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Discover Hobe Sound Surf Camp, a five-day youth surf experience designed for ages 6 to 16. Learn to surf, boogie board, and master ocean safety on Florida’s beautiful Treasure Coast beaches.
Discover Hobe Sound Surf Camp, a five-day youth surf experience designed for ages 6 to 16. Learn to surf, boogie board, and master ocean safety on Florida’s beautiful Treasure Coast beaches.
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Located along Florida’s picturesque Treasure Coast, Hobe Sound offers more than just pristine beaches and warm ocean waters—it hosts a specialized hub for young surf enthusiasts at the Hobe Sound Surf Camp. This five-day surf camp, designed for kids aged 6 to 16, provides a focused and friendly environment that cultivates essential surfing skills while fostering a deep connection to the ocean. With its intimate group sizes capped at 30 participants, the camp ensures personalized attention that’s often missing from larger surf programs, creating a truly immersive experience for children who want to ride the waves and embrace beach life.
Hobe Sound Beach, where the camp meets each morning, is known for its gentle shore breaks, making it an ideal learning spot for beginners and intermediate young surfers. The beach’s unique combination of warm Gulf Stream currents and protected sandy bottom creates a safe environment where kids can advance their skills confidently. Beyond surfing, the camp includes boogie boarding, skimboarding, body surfing, and fun beach games, allowing participants to experience a broad spectrum of ocean activities. Importantly, Hobe Sound Surf Camp places ocean safety at the forefront of its curriculum, teaching kids how to respect the sea, read waves, and swim safely.
Along with water adventures, the camp also dedicates time to surf skate training, a popular off-water practice that builds balance and strength for better board control. This balanced approach helps kids develop holistic surf skills, all while enjoying the camaraderie of a tightly-knit group under expert supervision. Provided gear includes surfboards and rash guards, easing the equipment burden for families, though participants should bring their own sunscreen, water, and lunch.
As part of the local outdoor recreation scene, Hobe Sound Surf Camp stands out by offering a focused, engaging youth program that draws on the region’s natural assets. The camp embodies the community’s dedication to responsible ocean stewardship and beach culture, nurturing the next generation of water lovers.
For families visiting the area, staying in nearby Stuart or Palm City offers convenient access to a range of accommodations and dining options. The camp’s early morning drop-offs and mid-day schedule provide flexibility, letting kids expend their energy to the fullest while parents plan their own adventures.
Whether your young adventurer is just starting to catch their first waves or looking to sharpen their ocean skills, Hobe Sound Surf Camp offers a fun, educational, and safe environment amidst Florida’s beautiful coastline. Dive into a week where surf culture, ocean safety, and playful learning come together seamlessly.
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5 days, 9am–2pm daily.
Suitable for children in general good health with moderate swimming ability
The camp accepts children ages 6 to 16, accommodating beginners and intermediate surfers.
Yes, surfboards and rash guards are included as part of the camp experience.
Participants should bring their own water, sunscreen, and lunch each day.
No prior experience is necessary; the camp welcomes all skill levels.
Certified instructors teach ocean safety and supervise all activities closely to ensure a safe environment.
The camp meets at Hobe Sound Public Beach, 1 SE Bridge Rd, Hobe Sound, FL.
Hobe Sound is near several historic shipwreck sites along the Treasure Coast, named for the valuable cargo these ships carried in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The camp promotes reef-friendly sunscreen use and encourages respect for local marine habitats to reduce human impact on delicate ecosystems.
Florida Surf Experience is a surf school and activity provider based in Stuart, Florida. The company offers a full range of lessons and programs including Private Surf Lessons, Group Surf Lessons, Advanced Surf Coaching, a Hobe Sound Surf Camp for ages 6–16, and customizable Gift Cards. Instructors include competitors who have trained and competed at high levels and world-class athletes who provide hands-on guidance in wave selection, paddling technique, and ocean safety. Lessons are designed for all skill levels. Private Surf Lessons focus on foundational skills and personalized progression. Group Surf Lessons combine social learning with instructor guidance so first-time surfers can build confidence safely. Advanced Surf Coaching provides focused one-hour training sessions to sharpen technique and timing. The Hobe Sound Surf Camp offers a week-long youth program with smaller groups, surf skate training, boogie boarding, beach games, and supervised ocean practice. Gift Cards make experiences flexible and easy to give. The operation emphasizes safety, structured instruction, and memorable ocean experiences. Training plans are adapted to participant ability and age, with clear attention to ocean awareness and safe practices. Sessions take place on the beaches near Stuart, Florida, leveraging local surf conditions appropriate for each program. Families, beginners, and experienced surfers can find an option that matches their goals while receiving coaching from credentialed instructors with competitive backgrounds. Bookings cover private and group lessons, the one-hour advanced coaching sessions, week-long Hobe Sound surf camps for ages six through sixteen, and customizable gift cards that let recipients choose their experience dates.
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