CURRACLOE WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Curracloe’s Shack Camps: Surf, Sand and Small‑Group Sea Education for Ages 6–16
Weekly summer programs run from The Surf Shack at Curracloe Beach offering 3‑ and 5‑day (and shorter) camp options teaching paddleboarding, sand‑boarding, beach games and coastal ecology—all gear provided.
Curracloe’s Shack Camps: Surf, Sand and Small‑Group Sea Education for Ages 6–16.
On the broad sands of Curracloe, The Surf Shack stages Shack Camps each summer for kids aged 6–16, blending paddleboarding, sand‑boarding and beach games with focused eco‑education. The program emphasizes safety and small instructor groups while delivering a mix of play and learning about winds, waves, tides, dune systems and local wildlife.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
All equipment supplied
Participants arrive ready to learn—The Surf Shack provides all necessary gear so kids only need to bring swimwear and a towel, with a raincoat recommended for wet mornings.
Small groups, safety first
Camps run with a strict instructor-to-student ratio—operators cap groups to keep instruction close and safe—making the program suitable for kids across the 6–16 age range.
Hands-on coastal education
Beyond activity skills, Shack Camps teach wave formation, winds and tides, dune systems and biodiversity—turning the beach into an outdoor classroom in all weather conditions.
What the day feels like
What a day at Shack Camps feels like
A typical session begins at The Surf Shack with check‑in and a safety briefing, moves quickly onto warm‑ups on the sand, then introduces the day’s core activity—be it paddleboarding, sand‑boarding or beach games—woven with short eco‑education segments before a group recap and return to base.
THE KIT
All equipment supplied
Participants arrive ready to learn—The Surf Shack provides all necessary gear so kids only need to bring swimwear and a towel, with a raincoat recommended for wet mornings.
THE SAFE CHOICE
Small groups, safety first
Camps run with a strict instructor-to-student ratio—operators cap groups to keep instruction close and safe—making the program suitable for kids across the 6–16 age range.
THE CLASSROOM
Hands-on coastal education
Beyond activity skills, Shack Camps teach wave formation, winds and tides, dune systems and biodiversity—turning the beach into an outdoor classroom in all weather conditions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who these camps suit—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Shack Camps run every week in summer with a number of start times; the most popular formats are 3‑day and 5‑day options though you can book any number of days. Individual daily sessions generally last about 1.5–2 hours.
Participants should bring swimwear ('togs') and a towel; if it's raining on arrival bring a raincoat. All other equipment is provided by the operator.
Meet at The Surf Shack on Curracloe Beach. Camps are very popular and operate with a maximum of eight students per instructor, so booking in advance is recommended.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can my son or daughter join if they can't swim?
Yes. Non‑swimmers can join Shack Camps but must wear a buoyancy aid or be accompanied by an adult for any water activities.
What ages are Shack Camps for?
Camps are designed for children aged 6–16.
Do I need to bring boards or wetsuits?
No—The Surf Shack supplies all necessary gear for camp activities; families only need to bring togs and a towel and a raincoat if needed.
How long is each daily session?
Daily sessions typically run between 1.5 and 2 hours.
How many days can I book?
There are flexible booking options; the most popular choices are 3‑day and 5‑day programs, but you can book however many days you like.
Are the camps safe and well supervised?
Yes. Camps operate with a maximum of eight students per instructor to keep groups safe and well supervised; safety briefings are standard at every session.