Staff

The cold winter months in New Jersey has the staff trading in their surf boards for snow boards or find themselves escaping to warmer destinations. But as the temperature begins to rise and the days grow longer, the excitement for another thrilling surfing season builds. Our team at Summertime Surf is eager to welcome both…

Roaming Reflections: Surfing Cascadia It is 5:33 AM when the first raindrop soaks through the canvas of my tent and splashes onto my forehead. This feels normal now, in part because of the constant, all-encompassing dampness, in part because of my cheap Walmart tent running close to year ten of use. I am completely alone….

What We Love Most About Summertime Surf Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to reflect on all the things we cherish. At Summertime Surf, our hearts are full of gratitude for the wonderful experiences and relationships we’ve built over the years. From our passionate students and campers to our incredible staff and supportive local communities, there’s so much to love about being a part of the STS family. The Students and Campers Our students and campers are the heart and soul of Summertime Surf. Watching them grow in confidence and skill, overcoming challenges, and developing a lifelong love for the ocean is truly rewarding. We love seeing the joy on their faces as they catch their first wave or master a new technique. Their enthusiasm and curiosity inspire us every day to create better experiences and to continue sharing our…

Building a Vibrant Staff Culture at Summertime Surf The Call of the Ocean At Summertime Surf, we’re more than just a surf school; we’re a community of ocean enthusiasts dedicated to sharing our passion for the surf and ocean lifestyle with each camper and student. If you love working outside, providing top-notch hospitality and customer…

What Our Managers Learned from BWRAG Training Attending the Big Wave Risk Assessment Group (BWRAG) training was a transformative experience that significantly broadened Summertime Surf’s Managers understanding of ocean safety and risk management. The training provided invaluable insights into the skills and mindset required to safely navigate challenging surf conditions. Comprehensive Ocean Safety One of…

This fall feels more like an extension of summer, and the crew is not complaining. Get a glimpse of what the Crew has been up to!  

Summertime Surf Stands Out What makes Summertime Surf unique? Since 2006, Summertime’s community-supported programs 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 & ocean), Summertime Surf School is the East Coast’s premier place to get started…

Surf Travel The Staff Shares Some of Their Favorite Spots Do you have the travel bug? In the offseason, the staff at Summertime Surf can be found across the globe, trotting to new, unseen places or returning to a spot they consider home. Over the years, the Summertime Crew has gained experience in many popular…

Celebrating This Season’s Coworkers of the Week Thank you to the best staff for another epic season! Hey surfers! As summer comes to a close, its time to express gratitude to the amazing individuals who contributed to Summertime Surf School. From the dedicated Boardwalk Staff to the creative minds behind the awesome merchandise (available for…

24 of the Best Photos from the 2024 Season Celebrating National Photography Day Hey surfers! If you didn’t know, August 19th is National Photography Day (it’s also National Potato Day, but that’s a bit trickier to work into a surf school blog post, isn’t it?)! And what better way to celebrate and hang onto this…