What ages does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM accept?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is open to children ages 4–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM cost?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM's hours?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM runs 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM provide lunch?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

How does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is one of 49 water sports camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Water Sports · Ages 4–17

Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM

Los Angeles · $425/week · ★ 5.0 (10 reviews)

Surf Camp LA offers half-day surf instruction for kids and teens in Santa Monica, focusing on safety, skill...

▌ Editor's read Surf Camp LA's website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their half-day surf programs for ages 5-17. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The 'About Us' page states that the camp has been operating for 20 years, founded by Chris Williams, and emphasizes a 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio. They explicitly mention that all instructors are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, offering morning sessions focused on surf instruction, ocean safety, and beach games. Google reviews for 'Surf Camp LA' show a strong average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the instructors' patience, the camp's safety focus, and their children's improved surfing skills.

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Since 200620+ years operating

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
Established: 2006 (20 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Water Sports
Ages: 4–17
Hours: 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Address: 2100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Phone: (310) 795-2315
Email: surf@surfbadass.com
Cost notes: Week of half days (1 surfer): $425 ($250 + $175 base). Single half day: $125 ($100 + $25 base).

Runs 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM, 11 sessions (11 one-week), from Jun 8 to Aug 18.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 2 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 4 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 5 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 6 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 7 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 8 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 9 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 10 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $425
Session 11 Aug 17 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $425

↗ What parents like

Flexible scheduling
Lower cost

↘ Watch for

Less time in the water

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM

What ages does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM accept?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is open to children ages 4–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM cost?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM's hours?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM runs 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM provide lunch?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?: Surf Camp LA – Half Day AM is one of 49 water sports camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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