Myrtle Beach Summer Surf Camp

2024 Myrtle Beach Summer Camp

Over 1,000 5-Star Reviews

Our summer surf camp in Myrtle Beach, SC is tailored for children aged 7-16 and is designed to group students into the same age range and skill level so everyone can learn at the same rate. With over 100 years of combined surf experience on our team at Jack’s Surf Lessons, we are the top choice for Myrtle Beach summer camps. We aim to enhance surfing skills, ocean knowledge, and surf etiquette. At our Surf Camp, your child will have a blast, meet new friends, and create unforgettable memories. Camp occurs each Monday through Friday, June 5th through September 1st. Surf’s up at the best surf camp in Myrtle Beach!

Your Camper Will Learn

The fundamentals of surfing: proper positioning, paddling techniques & efficiency, popping up, and catching waves

 

How to pick the right wave: wave dynamics, wave presence, positioning awareness, choosing the best surf spots, how to read a surf forecast, and understanding what factors produce optimal surf conditions

 

Ocean Awareness: best practices of surf safety, knowing where to paddle out, surfing etiquette, how to gain favor among locals when visiting a new surf spot, education on rip currents, etc.

 

Surfboard education: choosing the right board, how to take care of your board, board repair, fin replacement, education on different shapes, sizes, and functionality, best boards for different wave conditions, and getting a good deal on a surfboard

 

Wave riding techniques: foot positioning, riding the wall, gaining & maintaining momentum, how to minimize nose-dives, and how to maximize your wave count

girl surfing in surf camp

PARENT TO PARENT

“As a dad of 5 kids, I understand how important choosing the perfect summer camp for your kid(s) can be. When considering options, you want to know that your kids are safe, surrounded by positive influences, and in an environment that will allow them to thrive, all while creating lifelong memories. I believe wholeheartedly that we have built a camp to do just that. We hope you will join us.”

Jack Hannigan
Founder

kids with surfboard
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Jack’s Surf Camp Includes

  • CPR, first aid, & AED certified instructors
  • 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio
  • Custom-tailored lessons
  • Background-checked staff
  • Extensively trained team through Jack’s comprehensive training program
  • 23 hours of fun at Myrtle Beach’s most-awarded summer camp
  • Over 15 hours of surf coaching at one of the best surf spots in Myrtle Beach ($600 value)
  • Daily use of surfboards for the week ($100 value)
  • A Jack’s Rash Guard to keep ($35 value)
  • Group camp photo ($15 value)
  • Camp highlight video ($50 value)
  • Unlimited cold water to stay hydrated
  • Beach games – spike ball, bocce ball, corn hole, kan jam, tug of war, capture the flag, and frisbee
  • Indoor games – billiards and ping pong
  • Regular water and sunscreen breaks
  • Shade provided during lunch
  • Safe shelter in case of bad weather
  • “Surf-tificate” of Graduation at the award ceremony

Over $800 in value, for $399!

Up to 35% childcare tax credit eligible!

Daily Schedule

9:00 am
Attendance is taken, announcements and daily surf
conditions are discussed, followed by yoga.

 

9:30 am
Land coaching begins (nailing down the basics before
we take to the waves) New concepts are to be introduced daily.

 

10 am
Surf coaching and instruction in the water to begin
cultivating each surfer.

 

11:30 am
Lunch and free time

 

12 pm
Half-Day campers head out.

 

12:15 pm
All-day campers, lunch, and free time ends.
Campers head back down to the beach for more surfing.
Beach games are played if the ocean is too rough.

 

1:45 pm
Campers get out of the water and gather their belongings.
They head up to the top to rinse off and wait for pick up.

 

2 pm
Camp ends for the day.

 

NOTE
Water and sunscreen breaks are taken throughout the day.

boy surfing in myrtle beach

Investment

Up to 35% childcare tax credit eligible!

5-Day Full-Day Surf Camp

$399
($259.35 after childcare tax credit)
9:00 am – 2:00 pm Mon – Thur
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Friday

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5-Day Half-Day Surf Camp

$299
($194.35 after childcare tax credit)
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Mon – Thur
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Friday

Book Half-Day

Camp Dates

JUNE 1-7TH
JUNE 10-14TH
JUNE 17-21ST
JUNE 24-28TH

JULY 1-5TH
JULY 8-12TH
JULY 15-19TH
JULY 22-26TH
JULY 29 – AUG 2ND

AUGUST 5-9TH
AUGUST 12-16TH
AUGUST 19-23RD
AUGUST 26 – 30TH

Things To Know

Childcare Tax Credit

The childcare tax credit is worth up to 35% of the qualifying costs for care, depending on your income. The limit is $3,000 of your total cost for the care of one qualifying person. If you pay for the care of two or more qualifying persons, you can claim up to $6,000 of your costs. 

Budget-Friendly

Our goal is that every parent/guardian is able to afford this camp. That is why after it is all said and done our Full-Day Camp cost is just over $11 per hour per child and our Half-Day camp cost is less than $13 per hour per child.  Additionally, we extended a discount to those enrolling more than one child. We don’t know of any other camp in our industry providing this value at such a reasonable rate!

Cancelation Policy & Weather

In the chance that our weather turns bad during camp hours, we take shelter at the Hilton DoubleTree in the breezeway under their main check-in lobby. On the off chance we have an early-season hurricane/tropical storm that will negatively impact us, we will cancel camp. You will receive a text message and email the night before to notify you of the canceled camp day(s). A make-up day(s) will be credited for your camper to use at a future date. We keep a close eye on the weather to ensure your child’s safety both in and out of the water.

Because a lot of planning, time, energy and cost goes into providing an incredible camp experience that will be cherished for a lifetime, we ask that you are understanding of our cancellation policies. For a full refund, you must cancel your camp via phone (888-546-1130) or by email (jackssurflessons@yahoo.com) prior to 1 week (168 hours) of the camp’s scheduled start date. For a partial refund, (half of the total purchase price) you must cancel prior to 72 hours to your camp’s scheduled start date (9 am Monday). No refund will be given for any cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled camp date start time. As far as weather goes, we are constantly monitoring all factors that could affect your surf camp experience. Our camps run rain or shine.  No refunds will be given for inclement weather as we have a safe shelter at the Doubletree Resort under their lobby. If at any time we need to cancel your activity on our end, Jack’s Surf Lessons will contact you immediately to either reschedule or fully refund your camp week. If we do not call you to cancel, then your activity will go on as scheduled, and our regular cancellation policies will apply. Thank you for your cooperation.

Daily Camp Preparation

Every day campers should…

 

  • Bring an insulated lunchbox of food OR $10 for lunch at the pier.
    • Alternatively, meal plans are available for just $50 during the signup process. This covers the camper’s lunch all week.
  • Eat a solid breakfast before camp each day.
  • Wear a bathing suit to camp each day.
  • Be on time.  Attendance is called shortly after 9 am drop-off.
  • Bring your Jack’s Camp rashguard EVERY day (provided on day 1).
  • Bring a beach bag DAILY with:
    • Refillable water bottle with camper’s name
    • Towel
    • Sunscreen


We take regular water and sunscreen breaks.

Additional photos of your camper are available for purchase after the camp week concludes.

two boys holding surfboards at camp in myrtle beach

Want To Learn More?

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Jack’s Surf School might also interest those who just need a full day.

Surf School is a one-day adventure, while Surf Camp is a five-day adventure.