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Join us for the best and most trusted surf camp in South Florida. Island Camps has over 40 years of experience in surf lessons, surf camps, and surf trips. This year we are brining our camp to Boynton Beach.
Our instructors love to share their knowledge of the ocean and teach kids how to surf!! Our goal is to empower the youth to live a healthy and fun lifestyle while respecting our beaches and our ocean. Our surf camps are open to all skill levels. Whether you are learning how to pop up or perfecting your bottom turn, we have the instructors you need to take your surfing to the next level.

Ages:
5-14

Times:
imes:
Drop off  8:30 AM - 9 AM
Full Day Camp 9 AM - 3 PM
Half Day Camp 9 AM - 12 PM
Half Day Pick Up 12 PM - 12:30 PM
Full Day Pick up 3 PM - 3:30 PM
Aftercare 3 PM - 5 PM 
 
Boynton Beach Resident Pricing
Weekly Full-Day Rate: $329*
Weekly Half-Day Rate: $229
Daily Rate: $99
Aftercare: $20/day (Available with 24 hour notice)
 
Non-Resident Pricing
Weekly Full-Day Rate: $411*
Weekly Half-Day Rate: $299
Daily Rate: $124
 Aftercare: $25/day (Available with 24 hour notice)
 

HOW TO REGISTER FOR BOYNTON BEACH SURF CAMP


To register online you will need a user name and password for the City of Boynton Beach Webtrac system.
 
If you do not have a login created please call the City of Boynton Beach Recreation Department at  (561)742-6650. They will provide you with your login credentials to be able to register online. Please have a valid id available and proof of residency if you are a resident.

 

Then, follow these steps:

  1. Head to the City of Boynton Beach Parks & Recreation page here: https://www.boynton-beach.org/recreation/recreation-registration
  2. Choose your registration type - New Customer Registration (if you have never registered for a City of Boynton Beach program on their website) or Find Recreation Program (for returning customers).

3. If returning, click on camps one you click the "Find Recreation Program" image 

4. Click on surf camp and tick box of week(s) you would like to attend. Then select add to cart. You will be asked to sign into your account to complete registration.

5. If you are not registered, complete the registration form.. After your application is processed, you will receive two follow-up emails with instructions for online registration. Please allow up to 48 hours for your request to be processed.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • An introduction to the greatest sport on earth
  • CPR and First Aid certified surf instructors
  • Student to staff ratio of 6 to 1
  • Soft, foam surfboards, great for first time surfers
  • Stand Up Paddle boards
  • Skimboards

FULL WEEK CAMPERS ALSO RECEIVE:

Each camper will receive a professional photo shot by professional surf photographer Chris Beman of Slave to the Wave

  • O'Neill SPF 50 Lycra (rashguard)
  • Island Camps Sports Pack on Friday which Includes:
    • Swag from our Sponsors
    • Coupons to Island Water Sports
    • Stickers

 

RAINY & FLAT DAY ALTERNATIVES

Lets face it, we live in South Florida. It’s a harsh reality but its gonna be flat most the summer! Floridians also are used to a quick afternoon summer storm before the sun comes out for the rest of the day. In the event of bad weather, camp still goes on. However should there be thunder and lightning we take the kids off the beach immediately and seek shelter under the covered pavilion.  There we are safe to do arts and crafts and play games with the kids till the bad weather passes and it is safe to return to the beach. Plus...worry not my future shredders. We have a ton of fun and radical ways to make sure the fun never stops at surf camp.

DISCOUNTS

EARLY REGISTRATION

Sign up early and save $50 per week.

  • Summer early registration ends May 1st.
  • Winter Early Registration ends December 1st.
  • Spring break early registration ends February 1st

Early discounts are only valid on full week of full-day camp and can not be combined. Discounts can not be applied to day rates, half-day weekly rates, after care, or Create-A-Skate.

MULTIPLE CHILDREN/MULTIPLE WEEKS

Receive a 10% discount for signing up your child for more than one week.  If you've got more than one child, the second and following children each get 10% off each week.

Example:  1 Child, 2 weeks of camp... No discount the first week; 10% discount the 2nd and following weeks.

Example:  2 Children, 1 week of camp... No discount the first child; 10% discount the 2nd child.

Discounts cannot be combined.  If you receive the Early Registration discount, the multi-week discount will not apply. 

 
 
 
Lessons are provided by Island Surf & Sport, Inc. in partnership with the City of Deerfield Beach.
"This is the 2nd summer of my daughter doing this surf camp and it won’t be the last! She loves it! Even if the waves aren’t cooperating the instructors keep the campers having plenty of fun with beach games, wave mat, or tubing. The instructors really love the kids and have a ton of fun with them. My daughter is really getting the hang of surfing now. See ya next summer!"
-Michelle (Annapolis, Maryland)
 
"Zane had the best experience as a 1st time surf camper. The one-on-one interaction as each child tried their 1st wave was irreplaceable. But, the best part was watching how the counselors always addressed nonproductive behavior w/a quick & to the point talk ending w/a smile & high five!"
-Cynthia W
 
"Excellent camp for all ages. My 12 year old just finished a week with Island Camps...the counselors were attentive, fun and made sure many different activities were planned as well as surfing. The visit to Gumbo Limbo and tubing in the ocean were top of the list. Highly recommend!"
-Sian M

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS THE AGE FOR CAMPERS?

Our camp is great for ages 5 -14. Special accommodations can be made for younger campers, pending a swim test to verify that the are strong swimmers.

ARE THERE LIFEGUARDS AT CAMP?

Yes, there is a Island Camps Lifeguard on duty at all times during camp and all Island Camps surf instructors are CPR and AED certified.  In addition there is an on duty city lifeguard located directly behind the camp area.

WHAT TIME IS CAMP DROP OFF?

You should arrive at camp between 8:45 am - 9:00 am

WHAT TIME IS CAMP PICK UP?

Pick up is between 3:00 pm - 3:15 PM  

Aftercare is provided 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

WHAT SHOULD WE BRING TO CAMP?

  • Lunch: Campers must bring their own lunch, snacks, and beverages.
  • SUNSCREEN, SUNSCREEN AND MORE SUNSCREEN
  • Leash for Surfboard (if you’re bringing your own surfboard)
  • SPF50 Lycra (rashguard). Lycra will be provided for weekly campers only.
  • Swim googles and/or snorkel and mask.
  • Change of dry clothes
  • Bathing Suit
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat / Visor
  • SPF, Water-Safe Face Covering
  • Sandals
  • Towel
  • All necessary medications, epi pens, or medical concerns should be brought to the camp directors attention when being dropped off for the day. 

IS THERE A CERTAIN SUNSCREEN YOU RECOMMEND?

The best sunscreen you can pack for your child is mineral-based, reef safe sunscreen. Sunscreen with zinc and a minimum SPF of 30 is recommended for the campers. Our favorites are Raw Elements, Sun Bum, Surface, Salt & Stone, Tropic Sports, and SurfDurt.

ARE WETSUITS NEEDED?

For summer camp wetsuits are not needed, however for winter break and spring break camp campers may opt to bring their own. The temperature of the water in South Florida never dips below 71 degrees Fahrenheit (22 Celsius), but the air temperature ca be cooler. If you think your camper will be more comfortable in a wetsuit, we recommend a wetsuit top or a spring suit. Click here for options.

WHAT IF THERE ARE NO WAVES?

Lets face it, we live in South Florida. It’s a harsh reality but its gonna be flat most the summer! Worry not my future shredders. we have a ton of fun and radical ways to make sure the fun never stops at surf camp. Some of our flat day activities include environmental education; and adventures to the Gumbo Limbo. Plus, Surf camp is located just on the inside of a protected coral reef so when theres no waves, we are able to paddle out and swim with sea life ranging from sea turtles to tropical fish.

WHAT IF THERE IS BAD WEATHER?

Safety is our top priority, but Floridians often experience an afternoon tropical storm before the sun comes out for the rest of the day. In the event of bad weather, camp still goes on. However should there be thunder and lightning we take the kids off the beach immediately and seek shelter under the covered pavilion.  There we are safe to do arts and crafts and play games with the kids till the bad weather passes and it is safe to return to the beach.

WHAT DOES ISLAND CAMPS PROVIDE?

  • Boards (surfboards, skimboards, body boards, stand up paddle boards)
  • O’Neill SPF-50 surf shirt (rashguard) – weekly campers only.
  • Every Friday all weekly campers will receive a Island Camps Sports pack with a Professional Photo and special swag from our sponsors

 

WHAT IS ISLAND CAMP'S CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING POLICY?

 

If you have a need to cancel we hope to be as flexible as possible but have set up these guidelines for refunds. Please email all cancellation requests to info@islandcamps.com

 

  • Cancellations received  2 weeks in advance will receive a 90% refund. Camp can be rescheduled for a 10% fee.
  • Cancellations received  1 week in advance will receive a 50% refund or credit for a future week/day of camp.Camp can be rescheduled for a 10% fee.
  • Cancellations received 72 hours -24 hours before camp with a doctors note will receive credit for a future week/day of camp. If you have a doctor's note, there will be a 10% rescheduling fee.
  • Cancellations after 72 hours before the start of camp will not be credited except with a doctor's note. If you have a doctor's note, there will be a 10% rescheduling fee.

MY KID IS SICK, SUNBURNT, INJURED, ETC. CAN I MAKE UP A DAY THAT I MISSED?

If notification is received prior to the start of the camp day, missed day can be made up for the days the camper could not attend. Call us (954) 281-2797 or email us info@IslandCamps.com

CAN I UPGRADE FROM A HALF-DAY TO A FULL-DAY OR A ONE-DAY CAMP TO A FULL WEEK?

Yes, call us (954) 281-2797 or email us info@IslandCamps.com

 

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS OR WANT TO TALK SURF

Call us (954) 281-2797

Email us info@IslandCamps.com

 

 

TEACHING YOU HOW TO SHRED SINCE 1978

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We are happy to partner with Island Camps to offer camps, lessons, rentals, tours & private events

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About Us

Kirk Cottrell started Island Camps in 1978 with one goal.  To take the surf hungry groms of the swell deprived Florida coast to find some real waves!  He organized surf trips to Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, South Africa, the Bahamas and more.  Creating unforgettable memories and relationships that would last a lifetime.

Decades later, Cottrell’s kids run Island Camps and are blessed to continue to share the stoke of not only surfing but skateboarding, stand up paddling and skimboarding to the South Florida area.

Our goal at Island Camps is to challenge individuals to get out of their comfort zone, face fears and have fun.  Our family of accredited and professional instructors are passionate and knowledgeable about what they teach and are excited to share their experiences.  Whether it’s sharing the rush that comes with catching your first wave or the feeling of flight when you drop in on a skate ramp for the first time.  We live for these moments.