Camp · Water Sports · Ages 13–17 · $600/week
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▌ Water Sports · Ages 13–17

Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program

Santa Monica · $600/week · ★ 4.9 (117 reviews)

CIT program for teens to develop leadership skills and assist with surf camp activities.

▌ Editor's read The Aqua Surf Camp website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering day camps for ages 5-17 in Los Angeles. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Founded by Robert Miller, the camp has been operating for 25 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They explicitly mention a staff-to-student ratio of 1:4 and state that all instructors are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks. The program focuses on surf instruction, ocean safety, and character development. Google reviews indicate a strong reputation, with a 4.9-star rating from over 100 reviews, frequently praising the instructors' patience and effectiveness. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles @aquasurfcamp are active on Instagram and Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–17

Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in water sports, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Water Sports
  • Ages: 13–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  • Phone: (310) 428-0128
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $600/week. Multi-week discounts available.

↗ What parents like

  • Leadership and work skill development
  • Spend time outdoors and surfing
  • Minimum two-week program

↘ Watch for

  • Strict punctuality policy
  • No drop-in days or make-up days

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program

What ages does Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program accept?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program is open to children ages 13–17. 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 Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program cost?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program publishes $600/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program's hours?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program is operated by a private business, with 25 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 Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program provide lunch?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program 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 Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program compare to other water sports camps in Santa Monica?
Aqua Surf Camp – CIT Program is one of 49 water sports camps in Santa Monica 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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