WILMINGTON SURF FIELD GUIDE
Wahine Week: Girls-Only Surf Camp on Wrightsville Beach
A weekday morning surf program for girls ages 9–16 that combines focused, certified instruction and beach skill drills; this guide lays out schedule, locations, and what to bring.
Wahine Week: Girls-Only Surf Camp on Wrightsville Beach.
Wahine Week Surf Camp is a girls-only surf program held at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, designed for girls ages 9–16. The camp pairs small cohorts with certified instructors for personalized coaching on the sand and in the shorebreak, while providing alternative beach activities when conditions require it.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Girls-only Surf Instruction
A dedicated, girls-only week of surf coaching at Wrightsville Beach for ages 9–16, aimed at beginners through advanced students and focused on building confidence and skill in small groups.
Certified instructors and a safety-first approach
CPR and First Aid certified instructors deliver the bulk of each 2.5-hour session as surf instruction, with a stated emphasis on safety and a minimum student-to-instructor ratio of 2:1.
Shorebreak drills and beach skills
When surf isn’t cooperating or students need a break, the camp runs bodysurfing, handplane drills, surf-mat riding, and relay games to build paddling, breath-hold, and ocean-safety skills.
What the day feels like
What a Week Feels Like
Each weekday morning campers gather for a focused 2.5-hour session that prioritizes hands-on time in the water. Instruction dominates the schedule, with drills and skill work tailored to each girl’s level; when conditions or energy dictate, the coaches switch to shore-based games and bodyboarding-style activities to keep progress and morale high.
THE EXPERIENCE
Girls-only Surf Instruction
A dedicated, girls-only week of surf coaching at Wrightsville Beach for ages 9–16, aimed at beginners through advanced students and focused on building confidence and skill in small groups.
SAFETY & TEACHING
Certified instructors and a safety-first approach
CPR and First Aid certified instructors deliver the bulk of each 2.5-hour session as surf instruction, with a stated emphasis on safety and a minimum student-to-instructor ratio of 2:1.
OFF-WAVE FUN
Shorebreak drills and beach skills
When surf isn’t cooperating or students need a break, the camp runs bodysurfing, handplane drills, surf-mat riding, and relay games to build paddling, breath-hold, and ocean-safety skills.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Camps run Monday through Friday each week of the summer, meeting from 8:00am to 10:30am daily (2.5 hours per day).
Sessions are held on Wrightsville Beach at designated public accesses on a rotating weekly schedule; verify whether your week is at Beach Access #2 or Beach Access #32.
Bring water, a light snack, sunscreen, a hat, a rash guard, a towel, and a warm change of clothes. Bring a personal surfboard if you want to learn on it; otherwise equipment is provided.
Each camp caps at 10 students per session with a stated minimum student-to-instructor ratio of 2:1; arrangements for odd numbers of students may vary based on surf conditions.
Full refunds or credits are issued for camper cancellations with at least 48 hours’ notice before the start date; cancellations under 48 hours receive credit only. Operator cancellations due to weather or poor surf result in full refund or credit.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages is Wahine Week for?
Wahine Week is for girls ages 9–16.
Is the camp girls-only?
Yes — Wahine Week is a girls-only surf camp.
When and for how long does camp meet each day?
Camp runs Monday through Friday each week of the summer from 8:00am to 10:30am, for 2.5 hours per day.
How many students are in each camp and what is the supervision ratio?
Each camp is limited to 10 students total, and the program maintains a minimum student-to-instructor ratio of 2:1; odd numbers may be adjusted based on surf conditions.
What should my child bring?
Bring water, a light snack, sunscreen, a hat, a rash guard, a towel, and a warm change of clothes. If you prefer your child to learn on their own board, bring it; otherwise boards and equipment are provided.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Full refunds or credits are issued for cancellations at least 48 hours before camp start. Cancellations under 48 hours receive credit only. No-shows are not refunded. If the operator cancels due to foul weather or poor surf, a full refund (lessons) or full credit (camps) will be issued.