POINT PLEASANT SURF FIELD GUIDE
Little Wave Makers: A Two-Hour Intro to Surfing for Ages 4–7 at Point Pleasant
A focused two-hour program that teaches ocean safety and basic surfing skills for preschool-aged children, run from Maryland Ave Beach by Summertime Surf School.
Little Wave Makers: A Two-Hour Intro to Surfing for Ages 4–7 at Point Pleasant.
Keiki Surf Camp at Point Pleasant is a two-hour, age-targeted surf program that blends ocean-safety lessons and surfing fundamentals with play-based instruction designed for 4- to 7-year-olds; the curriculum—created by preschool teachers—places kids in tandem with instructors so they can feel the rhythm of a wave while building confidence in the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Play-Based Instruction Built for Little Learners
The program uses an original curriculum designed and taught by preschool teachers to introduce surf fundamentals, healthy habits and ocean safety in a format tailored to early childhood learning.
Tandem Surfing with Instructors
Children ride waves tandem with an instructor and, as confidence grows, may begin catching small waves independently; the hands-on approach gets kids in the water quickly while keeping instruction supportive.
Ocean Skills and Confidence
Beyond the technical basics, the camp emphasizes ocean safety and leaves students with improved comfort in the water and a boost of stoke for future sessions.
What the day feels like
What a Session Feels Like
A two-hour session unfolds as a quick, structured rhythm: gathering at the beach, short land-based games and safety drills, then guided time in the shallows where instructors run tandem rides and steady progression toward independent pops and catches—all paced for preschool attention spans and delivered with a focus on fun.
THE CURRICULUM
Play-Based Instruction Built for Little Learners
The program uses an original curriculum designed and taught by preschool teachers to introduce surf fundamentals, healthy habits and ocean safety in a format tailored to early childhood learning.
THE ACTION
Tandem Surfing with Instructors
Children ride waves tandem with an instructor and, as confidence grows, may begin catching small waves independently; the hands-on approach gets kids in the water quickly while keeping instruction supportive.
THE OUTCOME
Ocean Skills and Confidence
Beyond the technical basics, the camp emphasizes ocean safety and leaves students with improved comfort in the water and a boost of stoke for future sessions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run two hours: morning (9:30–11:30 a.m.) or afternoon (1:30–3:30 p.m.). Meet at Maryland Ave Beach in Point Pleasant for check-in.
Sunscreen applied, a towel, water bottle, ocean-appropriate swimwear, and a snack beforehand. Optional items: wetsuit and a beginner soft surfboard if you have them; fiberglass boards are reserved for intermediate/advanced classes.
Availability is limited; sign up in advance to secure a spot in the Keiki Surf Camp sessions.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can attend Keiki Surf Camp?
The program is designed specifically for children ages 4 to 7.
How long is each session?
Each session lasts two hours: choose the morning session (9:30–11:30 a.m.) or the afternoon session (1:30–3:30 p.m.).
Where do we meet for the camp?
Meet at Maryland Ave Beach in Point Pleasant for check-in before the session.
What should my child bring?
Arrive with sunscreen already applied, a towel, water bottle, ocean-appropriate swimwear and a full belly; optional items include a wetsuit or a beginner soft surfboard if you own one.
Are spots limited?
Yes—availability is limited, so sign up in advance to guarantee a place in the camp.
Can my child use a fiberglass board?
Fiberglass surfboards are reserved for intermediate and advanced classes; the keiki program uses soft, beginner-appropriate boards.