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Learn to Surf at Ocean Experience Surf School San Diego

The Ultimate San Diego Surf Lesson at Ocean Experience Surfing School

Thanks for visiting Ocean Experience Surf School! We appreciate your interest and hope to have the opportunity to meet you soon. Whether you are interested in trying out a new watersport for the first time, booking camp for the kids or planning a corporate event, Ocean Experience can meet all of your outdoor activity needs.
 
We provide: - Lessons (Private, Individual, Group) - Rentals - Adult Clinics - Youth Camps - Baja Adventure Tours - Surf & Skate Clubs - Group and Corporate Events - Birthday Parties - Field Trips - and much more! "Increase your Ocean Experience and make this the year you learn to surf for life."
 
Founded in 1990, Ocean Experience has become San Diego's oldest and most qualified surf school. We offer the finest instructional ocean water training programs available, including surfing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. Throughout the years, our camps, lessons, clinics and adventure tours have maintained the highest standard of quality instruction. We have developed a surf training program that builds confidence, ensures success and empowers students of all ages and abilities to surf for life. Ocean Experience is also fully insured and permitted by the City of San Diego.
 
Please feel free to contact us at (619) 225-2317 or email us at obsurfshop@yahoo.com with any questions.
                          

San Diego Surf School Camp

2013 Summer Full Day Surf Camp

Times: 9am to 3:00pm
Location: Ocean Beach
Cost: $395

Details: Our San Diego Surf Camp builds confidence while you develop new ocean water skills. Ocean Experience surfing camps offer the most comprehensive surf instruction available. Learn proper surfing techniques, surfboard shaping, skateboarding, skimboarding, surf etiquette, oceanography, water safety and get a glimpse into San Diego surf culture. Surfing sessions are taught by an experienced and professional staff that will carefully and thoroughly guide you to success on the waves. A love of the water begins with a solid foundation of learning and Ocean Experience San Diego Surf Camps is the absolute best place to learn to surf in San Diego. 

Activities  Include:  surfing,  stand-up paddleboarding, skimboarding, body surfing, kayaking, Indo Board balance training, tide pools, snorkeling, marine science,  beach  games,  oceanography, surf  history,  board shaping  &  repair workshops, guest speakers, Free T-Shirt, Friday BBQ,  awards &  more...
 
We Provide all the neccessary equipment and the most highly trained staff available. Sessions run Mon thru Fri from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Summer Full Day Surf Camp Dates

  • Session 1: 6/17 - 6/21 Session 2: 6/24 - 6/28 Session 3: 7/1 - 7/5
    Session 4: 7/8 - 7/12 Session 5: 7/15 - 7/19 Session 6: 7/22 - 7/26
    Session 7: 7/29 - 8/2 Session 8: 8/5 - 8/9 Session 9: 8/12 - 8/16
    Session 10: 8/19 - 8/23 Session 11: 8/26 - 8/30  

San Diego Summer Surf Camp Learn to Surf San Diego

Surf Camp photography by Mayer Optics. Surf Sessions will be held at the OB Pier. For more information please contact San Diego Surf Shop Ocean Beach Surf and Skate at 619-225-2317.  You may also sign up and pay online today to reserve your spot! 

 

Ocean Experience Summer Skateboard Camp
2013 Half Day Summer Skateboard Camp

Times: 1pm to 4pm
Location: Ocean Beach
Cost: $250
 
Details: skate camp provides an introduction to skateboarding using our proven, skill progression method of instruction. Campers will learn proper technique, positioning and balance as well as functional tricks such as ollies, kickflips and shove-its.  Lunch is not provided.
 

Summer Half Day Skate Camp Dates

Session 1: 6/17 - 6/21 Session 2: 6/24 - 6/28 Session 3: 7/1 - 7/5
Session 4: 7/8 - 7/12 Session 5: 7/15 - 7/19 Session 6: 7/22 - 7/26
Session 7: 7/29 - 8/2 Session 8: 8/5 - 8/9 Session 9: 8/12 - 8/16
Session 10: 8/19 - 8/23 Session 11: 8/26 - 8/30  
Learn to Surf at Ocean Experience Summer Surfing Camp Half Day Skateboard Camp
 

San Diego Surf Camp
Half Day Surf Camp:

Times: 9am to 12pm 
Location: South Mission Beach and Ocean Beach
Cost: $250
 
Details: half day surf camp provides an introduction to the fundamentals of surfing using our proven, five step surf skill progression method of instruction.  Campers will learn balance techniques, paddling, the pop-up, how to catch waves and oceanography/water safety.  The focus of camp will be catching waves and wave riding. Lunch is not provided.

Summer Half Day Surf Camp Dates

Session 1: 6/17 - 6/21 Session 2: 6/24 - 6/28 Session 3: 7/1 - 7/5
Session 4: 7/8 - 7/12 Session 5: 7/15 - 7/19 Session 6: 7/22 - 7/26
Session 7: 7/29 - 8/2 Session 8: 8/5 - 8/9 Session 9: 8/12 - 8/16
Session 10: 8/19 - 8/23 Session 11: 8/26 - 8/30  

San Diego Half Day Surf Camp Learn to Surf San DIego Surf School


San Diego Surf and Skate Camp

Full Day Surf & Skate Combo Camp:

Times: 9am to 12pm (surf) AND 1pm to 4pm (skate)
Location: Mission Beach and Ocean Beach
Cost: $395
 
*NOTE: if you are signing up your child for surf only or skate only, please use the registration forms for half day surf camp or half day skate camp
 
Details: Surf & Skate combo camp provides a comprehensive introduction to both surfing and skating.  The surf portion of camps teaches student the fundamentals of surfing using our proven, five step surf skill progression method of instruction.  Campers will learn balance techniques, paddling, the pop-up, how to catch waves and oceanography/water safety. The skate camp portion provides an introduction to skateboarding using our proven, skill progression method of instruction. Campers will learn proper technique, positioning and balance as well as functional tricks such as ollies, kickflips and shove-its.

Summer Full Day Surf and Skate Camp Dates

Session 1: 6/17 - 6/21 Session 2: 6/24 - 6/28 Session 3: 7/1 - 7/5
Session 4: 7/8 - 7/12 Session 5: 7/15 - 7/19 Session 6: 7/22 - 7/26
Session 7: 7/29 - 8/2 Session 8: 8/5 - 8/9 Session 9: 8/12 - 8/16
Session 10: 8/19 - 8/23 Session 11: 8/26 - 8/30  

Full Day Summer Surf and Skate Camp San Diego Surf School

Additional Details Applicable to ALL Camps:

- Before and aftercare is available for all campers from 7:30am to 9am and from 3:30pm to 5:30pm; the cost is $15 per day for the morning session or afternoon session or $25 for both sessions.
 
- All campers must check in by an instructor at the beginning of each day and and must have a waiver/registration form signed by a parent.  All campers must also be checked out at the end of each day.  If you are having a third party, such as a babysitter or relative, drop your child off at camp, you must provide written authorization allowing that specific person to do so.
 
- Camp must be paid for in full before camp begins.
 
- If you purchased camp through a daily deal website (Living Social, Groupon, etc.) you must bring your voucher with you on the first day of camp.
 
- A confirmation email will be sent to parents the week prior to camp.  It will include all relevant details as to pick up and drop off, directions, camp schedules etc.