Summer Surf Camp Info

Ages

Our program is designed for males and females ages 5 and up. Although most of our campers are between the ages of 5 and 18, we have had many campers in their 20's and 30's and moms and dads who have enjoyed the camp and learned to surf along with the kids. Children under the age of 5 require one-on-one attention and benefit most from the private lesson format.

Campers are divided into smaller groups for surfing instruction based on age, so they are surfing with others in their own age group. Usually campers are broken down into 3 groups, each with a specific set of instructors--(1) ages 5-8; (2) ages 9-12; and (3) ages 13 and up. These groups may vary based upon the number and ages of campers in any particular session. Campers may be assigned to a different group based upon experience or by request.

Camp Activities

Our primary focus is on surfing instruction and practice. It is our goal to provide each camper with the confidence and knowledge to continue the great sport of surfing on his or her own after camp is over. For those who do not continue to surf, we hope that at the very least our camp will promote life long familiarity with the ocean and all it has to offer. And, of course, we strive to provide fun on the beach and in the ocean for all during our camp sessions.

In addition to instruction in surfing and related ocean sports, our activities will include:

beach and ocean games
education in ocean safety and awareness and marine biology
lessons in surf etiquette
competitive pointers
plenty of fun on the beautiful beaches of Port Aransas, Corpus Christi and Galveston Island State Park (on the west end of the island near Jamaica Beach)

Instructors

Our instructors are the pride of Texas Surf Camps and among the best in the world! All instructors are competent surfers and swimmers and are certified in CPR and First Aid. The Director and most of our Senior Instructors are certified lifeguards. Most of our instructors have been with us for several years, and several have been with us since day one! They are chosen, not only for their surfing and teaching ability and certifications, but also for their positive attitude, concern for safety and genuine interest in building confidence in each camper in the ocean environment and passing on with enthusiasm the great sport of surfing.

Visiting instructors may include representatives of the Surfrider Foundation and the Texas Gulf Surfing Association and other surf-related entities.

A Typical Day for the Texas Surf Camper - View Photo Gallery

8:45	Check-in, beach registration and order optional $5 lunch
9:00	Orientation-Break into age groups, ocean safety discussion, stretching exercises, warm-up run
9:30	Small group surf training begins
10:30	Morning break for rest, drinking water and sunscreen application
10:45	Surf training continues
11:45	Lunch time (bring your own or order at morning check-in) group discussions, sunscreen application
12:15	Surf training, free surfing with instructors, beach games and/or special events
1:45	Clean-up and prepare for pick-up
2:00	Pick-up by parents (don't be late!)

Lunch can be ordered for delivery to camp for $5 per day, Monday-Thursday. Payment can be made daily by 9am, or in advance for Monday through Thursday. It is a deli lunch with choice of meat, cheese and veggies, and includes chips and a cookie. We provide water all day and Gatorade (or similar product) for lunch. Each Friday we have a free pizza party at lunch.

If your child has food allergies, it is best to send lunch with them.

All surfing and beach equipment is provided (including surf boards). Each camper will receive a free surf camp t-shirt, and other goodies from Quiksilver/Roxy and Texas Surf Camps.

What to Bring

lunch in a cooler (**or order at check-in**)
backpack or beach bag with name
sunscreen
towel
wear your swim suit to camp

It is a great idea to write your name on your belongings. Our unclaimed lost and found collection is donated to charitable organizations at the end of each season, but parents would probably prefer to see these items return home!

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT EACH CAMPER WEAR A RASH GUARD (Lycra stretch shirt designed to be worn in the water). This helps to prevent sunburn and rashes that can develop on skin exposed to the surfboard surface. We have a limited supply available for sale at camp and can give you information on local stores where they can be purchased.

2012 Surf Camp Schedule

- All weekly sessions run Monday through Friday 8:45am to 2pm -

Port Aransas--
Session #1 - June 4-8
Session #2 - June 11-15
Session #3 - June 18-22
Session #4 - June 25-29
Session #5 - July 2-6
Session #6 - July 9-13
Session #7 - July 16-20
Session #8 - July 23-27
Session #9 - July30- August 3
Session #10- August 6-10
Session #11- August 13-17

Corpus Christi--
Session #1 - June 4-8
Session #2 - June 11-15
Session #3 - June 18-22
Session #4 - June 25-29
Session #5 - July 2-6
Session #6 - July 9-13
Session #7 - July 16-20
Session #8 - July 23-27
Session #9 - July30- August 3
Session #10- August 6-10
Session #11- August 13-17

Galveston--
Session #1 - June 4-8
Session #2 - June 11-15
Session #3 - June 18-22
Session #4 - June 25-29
Session #5 - July 2-6
Session #6 - July 9-13
Session #7 - July 16-20
Session #8 - July 23-27
Session #9 - July30- August 3
Session #10- August 6-10
Session #11- August 13-17

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Camp Rates--Monday-Friday camps

$300 per full one-week session
$70 per day for less than one full week
10% sibling discount for additional sibling after paid registration for first sibling We accept major credit cards, Texas checks and cash--there is a $25 fee for any returned check. Click on "Schedule" at left for information regarding early registration discounts, including our 10% early bird discount through March 31st.

ONE-DAY SATURDAY CAMPS

This year we are offering one-day Saturday camps at Horace Caldwell Pier in Port Aransas and at Galveston Island State Park in Galveston:

Port Aransas--
June 9
June 16
June 23
June 30
July 7
July 14
July 21
July 28
August 4
August 11

Galveston--
June 9
June 16
June 23
June 30
July 7
July 14
July 21
July 28
August 4
August 11

Fee: $60 per person per camp--No discounts apply Time: 8:45am-1pm
Surfboards and instructors provided. Free pizza lunch and t-shirt.
COME AND CHECK OUT OUR CAMPS. THESE ONE-DAY CAMPS RESEMBLE A DAY AT OUR WEEK-LONG SURF CAMPS.

Cancellation Policy

There is no fee for rescheduling from one event to another. If camp is cancelled due to weather, we will provide make-up days when possible and will allow rescheduling to any other session or credit for the next year without fee. In the event of cancellation without rescheduling or make-up, for any reason, we will provide a refund less a $10 per day administrative fee for each day cancelled.

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