OGUNQUIT SURF FIELD GUIDE
Thursday Kids Surf Night: An Ogunquit After‑School Wave Clinic
Ages 6–14; a 1.5‑hour, instructor‑led surf session in Ogunquit with wetsuits and boards provided—this guide explains meeting logistics, what to expect, and how parents factor in.
Thursday Kids Surf Night: An Ogunquit After‑School Wave Clinic.
Liquid Dreams’ Kids Night brings children ages 6–14 into the Maine surf with an hour‑and‑a‑half guided session that covers paddling, standing, riding, and ocean safety under a 3:1 student‑to‑instructor ratio.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Skills First: Paddling, Stance and Wave Selection
Instructors focus on foundational skills—paddling, how to stand, riding technique, ocean safety and choosing waves—so kids leave with practical competency rather than just splashing around.
Shop Outfitting, Paperwork, and Transport
Families meet at the Liquid Dreams shop to be outfitted with wetsuits and boards and to complete required paperwork before children are transported to the beach for the session.
Small Groups: Focused Instruction
The program maintains a 3:1 student‑to‑instructor ratio to keep attention on each child’s progress and safety in the water.
What the day feels like
What an Evening on the Water Feels Like
After meeting at the shop for fittings and paperwork, kids head down to the beach for a concentrated 90 minutes of coached surfing. The cadence is practical and brisk—skills drills, guided attempts at catching small waves, and ongoing emphasis on ocean awareness—delivered by instructors assigned at a 3:1 ratio.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Check‑in at the Liquid Dreams shop is at 5:00pm; the surf session runs Thursday evenings and the on‑water portion lasts 1.5 hours (typically 5:30–7:00pm).
Wetsuits and boards are provided and children are outfitted at the shop; parents complete required paperwork at check‑in.
Kids nights must be booked in advance and are open to children ages 6–14; parents must attend check‑in with their child to complete paperwork.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages are eligible for Kids Night?
The program is open to children ages 6–14.
When and where do we meet for check‑in?
Parents and children must come to the Liquid Dreams shop at 5:00pm for outfitting and paperwork prior to the beach session.
How long is the surf session?
The on‑water portion is 1.5 hours (the overall evening runs from about 5:30–7:00pm for the beach session).
Is equipment provided?
Yes—wetsuits and boards are provided and children are outfitted at the shop before heading to the beach.
Do parents need to come?
Yes—parents must attend the shop check‑in to handle paperwork and fittings; they are also welcome to join or watch at the beach.
How many instructors per child?
Instruction is delivered at a 3:1 student‑to‑instructor ratio.