Ready to ride the waves in Long Branch, NJ? Book a private 90-minute surf lesson with Summa Love Surf Camp and enjoy personalized coaching, all gear included, and the beauty of the Atlantic coast.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended
Wildlife
History
Long Branch was a popular 19th-century resort town known for its beaches and grand hotels attracting visitors from New York and beyond.
Conservation
Summa Love Surf Camp promotes ocean conservation by encouraging reef-safe practices and supporting local beach cleanups.
Summa Love Surf Camp
Ready to ride the waves in Long Branch, NJ? Book a private 90-minute surf lesson with Summa Love Surf Camp and enjoy personalized coaching, all gear included, and the beauty of the Atlantic coast.
Summa Love Surf Camp is a Long Branch, New Jersey surf school that offers youth and adult surfing experiences along the Jersey Shore. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Summa Love provides camps and lessons focused on safety, skill development, and fun. Programs include three-day and weekly surf camps for kids, Mini Camp, Grom Camp for ages 5–7, an Adults On Board class, private 90-minute lessons, and a Parent & Child Surfing option with a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Instructors keep group sizes small to ensure personalized attention and clear progress for each student.
Daily activities emphasize ocean safety, board handling, paddling, standing techniques, and wave selection appropriate to each group's skill level. Private lessons include all equipment—wetsuits and surfboards—and a 90-minute format that allows focused technique work. Camp weeks feature low-pressure instruction, games, and a Friday pizza party; weekly programs also include a high-resolution surf photo to document progress.
Summa Love prioritizes a safe, supportive environment suitable for beginners and continuing students. Grom Camp introduces children aged five to seven to shallow-wave surfing under careful supervision. The Mini Camp and Adult class provide shorter, targeted sessions of about 1.5 hours for efficient skill building. The Parent & Child Surfing experience fosters shared learning and bonding in a guided two-to-one setting.
Families and adults book Summa Love for trusted instruction, small group attention, and a memorable beach experience on Long Branch. Booking is available for weeklong camps, three-day sessions, mini sessions, private lessons, and parent-child private lessons throughout the summer.
Years Experience
20+
Two decades of teaching surf
Small Groups
Low ratios
Personalized attention for students
Location
Long Branch, NJ
Surf lessons on Jersey Shore beaches
Programs Offered
8 experiences
Camps, classes, and private lessons
Reserve a camp or lesson on Long Branch beaches — small groups, experienced instructors, and programs for every age and skill level.
Arrive Early
Get to the beach at least 30 minutes before your lesson to check in and get fitted with your wetsuit.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the ocean environment by choosing reef-safe sunscreen for your beach day.
Stay Hydrated
Bring a water bottle and drink plenty of fluids to stay energized during your lesson.
Listen to Your Instructor
Follow safety guidelines and instructions carefully to make your surfing experience safe and enjoyable.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler spring and fall water temperatures.
spring
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and marine environment from UV rays.
summer
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important during your active lesson.
Flip-Flops or Beach Shoes
Useful for walking comfortably on hot sand and rocky areas.
summer