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Three evening or daytime sessions over one week teach ages 10+ the fundamentals of surfing with focused, repeatable practice. Book a compact 3-day program at Ogunquit for coached progress, local coastal scenery, and plenty of wave time.
Three evening or daytime sessions over one week teach ages 10+ the fundamentals of surfing with focused, repeatable practice. Book a compact 3-day program at Ogunquit for coached progress, local coastal scenery, and plenty of wave time.
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Operated by Liquid Dreams Surf Shop · Ogunquit, Maine
Surf Camp - Ogunquit Location runs evening and daytime sessions at 696 Main St in Ogunquit, Maine, offering a focused three-day program that gets students riding by Friday. The camp meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with two-hour blocks designed for ages 10 and up. Longsands Beach and the nearby Ogunquit shoreline deliver sand-bottom breaks and forgiving whitewater that make this part of the southern Maine coast ideal for new surfers.
Instructors emphasize fundamentals—pop-up timing, stance, reading a breaking wave—and plenty of water time: repetition is the curriculum. Sessions alternate between practical drills on the sand and in-water coaching, with coaches using clear, hands-on adjustments rather than technical jargon. The local surf here is shaped by a mix of sandbars, a protective jetty, and glacially scoured bedrock, so students learn to identify safe takeoff zones and where rip currents tend to channel.
Beyond technique, the camp plugs students into the character of Ogunquit: the nearby Marginal Way cliff walk, Perkins Cove fishing harbor, and the town’s working beaches provide a maritime classroom. Keep an ear out for seals bobbing beyond the breakers and for the cries of terns and oystercatchers along the rocks. Ogunquit’s name derives from an Indigenous word often translated as “beautiful place by the sea,” and the town’s coastal culture still revolves around fishing, tourism, and protecting fragile dune ecosystems.
Practical details: the three-day course runs in concentrated 2-hour sessions (total 6 hours). Sessions are offered in the summer with specific evening times at the Longsands shop in York Beach and morning/afternoon blocks in Ogunquit; pricing is listed through the operator’s booking link. Students should bring a towel, swimwear, and a sun shirt; a wetsuit is often useful in Maine’s spring and early summer water temperatures.
Why book this camp? It’s structured learning delivered where the ocean is forgiving enough for repeated attempts, and where coaches are focused on muscle-memory and safety. For families traveling to southern Maine, the camp pairs well with a morning on the Marginal Way and an afternoon in Perkins Cove. Whether you’re a first-timer or returning surfer wanting consistent practice, this three-day format minimizes travel logistics and maximizes wave time in one of Maine’s most accessible surf towns.
Coaching favors groups so instructors can give individualized feedback during surf sets, progressing students from whitewater to unbroken faces as conditions allow. The camp suits families or solo travelers who want practice without renting boards or hunting surf schools in the morning. Beginners build confidence through repetition while intermediate learners refine wave selection. To reserve a spot, use operator’s booking link, check local tide charts, and arrive early to rig boards and warm up on the sand. Parking and transit options vary by season.
moderate.
3 days, 2 hours per session.
Comfortable with swimming and a moderate amount of paddling; good balance and basic stamina make learning easier
This camp is for ages 10 and up; younger participants should check with the operator for other youth programs.
Three days with two-hour sessions each meeting (typically Monday, Wednesday, Friday), totaling six hours of coached water time.
Sessions run from the Longsands shop in York Beach and at Ogunquit beaches; specific meeting details are provided when you book.
Boards are often available through the operator—confirm availability at booking if you don’t have your own.
Sessions may be modified or rescheduled for safety in high wind or storm conditions; check the operator’s cancellation policy when booking.
Reserve through the operator’s booking link included with the listing; spots fill quickly during the summer season.
Ogunquit takes its name from an Indigenous term often translated as “beautiful place by the sea,” and the area developed around small fishing harbors like Perkins Cove in the 19th century.
Respect marked dune areas and seasonal shorebird nesting sites; use biodegradable sunscreen and avoid trampling dune vegetation.
Liquid Dreams Surf Shop is a York, Maine surf school and retail shop offering lessons, camps, and events on York Beach and Ogunquit. The business provides public lessons, private lessons, weekly surf camps, and specialty sessions such as Ladies Night, Kids Night, and the five-day Ride The 5 program for young athletes. Instructors teach paddling, standing, wave riding, ocean safety, and board handling for beginners through intermediate surfers. Lessons are offered at two primary locations—York and Ogunquit—seven days a week for public sessions and by reservation for private instruction. Camps run weekly during the summer and are structured to progress students from fundamentals to confident wave riding over multi-day sessions. Liquid Dreams supplies wetsuits, boards, and safety equipment for many programs, including kids nights and multi-day camps, ensuring participants have appropriate gear. Small group sizes and one-on-one private lesson options provide focused instruction and faster skill development. The shop works with youth athletes through combined sports programs like Dip N Dunk that pair lacrosse skill sessions with surfing instruction on Long Sands Beach. As a locally based surf operation in York, Maine, Liquid Dreams emphasizes safety, clear instruction, and a welcoming beach environment for families, solo learners, and groups. Booking information, schedules, and reservation policies are available through the shop’s listed contact channels. The business is presented on The Adventure Collective to help visitors discover local surf lessons, camps, and seasonal events in southern Maine. Instruction includes surf etiquette and tide awareness for safer, more confident time on the water.
Book with Liquid Dreams Surf Shop