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Summertime Surfboards Designed to transform beginners into intermediates quickly Summertime Surfboards are designed for rapid skill improvement. Light, durable, and very maneuverable so that new surfers can quickly develop a feel for controlling the surfboard. If you can find a better soft surfboard, please let us know! Keiki Carrier 9’0 Choice board for tandem riding…

Gift Guide For Surfers When you give the 🎁 of surfing, not only are you choosing an experience instead of another “thing,” you’ll also be giving your loved ones something special to look forward to! Whether you’re looking for the perfect birthday gift, a unique holiday surprise, or just a way to show someone you…

Understanding Kids Surf Camp Curriculum Since 2006, Summertime’s community-supported surf camps have earned the reputation as New Jersey’s #1 surf school. By combining positive role models, creative original programming, small student groups, and the ultimate classroom (our beach and ocean), our kids’ surf camps are the East Coast’s premier place to get started and stay…

Beginner Mistakes While Learning to Surf When embarking on a new journey, whether it be learning a skill, starting a hobby, or venturing into a new field, beginners often encounter certain pitfalls that can hinder their progress. Recognizing and avoiding these common errors can streamline the learning process and lead to greater success and satisfaction….

Proactivity vs. Reactivity When you think of first responders like firemen and lifeguards, what color comes to mind?   Red is the color most associated with danger and emergencies.   Despite efforts to prevent incidents from occurring, most professionals are there to respond to situations and stop them from getting worse.  Whenever someone has gone beyond their limits of training, they can…

 Frequently Asked Questions: Why We Don’t Rent Equipment After many years experience trying different methods of renting equipment, the owners of SUMMERTIME Surf and Paddle School have concluded that renting equipment is not aligned with our core values.  Our mission is to provide experiences that are safe and fun not only for our participants, but…

Frequently Asked Questions: KID’S SURF CAMPS  Half Day vs. Full Day DISCLAIMER:  We designed the camps to run for a full day because we love surfing and the ocean so much that we want to spend the whole day doing what we love.   FULL DAY IS BEST FOR: Not-so-young campers (ages 8-16) Small children need…

Frequently Asked Questions: KID’S SURF & S.U.P. CAMPS  How many weeks should I sign up for? WHAT TO EXPECT FROM 1, 2, 3 or MORE WEEKS: 1 week of surf camp provides the basic understanding of surf & ocean safety For focused campers, or returning campers (from previous years) it is enough to instill the basics…

Frequently Asked Questions: KID’S SURF & S.U.P. CAMPS  How much structure is at the camp? While we recognize (and embrace) the fact that campers are on summer vacation from school, we have found the most success when the campers and counselors are working together to achieve goals throughout the structure of the day.  In short, these…

Frequently Asked Questions: KID’S S.U.P. CAMPS  The importance of attending all 3 days SUMMERTIME S.U.P. Camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of paddling in 3 days. While one 3-day session might not be enough for every camper to paddle completely on their own, it’s the best way to start. Highly focused students learn enough in…