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December/January 2010 FamilyFun Magazine
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Cailfornia's Summer Camps for Surfers

Learn How to Ride the Waves with FamilyFun

by Colleen Dunn Bates
At two o'clock on a sunny afternoon, Jack and Will Sanford hang out next to their surfboards. They stare out at the waves, mutter a bit of surf slang and wear their red trunks with just the right slouch. For all intents and purposes, they're your typical surf bums. There's just one problem--they can't surf.

In a few days, though, the Sanford boys will be "shredding" with the best of them. Well, maybe not shredding, but certainly catching waves, standing up and getting psyched on this thrilling sport, thanks to these California surf camps.

If "hanging 10" appeals to your family's wild side, fear not: You don't have to go all the way to Hawaii to pick up the basics. These mainland surf camps offer quality pro instruction (and great waves) at affordable rates. Some include meals and use of surf supplies, while others offer half-day lessons for those who want to test the waters before committing to a weeklong camp. So, no excuses--get out there and shred!

PASKOWITZ SURFING SUMMER CAMP

SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA
Seven of the surfing Paskowitz brothers run this family-oriented camp, which is blessed with the best learning waves in the country, the gentle cruisers at California's San Onofre State Beach. Camping is available at nearby San Mateo State Park. Call 949-361-9283 or 949-728-1000 for rates and additional information or click here.

SUMMER FUN SURF CAMP

SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA: During five- or nine-day sessions, families or solo kids can get one-on-one surf instruction, ride bikes, play volleyball and tell tall-wave tales. Camp at California's San Clemente State Park. Call 949-361-9526 or 949-492-3156 for rates and additional information or click here.

SUPER SURF CAMP

ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
A part of the California Junior Lifeguards program, these camps are held during five-day sessions at two Orange County locations during Easter vacation and summer. Call 714-680-4000 for rates and additional information.



Please keep in mind that phone numbers, addresses, and prices are subject to change. Updated June 2005.

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