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New Surfing Pics Posted on Facebook

2012-01-15T19:49:00.001-08:00

Just posted lots of new surfing camp photos on our Facebook page. Visit us on Facebook to see the pictures!

Surf Camp Photo Album

2012-01-15T07:08:00.000-08:00

Later today or tomorrow we're posting a surf camp photo album from many of the pictures we took last summer. The photos will be posted on our facebook page and probably on flickr too. We'll let you know when the photos are up.

How to Learn to Surf

2012-01-11T09:27:00.000-08:00

Like I always say, you're never too young to learn to surf. This little guy is only 4!

Like everyone at Aloha Beach Camp, our counselors taught this camp how to surf initially on the sand, then when he was ready (just a few minutes later), he was in the ocean surfing the waves all the way to the shore.

Private Surfing Lessons at Summer Camp

2012-01-10T17:25:00.000-08:00

Sometimes folks don't believe us when we say ever camper gets personalize, 1-on-1 surfing instruction at Aloha Beach Camp. But it's true.

True, it's uncommon for kids to get 1-on-1 surfing lessons at summer camp. You'd generally need to sign up for private surfing lessons for that. But we think this is the best way to learn to surf, so when your child signs up for camp with us, private surfing lessons is what they'll get!

More than Just a Surf Camp

2012-01-10T06:56:00.000-08:00

When you think of Aloha Beach Camp, you might think of a summer surf camp. But there's so much more than surfing here! We play lots of beach games and do lots of other fun stuff, too. (As you can see, the girls pictured above are flexing their muscles before taking each other on in a smash ball match!)

In fact there's just as many activities to enjoy on the sand as in the water. The smash ball equipment, frisbees, footballs, soccer balls, and many other sand toys are kept in easily accessible carrying cases on the sand right next to our canopies, so any time a camper wants to play a beach game, the toys and equipment are available for their enjoyment.

Picture of the Day: Ocean Kayaking

2012-01-09T15:45:00.000-08:00

Ocean kayaking at Aloha Beach Camp:

It's safe and fun. Campers kayak inside a calm marina with no waves. They get safety instruction before entering the water and wear lifevests. Counselors kayak too right next to the kids. It's so easy, there's virtually no learning curve.

Picture of the Day: Snorkel Time!

2012-01-06T11:38:00.000-08:00

Getting ready for some snorkeling fun at Aloha Beach Camp in Malibu!

Old Camp Photos Still Getting Use

2011-12-28T09:31:00.000-08:00

Can't believe it's almost time to start preparing for summer camp 2012. Going through some old photos today to update the website, and came across these from a few years ago. These pictures were used on our AlohaBeachCamp.com website in 2008 (four years ago).

Some of these photos are still pretty good so maybe we'll find use for them again this year.

Teaching a Nervous Camper to Surf

2011-12-28T06:33:00.000-08:00

Sometimes campers are hesitant to try new activities. Totally cool! Aloha Beach Camp's philosophy is to encourage participation, but never force campers to do anything they're not comfortable with. Kids should take their own time and only engage in camp activities when they feel ready.

One way we encourage kids to feel more comfortable is by easing them into the participation process. Take surfing for example. Campers start out with a surfing lesson on the sand, but many kids are easily intimidated by the surfboard itself, let alone the ocean. So rather than using an actual surfboard, campers can learn to surf on their beach towels instead, gradually moving onto the board and into the ocean at their own pace.

Breaking in a new surfboard...

2011-12-27T11:23:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays everyone. I'm in Malibu right now, about to break in/demo a new surfboard. Assuming this board rides nicely, we'll order a bunch of new ones just like this to use at camp next summer.

Worried about too much sun at beach camp?

2011-12-27T10:01:00.000-08:00

Sometimes parents get concerned their kids might get too much sun exposure at beach camp. Trust me, you shouldn't worry yourself unnecessarily. The girl in the photo below attended Aloha Beach Camp last summer and never even turned pink! It goes without saying if she didn't get burned, your child probably won't either! :)

New Boogie Boarding Photo Album Posted on Facebook

2011-12-26T09:54:00.000-08:00

Just posted a new boogie boarding photo album. These photos are from summer 2011. More coming soon. Check it out.

New Camp Activity Next Summer?

2011-12-06T18:12:00.000-08:00

It's great to be a kid...

2011-12-06T14:21:00.001-08:00

“Don't grow up too quickly, lest you forget how much you love the beach.”
-- Michelle Held

What will our 2012 Summer Camp Website Look Like

2011-11-14T06:56:00.001-08:00

We've been working fast and furious getting our website ready for summer camp 2012. It's only November so we've got a little more time, even though we'd hoped to be done already. But give us a another week or two, the wait will be worth it, with lots of new pictures, colors and a big time overall face lift.

First Time on a Surfboard, But Rides Like a Pro!

2011-11-09T19:13:00.000-08:00

Check out camper Quinn L.. She's only 8 and this is her first time on a surfboard. She learned to surf at camp with us last summer. When Quinn's mom saw this video, she was so proud! :) Way to go, Quinn!

Flying Turtle at the Beach

2011-11-08T19:29:00.000-08:00

One day last summer at Zuma Beach a kid was flying turtle kites. So I took a picture. I forgot I took it. I just found it on my computer now. So, I'm posting it here, then I can delete it from my desktop :)

Motor Boating in the Marina at Keiki Camp

2011-11-08T18:58:00.000-08:00

Years ago the Keiki Camp visited Marina del Rey from time to time for boat driving. The kids got to drive the boats. It was lots of fun. We might bring this activity back again this summer. (Don't really know why we ever stopped.) Here's a few pictures.

No Prior Ocean Experience Necessary

2011-11-07T15:15:00.000-08:00

Just want to make sure you understand no prior ocean experience is necessary to attend Aloha Beach Camp. A mom called us today expressing concern her son didn't know how to surf, so maybe our program wasn't for him. To the contrary! Aloha Beach Camp is designed to accommodate kids from every aquatic background. It doesn't matter if you've never even SEEN a boogie board or surfboard in your life. We'll teach you how to do everything from scratch at your most comfortable pace, you'll be safe and have fun no matter what!

Check out my kids' Halloween costumes

2011-11-01T10:23:00.000-07:00

Hope you had a great Halloween. Last summer during camp, my twin boys Josh and Noah had already decided what they were gonna be for Halloween. Check out their costumes from last night:

Happy Halloween from Aloha Beach Camp

2011-10-31T09:47:00.001-07:00

All of us here at camp wish you and yours a safe and fun Halloween!

Picture of the Day...Sandcastle Dragon (from the archives)...

2011-10-07T13:37:00.000-07:00

From the photo archives (12 years ago): Check out this AMAZING dragon one of our surf instructors built out of sand...

When Will the 2012 Activity Schedule Be Posted?

2011-09-20T08:27:00.000-07:00

We're working on the schedules now for next summer's camps and hope to have a tentative schedule available in the next month or two. We anticipate the 2012 schedule being similar to those in prior years. Here's a sample daily schedule for all three of our programs so you can get a decent idea of what takes place when and where they happen. (Remember, even though we do our best to stick to the posted schedules, they're never set in stone since we make activity and location changes throughout each summer to accommodate camper interests, ocean and weather conditions, etc.)

2012 Sample Activity Schedules

Keiki Camp

Monday: Paradise Cove, beach games, boogie boarding
Tuesday: Paradise Cove, beach games, boogie boarding
Wednesday: Zuma Beach, surfing lessons, boogie boarding
Thursday: Paradise Cove, beach games, boogie boarding
Friday: Paradise Cove for beach games boogie boarding

Kahuna Camp

Monday: Zuma Beach, beach games, boogie boarding
Tuesday: Paradise Cove, beach games, boogie boarding
Wednesday: Castaic Lake, tubing, boating, jet skiing
Thursday: Paradise Cove, beach games, boogie boarding
Friday: Zuma Beach, beach games, boogie boarding

High Action Camp

Monday: Zuma Beach, beach games, boogie boarding
Tuesday: Zuma Beach, beach games, boogie boarding
Wednesday: Castaic Lake, tubing, jet skiing, wakeboarding
Thursday: Channel Islands Harbor, ocean kayaking and boogie boarding
Friday: Zuma Beach, beach games, boogie boarding

FREQUENT ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES and LOCATIONS:
Santa Monica Beach for fishing, swimming and surfing
Hurricane Harbor Water Park
Other special activities and locations

Website Being Updated Now for 2012

2011-09-13T11:47:00.000-07:00

We're working furiously to update the Aloha Beach Camp website for the 2012 summer camp season. Should be done in a few weeks, tops.

Should This Blog Become Our Camp's Main Website?

2011-09-12T21:35:00.000-07:00

Sometimes we think about using this blog as our lone summer camp website, instead of the main Aloha Beach Camp.com. (In other words this blog would become AlohaBeachCamp.com. But for one reason or another, we haven't pulled the trigger yet. Maybe one day...