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Give your kids a chance to ride the waves and make new friends at UCSB's Campus Point. iSurf's Half Day Surf Camp offers expert instruction in a safe, supportive setting perfect for young beginners.
Give your kids a chance to ride the waves and make new friends at UCSB's Campus Point. iSurf's Half Day Surf Camp offers expert instruction in a safe, supportive setting perfect for young beginners.
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Experience an unforgettable half-day surfing adventure at Campus Point, right next to the University of California, Santa Barbara. iSurf's Drop-In Half Day Surf Camp is designed especially for kids, providing a safe and welcoming environment where young surfers can build confidence while having a blast on the waves. With a low 4:1 kid-to-instructor ratio, each child receives personalized attention that helps them develop their skills quickly and safely. Beyond surfing, the camp emphasizes community and camaraderie, encouraging kids to connect with one another through fun beach games and teamwork. Whether your child is a first-timer eager to paddle out or has some wave-riding experience, this surf camp offers a comprehensive and supportive experience that fosters both skill-building and lifelong friendships. The location at Campus Point is ideal for beginners and intermediates, with gentle waves and plenty of space to practice. Parents can relax knowing their kids are in expert hands while enjoying the stunning coastline of Santa Barbara.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Participants should have basic physical fitness to paddle, stand, and balance but no prior experience is needed.
The Drop-In Half Day Surf Camp is designed primarily for children ages 6 to 14.
No prior experience is necessary; the camp welcomes beginners and focuses on building foundational skills.
Instructors maintain a 4:1 kid-to-instructor ratio, use designated safe zones, and provide thorough safety briefings before each session.
All surfboards and wetsuits are provided by iSurf to ensure proper fit and safety for each participant.
Kids should bring sunscreen, a towel, water bottle, and swimwear under their wetsuits.
Yes, parents are welcome to observe from the beach while their kids participate.
Campus Point Surf Break has been a beloved spot for UCSB students and locals since the 1960s, known for its gentle waves favorable to learners.
Efforts in this area focus on protecting coastal wetlands and promoting reef-safe products to maintain marine biodiversity.
iSurf - Community, Camaraderie, & Confidence operates from the University of California–Santa Barbara and provides a wide range of guided water-sport lessons and youth surf camps along Santa Barbara’s coastline. The organization focuses on building community, camaraderie, and confidence through hands-on instruction and equipment-inclusive experiences. E-foil programming includes single E-Foil Lessons and a Pack of 2 E-Foil Lessons. Each E-foil session begins with essential land-based training and progresses to on-water practice with top-quality boards and safety gear provided, giving participants the opportunity to learn the mechanics of electric foil riding in a supervised setting. Surf instruction covers two-hour Surf Lessons, 1.5-hour VSL Private Lessons, and VSL Group Lessons for friends, teams, or coworkers. Group lessons are available seven days a week and sessions are scheduled based on optimal wind, weather, and tides. All surf lessons include boards and wetsuits to ensure participants arrive ready to learn. Youth offerings include Drop-In Half Day Surf Camp at Campus Point and Half Day Week Long Surf Camps in Santa Barbara and Campus Point. Camps serve children ages six to thirteen, operate with a 4:1 kid-to-instructor ratio, include structured beach activities, and provide certified instruction. The Campus Point week-long camp notes a pizza lunch on Fridays as part of the schedule. SBSA Private Group Lessons and other private-group options allow organizers to choose dates and times with instructors confirming details prior to sessions. Across all experiences, instructors provide personalized feedback, safety equipment is supplied, and programming is delivered from UCSB beaches to support safe, enjoyable, and confidence-building coastal experiences.
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