Experience the thrill of surfing with your child in Long Branch, NJ. This private lesson offers personalized coaching, safety tips, and unforgettable memories on the waves.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness required; should be comfortable swimming and able to paddle on a surfboard.
Wildlife
History
Long Branch has been a popular surf destination since the early 20th century, with a rich local culture tied to fishing and beach recreation.
Conservation
The local community promotes beach cleanups and encourages use of reef-safe products to protect marine ecosystems along the Jersey Shore.
Summa Love Surf Camp
Experience the thrill of surfing with your child in Long Branch, NJ. This private lesson offers personalized coaching, safety tips, and unforgettable memories on the waves.
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.
Check Local Surf Conditions
Always review the daily surf report before your lesson to understand wave size and water conditions.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the ocean by using eco-friendly, reef-safe sunscreen during your session.
Stay Hydrated
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated before and after surfing in the saltwater environment.
Wear Rash Guards or Wetsuits
Depending on the season, wear appropriate gear to avoid irritation and maintain warmth in the water.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler water, especially during spring and fall sessions.
spring
Rash Guard
Protects skin from sunburn and irritation during warmer months.
summer
Waterproof Sunscreen
Offers sun protection that won’t wash off in the water.
summer
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated before and after your lesson is important for energy and health.