Little Tunas: Scarborough’s 1.5‑Hour Surf Club for 5–8‑Year‑Olds

SCARBOROUGH SURF FIELD GUIDE

Little Tunas: Scarborough’s 1.5‑Hour Surf Club for 5–8‑Year‑Olds

A focused 1.5‑hour surf session run by Dexter’s Surf Shop that teaches children aged 5–8 to surf in a fun, educational setting — this guide explains what’s included and who it’s best for.

Little Tunas: Scarborough’s 1.5‑Hour Surf Club for 5–8‑Year‑Olds.

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Location
Scarborough
Operator
Dexter’s Surf Shop
Category
Surf
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join the Little Tunas Surf Club in Scarborough for a 1.5‑hour adventure where children aged 5 to 8 learn to surf in a supportive, fun, and educational environment. The program, run by Dexter’s Surf Shop, supplies all kit and is designed to build confidence and basic surf skills in the waves.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LESSON

Tailored 1.5‑Hour Sessions

Each session lasts 1.5 hours and focuses on giving young beginners structured, age-appropriate instruction so they can gain confidence in the water.

THE GEAR

All Kit Included

The Little Tunas sessions include kit provided by the operator so families don't need to bring boards or wetsuits to participate.

THE AGE GROUP

Designed for Young Surfers

The club is specifically for children aged 5–8; children aged 5 and under must have a parent or carer remain with them during the session.

What the day feels like

What It Feels Like

The session is an upbeat, instructor-led class where children receive hands-on guidance in a supportive group setting; the emphasis is on fun, safety, and building basic surfing skills over the course of the 1.5‑hour lesson.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits — and who should consider something else.

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Young Beginners (Ages 5–8)Ideal: the program is specifically structured for children in this age range to learn surf basics in a supportive environment.
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Parents of Young ChildrenIf you have a child aged 5 or under, a parent or carer must remain with them during the session, as required by the operator.
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Children Under 5Not an independent fit: children aged 5 and under must be accompanied by a parent or carer who stays with them for the session.
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Older Kids & AdultsNot suitable: the Little Tunas program is aimed at the 5–8 age bracket rather than older children or adult learners.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

All kit is provided by the operator for the session — families do not need to bring boards or wetsuits.

Equipment Provided

The price and session include the necessary kit as stated by the operator.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a Little Tunas session?

Each Little Tunas session runs for 1.5 hours.

What age is the Little Tunas Surf Club for?

The club is for children aged 5 to 8.

Do parents need to stay with younger children?

Yes — children aged 5 and under must have a parent or carer stay with them during the session.

How much does the session cost?

The listed rate is £17.50 per person, with all kit included.

Is equipment provided?

Yes — all kit is included with the session.

Who runs Little Tunas?

Little Tunas sessions are run by Dexter’s Surf Shop in Scarborough.