The crystal clear, warm waters of southeastern North Carolina are beckoning…….come immerse yourself in the incredible sport of surfing this summer! Learn how to predict, select, and judge waves and discover why some breaks are better than others. Explore and surf several different barrier islands, learning not only how to surf, but about surfing culture, etiquette, and safety that will allow you to grow as a surfer and increase your skills in the water. We’ll tour a local surfboard factory owned by one of the East Coast’s top shapers, and learn about rehabilitating sea turtles at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital. Explore the 84,000 square-foot Fort Fisher Aquarium and catch crabs, clams, and other varieties of marine life in our salt marsh backwaters. See firsthand what it is like to live on a college campus. We cater to the absolute beginner, and our staff of professional instructors will take you to the next level. Surf Camp is all about focus and full immersion in this incredible sport.

Adventures Cross-Country (ARCC) offers domestic and international adventure trips in over 15 countries and 5 western states throughout North America, Asia, Africa, South Pacific, Australia, Europe, Central and South America. In addition, ARCC offers Global Action programs that focus on pressing issues affecting local communities and Gap Semester programs that provide an educational and cultural bridge between high school and college.

With 29 years of experience, ARCC students travel to a variety of the world's most spectacular locations and participate in activities such as community service projects, language schools, cultural immersion, backpacking, sailing, SCUBA diving, surfing, rafting, sea kayaking, zip-lining, rock climbing, mountaineering, glacier travel, ice climbing, and more!

Trip destinations include Australia, Fiji, China, Tibet, Thailand, Ecuador, Galapagos, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Egypt, Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, France, Switzerland, Morocco, Costa Rica, Belize, California, Hawaii, Alaska, Utah and Colorado. No experience other than enthusiastic participation is required.

ARCC offers trips in five categories:

1. Global Action: Global Action programs focus on pressing issues affecting the communities we visit. Students participate in a series of studies on important topics, such as interactions between humans and ecosystems, public health, sustainable development and cultural preservation. Merging education and service, students examine the issues from multiple points of view and interact directly with those involved on all sides. Students gain a global perspective on local issues and engage in the learning experience of a lifetime! Programs include: Galapagos Shark Study and Kenya/Zanzibar Wildlife Study.

2. Community Service Adventures: ARCC's Community Service Adventures offer a chance to give something back to the communities we visit while taking part in world-class adventure activities. Service sections include teaching English to local school children, caring for elephants/sea turtles/pandas, and building much needed facilities in rural villages. Adventures in Africa, Australia, California, China, Tibet, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Galapagos, Egypt, Fiji, Hawaii, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, Greece and Thailand. Lodging will be in local guest-houses, small hotels, and occasionally camping.

3. Language & Service Adventures: Language Adventures are international programs where learning a language, exploring the culture, and getting off the beaten path are an integral part of the adventure. Features time at accredited language schools working with native speakers, and working on community service projects. Programs are in France, Spain, and Costa Rica. Lodging is a mix of hotels, hostels, and village-hosted stays. Time not in class will be spent exploring cities and participating in adventure activities like windsurfing, whitewater rafting, surfing and zip-lining.

4. Multisport Adventures: Our Multisport Adventures offer a range of activities like rafting, rock climbing, or sea kayaking, as well as overnight wilderness backpacking in North America and Europe. Curriculum focuses on individual development and group leadership. Multisport Adventures are suitable for both “first timers” and experienced students. Lodging is predominantly camping in some of the most spectacular locations in Alaska, Costa Rica, Belize, Hawaii, Italy, France, Switzerland, Utah, and Colorado.

5. Gap Semester: Adventures Cross-Country's Gap Year Semester Programs offer an educational and cultural bridge between high school and college. The ARCC Gap Semesters are an opportunity to live, work, learn, and explore in some of the greatest classrooms on earth. On an ARCC Gap Semester, students immerse into the culture through homestays, service work, teaching, and exchange. ARCC offers GAP Fall Africa and GAP Spring Asia semesters.

Located on oceanfront property in Southern California, Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific offers a wide range of dynamic programs for students and campers. Program selections include: Academic Enrichment, Academic Credit, English as a Second Language, JROTC Leadership, and Camp Pacific.

During their stay, all students and campers receive specialized instruction in their areas of interest. While portions of participant’s days are dedicated to educational classes and clinics, the remainder is devoted to the pursuit of various leisure and social activities. This schedule format allows time for students and campers to take advantage of new recreational opportunities and build unique relationships with their peers.

Operating as a college-preparatory boarding school for boys during the academic year, during the summer, the campus is transformed into a co-educational environment, hosting a unique mix of students, teachers and camp counselors from all over the U.S. and the world.

Academy by the Sea/ Camp Pacific programming is designed to enrich each participant’s character through academic pursuits, recreational activities, and leadership training.

When it comes to unforgettable summers Bold Earth Teen Adventures has been leading the teen adventure travel industry since 1976. Our vision empowers high school students to feel alive, competent and part of a self-motivated team. Enjoy world class expeditions in rock climbing, white water rafting, backpacking, biking, sailing, kayaking, horse packing and service projects. Our hallmark is responsibility, commitment and inspirational leadership. Phone interview and references are required. Join us in Alaska, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Europe, Colorado, Thailand, Fiji, Bali, Australia, England, California, Washington state, Africa and beyond. More locations. More adventures. Trips of a lifetime.

THE DMA EXPERIENCE

Founded in 2002 by technology educators from Stanford University, and led by former Stanford educators and interactive education and entertainment creators from Apple and Walt Disney Studios - Digital Media Academy delivers a world-class digital learning experience.

Learn video game design, iPhone and iPad App development, Google Android app development, robotics, computer programming using Java or C+++, digital filmmaking, digital photography, website design, 3D modeling, animation and so much more.

Beginning to advanced student campers age 6-18 learn by doing with hands-on instruction from industry professionals, with real-world experience. DMA builds and develops STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills - many of DMA’s instructors have literally written the book on the subject that they teach. DMA Alumni include television and music producers, filmmakers, professional photographers as well as game and app developers.

At DMA, students experience life on the campus of a prestigious American university like Stanford, Harvard or UCLA (just to name a few) while making friends and learning with others who share the same interests. Small class sizes (8:1 max) guarantee a personalized experience. Students work on their own personal project in every class.*

*DMA Studios are a group based project learning experience.


WHY CHOOSE DMA?

•Stanford University Accreditation - get Stanford continuing studies credits to enhance a college portfolio or resume
•Separate teaching and activity staff
•The lowest student to staff ratio - ranges from 3:1 or 8:1 depending on classroom needs
•The latest software and hardware - Apple computers
•Balanced experiene for kids, including outdoor activities
•Optional residential program includes organized evening and weekend activities - video game competitions, movie premieres and more
•Family owned and operated - we're parents too!

If it involves creating digital media, we can teach you how to create the future at Digital Media Academy - the world’s best computer and digital arts summer camp.
For experiences beyond the traditional one-week camp, see our 2-week teen academies and immersive DMA Studios experiences below.

DMA is an Apple Certified Training Center and teen camp/courses are accredited by Stanford University.


WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT DMA

"Vastly better than any of the other summer camps we've been to" -Glen Scott, Parent

"DMA is the best camp I have ever been to. I learned how to make iPhone apps in one week!" - Lewis, DMA App Development Student

"I knew absolutely nothing about Maya when I first signed up but now it feels like I could make anything I want with just a little practice" - Sawyer, DMA Maya Student

"The best 2 weeks of my life - I met great friends for life and I gained great filmmaking skills" - Caitlin, DMA Film Student

Learn to surf, boogie board, swim in the ocean and more at Aloha Beach and Surf Camp for kids and teens ages 5 to 15. With beach and surf day camps in Los Angeles and an overnight surf camp in Hawaii, ocean safety, sports and fun are the staples of our camp. You'll experience quality surfing instruction, dynamic curriculum, a safety-first attitude and all the fun you could ever imagine from a camp experience at the beach. Top it off with unreal giveaways and surprises from Billabong, our sponsor, including special appearances from Billabong surfing pros and you have the most complete learn to surf summer camp program available coast to coast. Daily transportation is included from your area, plus you get a 100% money-back guarantee. Aloha Beach Camp is 100% accredited by the American Camp Association. All of our counselors are lifeguards, and camper-to-staff ratios are as low as 3 to 1. Visit our website at http://www.alohabeachcamp.com or call (818) 932-4600 for more information and a free brochure. Hope to see you this summer!

Shaka Surf Club lessons are licensed and insured. We offer fun, safe, and personalized surf classes for all ages and abilities, including those with special needs. Surf lessons are provided year round in beautiful Malibu California. Our surf equipment in top quality, stable and safe. Our modalities are based upon breaking down each step in order to achieve fun and success every time! We also go through a series of exercises, stretches, surfing etiquette, and ocean safety/awareness to get you riding the waves independently.
* We are an NSSIA accredited surf school
* We emphasize the most elite quality surf lessons
* Safety is our #1 priority. We believe in quality over quantity. Because of this philosophy, our highly experienced and trained staff to student ratio is a unique maximum of 2 to 5; whereas other surf schools generally run a staff to student ratio of 1 to 8 or higher!
* Our services are personalized to meet your individual needs.
* Our staff specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults with special needs.

Weight loss, Fun, Fitness and Friendships too! Camp La Jolla is a nationally acclaimed and A.C.A. accredited fitness and weight loss program located in breathtaking, sunny San Diego, California. Just a short walk from the beach in La Jolla, we offer separate programs for preteen girls and boys, teen girls and boys, and adult women. Included in the program are fun, non-competitive physical fitness activities, healthy well-balanced meals, behavior modification classes, nutrition education classes, a two-year follow-up program, and exciting field trips to such places as Disneyland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Knott's Berry Farm, and Universal Studios. Fitness Activities include tennis, yoga, aerobics, weight training, kick-boxing, volleyball, water exercise, swimming, biking, snorkeling, boogie boarding, and surfing to name a few. If you would really like to lose your weight the right way, make new friends and have the time of your life call us today at (800) 825-TRIM. We hope to ‘SEA’ you at the beach.

Global Groove is a unique CULTURAL ADVENTURE CAMP that exposes kids to the most exciting cultural arts, music, dance and culinary traditions as a means of self discovery. This is a place where campers are encouraged to take new risks and ultimately leave with an enhanced sense of self and a new community of friends. We offer activities like Capoeira, Flamenco, African Drumming, Didjirdu, Surfing, Swimming, Guitar, Acting and much more. We have a great Carnival every couple weeks to show off what we are learning, so stop by the check us out or try out a day of this amazing summer experience for free!!! Spaces still available for this nurturing and creative camp! We look forward to talking to you soon!!!

Who can attend surf camp: First time students, including beginning, intermediate and advanced levels are encouraged to attend. Age groups: 6-12 years old and 13-17 years old can register for our camps. We encourage siblings, friends and family to all sign up together.

What to expect: Fun filled days at the beach learning how to surf. In mornings we stretch, warm-up and the surf for about two hours. After surfing, we eat lunch and relax under the sun. Then we play some beach games for about thirty minutes. Once everyone is ready, we all go surf and swim for another two hours.

What is provided:

* TRAINED PROFESSIONAL SURF INSTUCTORS
* SOFT FOAM SURF BOARDS
* WETSUITS
* RASHGUARDS
* SNACKS
* SHADE - under our canopies
* BOTTLED WATER
* OCEAN WATER - all you can drink!
* PRIZES

Activities:

* Our surfing system is introduced and taught on land in the morning
* Warm-up/stretching techniques prior to surfing
* Surfing in groups - morning and afternoon
* Lunch - bring your own lunch and/or lunch money
* Beach games (volleyball, soccer, football + more)
* Surf contest every Friday

Surf camps for all ages. All equipment provided. Licensed and fully insured. Within 1/2 hour we'll have you riding whitewater to the beach with a big smile on your face. North San Diego, California.

The Endless Summer Surf Camp offers a variety of learn to surf programs all summer long. Whether you have never surfed before or if you are just trying to get to the next level we have a package for you. Located in San Clemente, California and Costa Rica. Programs are all inclusive(meals, accommodations, equipment, and lessons). Minimum age is 11. All ages are welcome however our average age is 12-17. Adult only camps are offered in 3 of our 15 session. Endless Summer Surf Camp was established in 1992 by former professional surfer Jason Senn, who to this day overseas all daily surf programs. All instructors are certified in Ocean Safety, First Aid and CPR. Endless Summer Surf Camp was the first surf school to be sanctioned by Surfing America, the Governing Body of Surfing in the USA!

San Diego Surf School can help teach your child the fun and safety of surfing in our week-long summer surf camps. Children from age 5-17 can enroll and learn how to surf the warm, beautiful beaches of San Diego, California.

San Diego Surf School le puede ensenar a su hijo la diversion y le seguridad de surfear en nuestra sesion de surf por una semana. Los ninos desde 5 a 17 anos de edad se pueden inscribir y aprender como surfear en las playas hermosas y calientede San Diego, California.