Surf, swim, sail, and explore marine life at the best water-based camps in Long Beach, OC, and LA. Perfect for kids who love the ocean!
Long Beach – Summer sailing camp for ages 8-18. Participants learn to rig their own sailboat, sail on their own, and eventually participate in a race. They also learn how weather, wind, and sailboats work. Four sessions: June 17 – August 9. Read More
Huntington Beach – Campers learn ocean safety and surfing fundamentals in a fun, group setting. Wetsuits and surfboards are provided, plus everyone receives a free t-shirt. Junior Camp (ages 5-9), Surf Camp (ages 8-13) and Boogie Camp (ages 5-11). June 4 – August 22, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – The City of Long Beach offers kids (ages 5-12) a season filled with games, crafts, fitness, and fun at multiple parks across the city. With flexible hours, financial assistance, and exciting activities, it’s the perfect place for summer adventures. Read More
Long Beach – Long Beach Sea Base’s Summer Aquatics Camp invites kids (grades 2-5) to enjoy sailing, kayaking, STEM, beach play, and more in a safe and exciting waterfront environment. June 23 – August 15. Read More
Long Beach – Pools of Hope and LBCC invite kids (ages 5-17) to enjoy two weeks of free aquatic and recreational fun this summer, with sessions running from June 24 – August 2. Spots are limited! Read More
Greater Long Beach Area- Aqualand offers four summer programs where kids can enjoy summer on the water including Bay Camp (ages 6-10), Ocean Prep (ages 6-12), and Surf Camp (ages 8 and up). June – August. Read More
Irvine – One-week summer camp for youth (ages 6-13) at Wild Rivers Waterpark. Campers learn lifesaving skills, plus get to go on some of the park’s waterslides. June 9 – August 11, 2025. Read More
Santa Monica – Weekly themed Science Camp for kids (grades K-8) participate in hands-on experiments, activities, games, crafts, and animal discovery and exploration. June 27 – July 18. Read More
Newport Beach – Newport Sea Base offers a variety of summer programs and classes for kids and teens (ages 5-17) from bay and ocean fishing, sailing, rowing, kayaking to woodworking, oceanography, and engineering. June 9 – August 15, 2025. Read More
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