Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve never surfed before. Can I still come for a lesson or camp?

Absolutely! We specialize in teaching all levels from beginner lessons for first timers to coaching for the experienced surfer.

Can I book a lesson/camp over the phone?

All registrations must be completed online for privacy and security reasons. If you are having trouble booking, please contact us.

What if I can’t make it for the full week camp?

Our full-day and half-day camps are offered as 5-day weeks or single day options. You can not purchase a week and split it into days.

Can I sign up for a full week of camp and spread out the days throughout the summer?

This is not an option. One week of camp is available only for the full week, Monday-Friday. However, we do offer daily registrations and private lessons.

Is there a minimum or maximum age for students?

For all camps and private surf lessons the minimum age is 5 years old, and there is no upper age limit. If your child is 4 years old and would like to take a lesson or go to camp please call the office 516-318-3993.

I’m not a good swimmer. Can I still learn how to surf?

Yes, you can, but for adults, you should be able to tread water. For kids please have them let the instructor know if they are not a good swimmer. For the younger kids, the yellow group, campers will be in the water one-on-one with an instructor.

What do I need to bring for my surf lesson or camp?

You will need gear for a normal beach day- arrive in a bathing suit, bring towel, sunscreen, lunch and a drink to stay hydrated. A board and rashguard are provided for all camps and lessons. If you would like to stay on the beach please bring chairs, umbrella’s and everything you need for a fun day. Chair & umbrella rental is available at our Long Beach location with Beach Comfort Chair and Umbrella rental.

Do I need my own surfboard?

No. We will provide you with any necessary equipment for surfing including a surfboard and a rash guard.

What kind of boards do you use?

We exclusively use Liquid Shredder Soft-Top Boards. We usually carry 7, 8, and 9 foot boards. We’ve found Liquid Shredder to be the easiest board to learn with, allowing you to nail-down the fundamentals before transitioning to high-performance boards. Half and All-Day Camps: To keep everyone safe, you must use the boards we provide. Lessons and High Performance Camp: You can bring your own board or use one of ours.

Can I request my instructor for my lesson?

Yes, we always welcome requests for instructors. We cannot guarantee the instructors availability, but we will do our best to make it happen.

Do I have to be and experienced surfer or a beginner for the Group Class?

This group, like all of our other lessons, is open to all levels of experience! However, we do not recommend small children (younger than 10 years old) join this class.

How many people are in the Weekend Group Class?

Enrollment for our Group Lessons tends to change week to week. The group can be as small as 2 people, and will max out at 20 people. An average sized class is about 8 -15 people.

Is there a minimum or maximum age for the Weekend Group Class?

Yes. The recommended minimum age for the group class is 14 years old. There is no upper age limit.

What happens if it rains when we’re surfing?

We love surfing in the rain! It’s safe as long as there’s no lightning and, let’s face it- you’re already wet. If the conditions do not permit, we will reschedule your lesson or camp day. We will notify you if we have to cancel due to unsafe weather conditions.

What if the surf conditions are unsafe?

If surf conditions are unsafe (ex: strong rip currents, strong winds, high surf advisory) you will be notified via email and/or text (if opted in for text notifications) as soon as possible. We will always post to our social media sites and update our website with these updates as well.

Can I cancel my lesson if something comes up?

Please see Terms & Conditions for information on Camp Cancellation.

For Lessons, you may modify your reservation up to 48 hours in advance, after which, there are no refunds or cancellations allowed.

Can I cancel or transfer my surf camp if something comes up?

You may transfer up to 2 weeks before your session start date. If a camp cancellation request is received…

Within 24 hours of registration
1. Refund or Account Credit: You have the option to receive an account credit or refund back to the original card.
90 Days or More Before Camp Start Date
1. Account Credit: The price you paid will be fully credited to your account without any fees removed. Credit expires after 2 years from issuance. Price differences may apply to future registrations, which you will be responsible for.
2. Refund: Full refund to the original card minus a $50 administrative fee per camper.
More than 30 Days Before Camp Start Date
1. Account Credit: The price you paid will be fully credited to your account without any fees removed. Credit expires after 2 years from issuance. Price differences may apply to future registrations, which you will be responsible for.
2. Refund: 75% of camp tuition (not inclusive of fees you may have paid during registration).
15 to 30 Days Before Camp Start Date
1. Account Credit: The price you paid will be fully credited to your account without any fees removed. Expires after 2 years. Price differences may apply to future registrations.
2. Refund: 50% of the camp fees (not inclusive of fees you may have paid during registration).
14 Days or Less Before Camp Start Date
1. No Credits / Refunds.
  1. Exceptions: Medical Emergency – Doctor’s note required. Must be delivered prior to session start date. No refund will be issued. If your child has a medical emergency, please email [email protected] with relevant documents. We will handle each request on a case-by-case basis.

What happened to the Adult Camp?

Adult Camp is no longer offered. We’ve switched to a group-lesson model (similar to adult camp) to provide a better experience to our adult surfers.

Does my child need a physical to participate in camp?

We do ask general medical questions on our camp registration form for our records, but it is not required to have a physical to participate in camp.

Will my child be in the water for all of camp?

Four hours straight in the water is a long time and unreasonable for most people. To keep things safe (and engaging), we split the kids up based on age and rotate them in 30-minute sessions between surfing and beach activities. Activities are designed to supplement surf education (agility, swimming, balance, etc.).