Join Surfclass.com's University and College Excursions in Ventura for a personalized surfing adventure paired with ocean science. Discover waves, marine biology, and sustainable practices all in one unforgettable trip.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate fitness level as the day involves paddling, standing on the board, and some walking on sandy terrain.
Wildlife
History
Ventura’s coastline has long been a hub for indigenous Chumash communities, who relied on the ocean for food and cultural practices.
Conservation
Surfclass.com actively supports ocean cleanup efforts and educates participants on reducing marine pollution during every excursion.
Surfclass.com
Join Surfclass.com's University and College Excursions in Ventura for a personalized surfing adventure paired with ocean science. Discover waves, marine biology, and sustainable practices all in one unforgettable trip.
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.
Arrive Early for Orientation
Getting to the beach early helps you get settled and ready for your personalized lesson.
Wear Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming the marine environment by choosing eco-friendly sunscreen.
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Day
Bring a reusable water bottle as physical activity and sun exposure can quickly cause dehydration.
Respect Wildlife and Habitats
Observe marine life from a distance and avoid disturbing tide pools or beach vegetation.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm during cooler water temperatures typical in fall and winter.
fall
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial during physical activity under the sun.
Eco-Friendly Sunscreen
Protects your skin without harming the ocean ecosystem.
summer
Waterproof Camera or GoPro
Capture your surfing moments and marine life encounters.