Experience 3 days of ranch life, wild horses, surfing, and cultural stories in Ventura, CA. Perfect for college groups seeking adventure and connection.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have an average fitness level capable of walking several miles and engaging in physical ranch work.
Wildlife
History
The ranch sits on ancestral Chumash lands, with storytelling sessions that honor and share indigenous cultural heritage.
Conservation
Surfclass.com prioritizes organic farming and sustainable land stewardship practices to minimize environmental impact.
Surfclass.com
Experience 3 days of ranch life, wild horses, surfing, and cultural stories in Ventura, CA. Perfect for college groups seeking adventure and connection.
Surfclass.com is a Ventura, California surf education and gear provider offering lessons, camps, rentals, and escorted group excursions. The business provides surfboard and wetsuit rentals with pick up or delivery, seasonal after-school sessions and spring-break programs, three-hour birthday party surf experiences for children ages seven and up, and multi-day university and college excursions that blend surfing with marine biology and ocean science.
Instructors maintain a low instructor-to-student ratio to deliver personalized coaching across camps, classes, and group trips. Equipment includes flexible wetsuits and a variety of surfboards sized for different ages and skill levels, plus safety guidance for surfing, swimming, and kayaking activities. Many programs emphasize ocean education, from Jalama Beach trips focused on marine biology to camp activities that teach environmental stewardship.
Surfclass.com highlights a long-running summer camp program celebrated for more than 25 years and supports environmental initiatives, including a stated donation of one percent of sales toward planet protection. University and college excursions may include guided field science, cultural storytelling, and outdoor skills; one multi-day trip includes activities at a 300-acre horse ranch with daily ranch chores, wild horse walks, hiking, yoga, organic meals, and surfing at Jalama. Surfclass.com organizes logistics, provides quality gear, and focuses on experiential learning for families, schools, and groups in Ventura and the surrounding coastal region.
Years Experience
25+
Decades of summer camp programming
Low Ratios
Personal Instruction
Low instructor-to-student ratio
Rentals
Pick-up/Delivery
Boards and wetsuits available
Eco Commitment
1% Donated
Supports environmental initiatives
Secure rentals, enroll campers, or schedule a university excursion — expert instruction, quality equipment, and eco-minded programming await.
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes
Ranch chores and trail hikes require durable footwear to keep your feet protected and comfortable.
Stay hydrated throughout the day
California sun can be strong; bring a refillable water bottle to maintain energy during activities.
Apply sunscreen regularly
Surfing and outdoor activities mean extensive exposure to sun—use high SPF sunscreen for protection.
Follow guides’ instructions around horses
Wild horses are unpredictable; always listen to staff to ensure safe and respectful interaction.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Protect your feet during ranch chores and nature hikes with sturdy footwear.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the day while minimizing waste.
Sunscreen
Essential to prevent sunburn during extended outdoor exposure.
summer
Light layers
Bring layers to adjust to changing temperatures, especially for early morning and evening activities.
spring