Summa Love Surf Camp in Long Branch, NJ, offers tailored surf programs for kids and adults alike. From parent-child lessons to intensive camps, its patient instructors help every surfer find their rhythm on the Atlantic waves.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness recommended; classes accommodate beginners to intermediate surfers.
Wildlife
History
Long Branch has been a surf hub since the 1960s, shaped by its accessible waves and a growing coastal community.
Conservation
Summa Love promotes eco-friendly practices including reef-safe sunscreen and beach clean-ups to preserve the shoreline.
Summa Love Surf Camp
Summa Love Surf Camp in Long Branch, NJ, offers tailored surf programs for kids and adults alike. From parent-child lessons to intensive camps, its patient instructors help every surfer find their rhythm on the Atlantic 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.
Wear a wetsuit during cooler months
Water temperatures off Long Branch can dip below 60°F in spring and fall, so layering up keeps you comfortable longer.
Arrive 15 minutes early for classes
Getting there early helps you catch the safety briefing and stretch with instructors before hitting the water.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protecting your skin and the marine environment is crucial—opt for biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreens.
Check the surf forecast before booking
Wave size and conditions vary throughout the week, so reviewing local surf reports can help you pick the best days.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cool spring waters, extending your surf time comfortably.
spring
Surfboard (provided)
Summa Love provides boards tailored to your skill, removing the hassle of bringing your own.
Waterproof sunscreen
Protects your skin from harsh UV rays when spending hours in the sun.
summer
Rash guard
Prevents irritation from your board and adds sun protection during warmer months.
summer