is a Long Beach, New Jersey water-sports provider offering surf lessons, stand-up paddleboard (SUP) tours, rentals, and multi-day kids camps in Beach Haven and on Barnegat Bay. The operation runs age-specific camps—Lil Grom (ages 6–10), Bayview Park Watersports Camp (ages 9–14), and Big Grom Surf Camp (ages 11–16)—that combine skill instruction, ocean safety, and team-building in small-group settings.
Instructors include CPR-certified staff and experienced surf coaches who lead private 90-minute surf lessons, private paddleboard lessons, and group surf sessions. Private options provide personalized attention with a 1:1 instructor ratio available for private surf lessons. SUP offerings range from calm-water yoga classes on Barnegat Bay to 2-hour Beach Haven Stand-Up Paddle Board EcoTours that explore local coves and wildlife.
Equipment services include a selection of surfboard rentals — from soft-tops to hard boards — with reservation and delivery options to simplify on-water plans. Sunset Paddle Board Experiences and family-friendly tours offer scenic bay paddles at dusk, suitable for a wide range of skill levels.
South End Surf 'N Paddle focuses on accessible, instructional, and safety-minded programming for kids and adults. All programs emphasize hands-on coaching, safe bay conditions for beginners, and flexible options for families planning lessons, rentals, or multi-day camps in the Long Beach and Beach Haven area.
Location
Long Beach, NJ
Beach and bay-based activities
Tours Offered
10 experiences
Camps, lessons, rentals, tours
Age Range
Kids & All Ages
Programs for ages 6–16 and adults
Session Lengths
90 min–4 days
From 90-minute lessons to multi-day camps
Book surf lessons, SUP tours, or multi-day camps in Long Beach and Beach Haven — select dates and equipment reservations available online.
Arrive Early for Best Waves
Morning sessions often provide smoother, less crowded waves perfect for beginners.
Wear Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the ocean by using environmentally friendly sunscreen products.
Hydrate Frequently
Stay hydrated throughout the day to avoid fatigue during active surf sessions.
Listen to Your Instructors
Follow the safety guidelines and tips given by the professional instructors at all times.
Wetsuit
Keeps campers warm in cooler water and enhances comfort during sessions.
spring
Rash Guard
Protects from sunburn and skin irritation while surfing.
summer
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial during active outdoor days.
Sunscreen (Reef Safe)
Protects skin and local marine life from harmful UV rays.
summer