SAN DIEGO SURF FIELD GUIDE
Grom Team September Intensive — Three Weeks of Focused, High‑Performance Surf Coaching in San Diego
A concentrated, three‑week program of advanced coaching for experienced young surfers—this guide lays out the structure, skill focuses, and logistics you need to decide if the Grom Team is the next step.
Grom Team September Intensive — Three Weeks of Focused, High‑Performance Surf Coaching in San Diego.
In San Diego, where late‑summer swells can swing from forgiving to fierce, Summertime Surf School runs the Grom Team September Intensive: a three‑week, after‑school coaching program designed for experienced, independent young surfers who want to sharpen technique, strategy, and competitive edge through focused sessions, video review, and individualized goal setting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Five Pillars of High‑Performance Development
Coaching targets five core areas—individual goal setting, forecasting and preparation, video review, body mechanics and technique, and competitive heat strategy—delivered in structured sessions that push technique and decision‑making in real surf.
A Tight, Three‑Week Intensive
The program runs across three weeks in early September with regularly scheduled late‑afternoon practices and curated make‑up days to account for San Diego’s variable late‑summer conditions, keeping progression steady even when the surf shifts.
Built for Serious Young Surfers
Summertime’s Grom Teams are intended for serious junior athletes—experienced, independent surfers who want to convert raw potential into consistent performance; spots are currently open to Level 3 and Level 4 participants, with Level 2 considered if demand allows.
What the day feels like
What the Intensive Feels Like
Late‑summer afternoons bring focused, 90‑minute sessions where small groups work through tailored drills, video analysis, and coached scrimmages; each practice is oriented around measurable goals so athletes leave each day with concrete technical or tactical takeaways.
THE COACHING
Five Pillars of High‑Performance Development
Coaching targets five core areas—individual goal setting, forecasting and preparation, video review, body mechanics and technique, and competitive heat strategy—delivered in structured sessions that push technique and decision‑making in real surf.
THE STRUCTURE
A Tight, Three‑Week Intensive
The program runs across three weeks in early September with regularly scheduled late‑afternoon practices and curated make‑up days to account for San Diego’s variable late‑summer conditions, keeping progression steady even when the surf shifts.
THE ATHLETES
Built for Serious Young Surfers
Summertime’s Grom Teams are intended for serious junior athletes—experienced, independent surfers who want to convert raw potential into consistent performance; spots are currently open to Level 3 and Level 4 participants, with Level 2 considered if demand allows.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The September Intensive runs across a three‑week span in early September with practices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the late afternoon; Fridays are reserved as make‑up days and a short contingency week may be used if necessary.
Refer to Summertime’s Program Guide and website for the operator’s recommended equipment and pre‑session preparation; contact the school directly to confirm specifics for athletes.
Pricing options are published by the operator: $360 for the full three‑week program, $275 for two days per week, and $165 for one day per week; email the school to schedule a consultation and confirm registration.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the September Intensive take place?
The Intensive runs from September 2nd through September 18th, with regularly scheduled sessions and make‑up options.
What days and times are the practices?
Practices are held Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 pm to 5:45 pm; Fridays are reserved as make‑up days for cancelled sessions.
Who is eligible to join the Grom Team September Intensive?
The program is intended for experienced, independent young surfers and is currently open to Level 3 and Level 4 athletes; Level 2 may be considered if there is enough interest.
What are the program costs?
Pricing is $360 for the full three‑week program, $275 for two days per week, and $165 for one day per week.
What happens if sessions are cancelled due to surf?
Fridays are used as make‑up days, and if all nine sessions cannot be completed by September 18th, the program may use the week of September 23rd–25th to finish remaining sessions.
How can I confirm whether my young surfer is ready for the Grom Team?
Email [email protected] to schedule a phone consultation with one of the program directors to assess readiness and discuss level placement.
What happens after the September Intensive?
The operator’s Fall‑Winter‑Spring season begins in October, at which point coaching sessions are scheduled based on the surf forecast and are run when waves are suitable.