Ride the Waves: 3-Day Surf Camp Experience in Long Branch, New Jersey
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days, 3–4 hours per day
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; comfortable swimming ability and endurance for paddling are recommended
Overview
Discover the thrill of surfing on New Jersey’s coast with this 3-day surf camp in Long Branch. Get expert coaching, explore iconic breaks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant beach town atmosphere.
3 Day Surf Camp on Week 1, M-W or W-F
3.5 hours • ages 6-17 • All experience levels
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About This Adventure
Join Summa Love's surf camp, where over 20 years of experience meets a fun, safe environment for kids! In just 3.5 hours, students will learn essential surfing skills, ocean safety, and gain confidence while enjoying personalized instruction. With low student-to-instructor ratios, exciting activities, and a pizza party, unforgettable memories await!
20 years of surf camp experience!
Duration
3.5 Hours
About
Thank you for choosing Summa Love! We hope your child has a wonderful experience with us. Our #1 priority is SAFETY. We have been in business for over 20 years due to our passion for coaching, safety precautions and well being of our students. Summa Love instructors will teach our students balance with stable body placement on a surfboard, paddling, standing, etiquette, open ocean safety, safe ways to fall and how to ride a wave. Each day students will progress at their own level with a low pressure, fun and safe surfing atmosphere. With proper instruction from our teachers, students will gain confidence, ocean safety experience and learn the fundamentals of surfing at a rapid pace! Our Long Branch location 3 days surf camp includes low student to instructor ratios, all equipment including boards/wetsuits/leashes, goodie bag w t-shirt, pizza party on Friday and high res surf photo with free download on our website. We ask for our 3 day sign ups to be spaced out Wednesday-Friday only for week 1.
Camp Rules
Please check in with us at the red cones everyday, always wear rash guard we will provide during surf hours, always listen to the instructor, reapply sunblock after lunch, stay hydrated, never leave to go to bathroom or lunch without supervision from staff or parent, always stay near tents with instructor supervision. When leaving, please wait with staff at boardwalk until pick up from parent/guardian. If a student has a hard top surfboard, a protective nose guard must always be on the board for safety. Parents/guardians please park in a legal parking spot if you plan on staying for the day.
Scheduling
Students who sign up for 3 days should come to camp consecutively M-W or W-F for week 1. We do not issue refunds for days missed that were reserved prior to camp starting. All students should complete their enrolled camp days before the summer is over to avoid losing the days completely. No make up camp days can be carried over into the new year.
What to bring
Warm dry clothes, extra sun block, extra water, dry towel, sandals, bathing suit, rash guard, phone (not required), lunch Monday-Thursday and extra water. We supply extra rash guards, extra sun block, pizza on Fridays, wetsuits and surfboards.
Adventure Tips
Check the Tide and Swell
Optimal wave conditions depend on tides and swell direction; ask instructors for daily updates to maximize your surf sessions.
Wear a Wetsuit
Atlantic water can be chilly outside summer months; bring a wetsuit to stay warm and comfortable during lessons.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin while keeping the ocean environment healthy by using reef-safe sunscreen even on cloudy days.
Stay Hydrated
Surfing is physically demanding; bring plenty of water and take breaks between sessions to maintain energy.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Ospreys soaring above the coast
- Occasional seals spotted near rocky outcrops
History
Long Branch has a storied past as a 19th-century resort town attracting presidents and celebrities alike, shaping its vibrant beachfront culture today.
Conservation
Surf camps here emphasize sustainable ocean use, encouraging beach clean-ups and responsible wildlife viewing to protect the Atlantic shoreline.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler Atlantic waters during spring sessions.
spring specific
Surfboard
Provided by the camp, but personal boards are welcome for familiarity and preference.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects skin and marine environments from harmful UV rays and chemicals.
summer specific
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial for performance and safety while surfing.