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▌ Aquatic · Ages 5–18

Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park

La Jolla · $595/week · ★ 3.8 (21 reviews)

Fulcrum Surf offers beginner surf camps at La Jolla Shores Park, providing daily instruction, equipment, and a focus on ocean safety for young surfers.

▌ Editor's read The Fulcrum Surf website loads correctly and provides details for their San Diego Beginner Surf Camp. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Fulcrum Surf, founded by Chris Clark, has been operating for over 20 years, indicating significant experience in surf instruction. They explicitly state a 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio and mention that all instructors are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, running from 9 AM to 12 PM, and includes all necessary equipment. Google reviews for 'Fulcrum Surf' show a strong average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the instructors' patience, effectiveness, and the positive learning environment for children.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. aquatic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Aquatic
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Address: 8400 El Paseo Grande, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Phone: (858) 230-6441
  • Cost notes: Earlybird Pricing $595 (expires on April 18th)

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park

What ages does Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park accept?
Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park is open to children ages 5–18. 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 Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park cost?
Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park publishes $595/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park's hours?
Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park runs 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park?
Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park 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 Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park provide lunch?
Beginner Summer Surf Camp San Diego - La Jolla Shores Park 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.

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