Quick Details
Level: Beginner to intermediate (Must be able to swim prior to joining the class)
Duration: Summer Camp : June – August Monday – Friday 9am – 2.30pm
Class Size: 5:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Minimum 5 Maximum 10 kids.
Ages Group: 9 – 16 years old
This year we’re welcoming ALL AGES to camp! With 10-12 campers per session, we group kids by age so everyone’s with friends at their same level, making the experience even more fun and tailored to each group.
Location: Santa Cruz Harbor
Early Bird Discount $495 (31/1/25)
Children (Age 8-16)
$ 400
Summer Camp at the SUP Shack – Your Ultimate Harbor Adventure!
Get ready for the BEST summer ever! Our legendary harbor camps start at 9:30am with two action-packed hours of paddleboarding and kayaking on the beautiful Santa Cruz Harbor. Glide across sparkling water, spot marine life, master new skills, and laugh with new friends while our awesome instructors help everyone feel like a water sports champion!
After we towel off, it’s recess time plus our can’t-miss daily activity. Build and fly colorful kites, create epic tie-dye shirts, construct sandcastle fortresses, catch waves bodyboarding, and more—every day brings a brand NEW adventure!
For 8 amazing years, SUP Shack has been THE place where kids can’t wait to go each morning. Our campers return summer after summer, and parents trust us to deliver the time of their lives in a safe, fun environment.
Don’t miss out on the summer adventure everyone’s talking about! Join the SUP Shack family and make this your most unforgettable summer yet!
This year we’re welcoming ALL AGES to camp! With 10-12 campers per session, we group kids by age so everyone’s with friends at their same level, making the experience even more fun and tailored to each group.
How to Register: Click on the calendar and select your date or call 831 428 2378 to secure your child’s spot. Early bird price $495 till 31st January Call us for Code at 831 428 2378.
1st February price goes up to $525 which will be available to 1st May. 1st May price goes up to $595.
June – August 2026
$550 per week per camper – Early Bird $495 till 31st January.
Summer Camp Sessions at the SUP Shack
We keep our classes small, friendly and active – your kids will be able to spend time Sup’n or kayaking with trips to the beach to go boogie boarding.
Day 1: Learn to SUP. Getting to know you. Tour around the Santa Cruz Harbor. Water Safety. Lunch. Afternoon Marine Biology adventure we explore the basic marine plankton life, and the crustaceans at the Santa Cruz Harbor.
Day 2: Games. T-Shirt design. Tour around the Santa Cruz Harbor. Boogie Board – meet the life guards. Afternoon Marine Biology adventure we explore the birds of the Monterey Bay. We go for a walk over to Schwan Lake and go look for eagles and egrets.
Day 3: Environmental Day – Beach/Harbor Clean Up. Paddle around the harbor. Soccer on the Beach. Afternoon Marine Biology adventure we explore the Marine Mammals that make the Santa Cruz Harbor their home, we will visit with the harbor seals and sea lions and learn more about what makes them so special.
Day 4: Kayak Day – Learn how to kayak, discover the Santa Cruz Harbor at water level. Afternoon Marine Biology adventure we explore Kelp. The Monterey Bay Kelp is the habitat for so many marine creatures, we will kayak out to a kelp bed and look at the kelp.
Day 5: SUPuation Day : Graduation Day : Choice of Kayak or Paddle – Ice Cream Party/pot luck. Afternoon Marine Biology adventure we talk about the fish and other swimming creatures in the Monterey Bay.
We learn to paddle around the calm harbor waters, if conditions and campers are experienced we get to paddle out on the Bay and see the Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk from a new view.
We teach our campers to be Guardians of the Ocean. The learn about the creatures that live in the Santa Cruz Harbor – the seals, sea lions, birds and sometimes sea otters and dolphins. We learn to keep our oceans clean picking up trash (gloves and sanitizers are provided).
Campers must be able to swim and able to get easily back on their SUPs/kayaks. Healthy and Strong.
Wetsuits are available – $50 per week.
Campers can purchase snacks and lunch at the Beach Market, please bring money for their lunches.
5 : 1 student to instructor ratio
Kids will learn about water safety
Life vests are provided and must be worn
Kids must be able to swim
Build SUP Skills.
DATES : Starting 1st June till 3rd August
1st June
8th June
15th June
22nd June
29th June
6th July
13th July
20th July
27th July
3rd August
All Ages 12 – 16 years old Beginners
We meet everyday at 9am till 2.30pm.
This age range is perfect for siblings, and campers that are happy to mix with all age groups
Terms and Conditions:
Get ready for a week of sun, Supn, and smiles! 🏖️🌴
Effective January 2025, all cancellations will now receive store credit. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you with flexibility for future purchases.
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Kids should bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, towel, water, and snack with them. Bring something warm to wear if the weather is cool.
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All reservations must be canceled 24 hours prior to the date of reservation to avoid any cancellation fees.
All reservations are required to be paid prior to your visit to the SUP Shack. This can be done by clicking on the Book Now button. Any bookings canceled within 24 hours are charged in full at the time of reservation. Walk-ins are welcome and are served on a first come, first served basis.