ISLE OF PALMS SURF FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours of Morning Swells: Isle of Palms Kids Summer Surf Program
A weeklong, weekday morning program (9–11 a.m.) that teaches ocean safety, surfing technique and wave catching for 8–16-year-olds, finishing with a parent-watched surf contest and prizes.
Two Hours of Morning Swells: Isle of Palms Kids Summer Surf Program.
On the wide, sunlit beaches of Isle of Palms, Salt Marsh Surf runs a focused kids’ surf week that turns nervous first-timers into confident wave riders. Over two hours each morning, participants practice on land, learn ocean safety and surf technique, and spend time catching waves and making friends before a final-day surf contest that invites parents to watch.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two focused morning hours, Monday–Friday
Sessions run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. each weekday, giving kids a short, consistent block of instruction and practice designed for steady progress without wearing them out.
Land drills, ocean safety and surfing technique
Each day blends beach-based practice with in-water time so kids learn paddling, positioning and how to catch a wave, all paired with core ocean-safety instruction.
A family-friendly surf contest with prizes
The week culminates in a surf contest on the final day; parents are invited to watch and every participant takes home a prize.
What the day feels like
What a Week on the Beach Feels Like
Mornings begin at the shoreline of 21st Avenue, where instructors lead warm-ups and land drills before moving into short in-water sessions. Breaks and an optional snack slot keep energy up; by week’s end the program folds into an upbeat surf contest where kids show what they’ve learned and collect prizes.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a water bottle; a snack is optional. Wear a bathing suit and apply sunscreen before arrival.
Sessions are two hours long each morning, with time allocated for land practice, in-water surfing and breaks.
The program meets on the beach at 21st Avenue on the Isle of Palms each morning of the week.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can join the program?
The program is for children ages 8 to 16.
When does the program run each day?
Sessions run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Monday through Friday.
Where do you meet each morning?
The Kids Summer Surf Program meets on the beach at 21st Avenue on the Isle of Palms each morning.
What should my child bring?
Bring a water bottle; a snack is optional. Please wear a bathing suit and sunscreen.
Is there a final event for parents to watch?
Yes — on the last day of each program parents are invited to watch the surf contest, and each participant receives a prize.
How long is each daily session?
Each session is two hours long.