15th Street, Hermosa Beach
Starting at Age 4
9AM-2PM | Monday – Friday
fall in love with the beach
Join our BEACH program for a week filled with sun, surf, and smiles! Designed for children ages 4 and up, our camp offers a warm and welcoming introduction to beach life. Developed in collaboration with local elementary school teachers and lifeguards, our BEACH program ensures a safe, inclusive, and fun environment where every child can learn and play. Come make wonderful memories with us!
Program Overview
We think of our BEACH program, formerly "Beach Camp", as the perfect introduction to the beach and ocean for our younger participants, starting at age 4, and a comfortable fun space for those 7 and older who aren't quite ready or interested in joining a specialized program like our OCEAN, SURF, VOLLEYBALL or LACROSSE programs.
Throughout the week, campers will be immersed in a range of exciting beach and water activities along with carefully crafted games and ocean safety lessons tailored specifically for their age group. From understanding rip tides, currents and wave formation to practicing whitewater boogie boarding and exploring beach ecology, our campers will be engaged in both learning and play.
We’ve created an environment where every day is an opportunity for campers to learn, grow and create lasting memories on the beach!
Our BEACH program is divided into two age groups:
Mini Groms | Age 4-6
Groms | Age 7-10
More than a camp…
We care about your experience, every part of it. As parents of young children ourselves, we understand what’s important and we design and operate our programs to exceed our own expectations. Swipe through below to learn more about what sets us apart.
Purpose
South Bay family owned and operated, we are committed to educating, inspiring and supporting the next generation.
Safety
Camper safety is our #1 priority and we’ve been fine tuning our protocols for 20+ years. See the steps we take to ensure our campers’ safety.
Leadership
Our team of Coaches, Directors and Administrators work together to ensure a positive experience for participants and their parents.
Communication
As parents ourselves, we appreciate open and proactive communication when it comes to our children, especially in new environments.
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Pricing & Registration
$555 per week
Choose your age group
Age 4 - 6 | Mini-GromS
Select your preferred date below to sign up. You will be transferred to the City of Hermosa Beach Parks & Rec department to complete registration.
WEEK 2 | June 16 - 20
WEEK 3 | June 23 - 27
WEEK 4 | June 30 - July 03
WEEK 5 | July 7 - 11
WEEK 6 | July 14 - 18
WEEK 7 | July 21 - 25
WEEK 8 | July 28 - August 1
WEEK 9 | August 4 - 8
WEEK 10 | August 11 - 15
WEEK 11** | August 18 - 22
WEEK 12** | August 25 - 29
Age 7 - 10 | Groms
Select your preferred date below to sign up. You will be transferred to the City of Hermosa Beach Parks & Rec department to complete registration.
WEEK 2 | June 16 - 20
WEEK 3 | June 23 - 27
WEEK 4 | June 30 - July 03
WEEK 5 | July 7 - 11
WEEK 6 | July 14 - 18
WEEK 7 | July 21 - 25
WEEK 8 | July 28 - August 1
WEEK 9 | August 4 - 8
WEEK 10 | August 11 - 15
WEEK 11** | August 18 - 22
WEEK 12** | August 25 - 29
Supporting the Next generation
BeachSports is a South Bay family owned and operated small business. We are parents of young children. We are passionate watermen and women. We care deeply about our community. And we are passionate about providing exceptional developmental, educational and inspiring program experiences for our participants, their families and our employees.
More than a camp, BeachSports programs are designed to nurture a love for the beach and ocean environment in our participants. Equally important to us is the development of young adults as they outgrow our programs. Below is our vision and our "why".
Meet the Beach
Develop a love and understanding of the beach and ocean environment through our BEACH program, learning key skills as the foundation for a lifelong relationship with the water.
Develop Ocean Knowledge
Become ocean safe through our OCEAN program learning and developing the skills and lessons required to safely enjoy the water on your own.
Find your passion
Experience unique activities through our SURF, VOLLEYBALL, SKATE and LACROSSE programs and develop skills and a passion that may last a lifetime.
Grow With Us
Become part of our team as a Coach-In-Training and develop the important life skills that come with that responsibility.
Your First Job
Be the person you looked up to when you were a BeachSports participant and share your passion with the next generation. Your first job is a major milestone and BeachSports will support you every step of the way.
Become a Leader
Learn to manage people, communicate effectively, understand the customer experience, and lead with confidence as a BeachSports Head Coach, Director or Admin Team member.
Beyond the beach
Embrace your passions and confidently pursue what excites you knowing you have the skills and knowlege to be successful in whatever you do and that your team at BeachSports will always be here to support your journey.
How We Prioritize Safety
In an environment as dynamic as the beach and ocean it's important to identify negative or dangerous situations before they occur. In our 20+ years operating youth programs on our local beaches we've had the opportunity to experience these situations and have developed protocols for avoiding and resloving them. Below are just a few ways we act proactively to keep participants safe.
Low Coach:Participant Ratios
We maintain a ratio of at least 1 Coach per every 4 to 6 participants, depending on the program activity. This ratio does not include our Directors, who oversee all camp activites, or our Coaches-in-Training who provide additional eyes on participants.
Small group sizes
Participants enroll in small groups within each program and are assigned designated Coaches for the week. This allows Coaches and Participants to develop a close relationship ensuring focused instruction and increased safety for each Participant as Coaches are able to easily identify and manage their small group.
Lifeguard Communication
Programs are setup next to staffed lifeguard towers. Our coaches communicate daily with the lifeguard on duty to address ocean conditions and any safety concerns. Any injury that may occur will be assessed by the lifeguard on duty.
Program Rules & Conduct
Emotional safety is equally as important as physical safety at BeachSports. Bullying and innapropriate language and behavior are not tolerated and will be addressed immediately by Coaches and Directors who have been trained by professional educators to handle such situations.
Sun Protection
Multiple sunscreen reapplication breaks are scheduled throughout the day and Coaches assist with application when necessary. All participants receive brightly colored SPF 50 lycra swim shirts/rashguards for additional sun protection and easy identification.
Trained & Vetted Staff
Our Coaches are CPR & First-Aid certified, undergo criminal background checks and complete an online training course prior to their first day of work. Each program location has a Director who oversees the program and maintains communication with our Director and Office Staff for easy parent communication.
Leading By Example
We strongly believe that the quality of our program is determined by the quality of our team. We focus on finding kind, personable, energetic young adults to lead our programs and we support them with a leadership structure that ensures a positive experience for our participants, their families and every member of our team.
Did you know? Many members of our Team are former BeachSports participants themselves!
Program Director
Our Program Director, Jenn Martin, oversees all camp locations and is always available during camp hours to support Location Directors and Head Coaches and to communicate with parents. Jenn is a mother of two, a former private school teacher and D1 collegiate soccer player and is exceptionally skilled at communicating positively and effectively with our participants. She is also responsible for the creation and evolution of our program curriculum which is based on her professional teaching experience.
On-Site Team
When you arrive on your first day at BeachSports, you'll be greeted by several smiling faces each with a specific set of responsibilities to ensure an exceptional experience for both you and your participant.
Location Directors
Each program location (MB, RB, HB) has a Location Director who oversees all programs and Coaches at that location. Parents will have a direct line of communication to the Location Director at their child's location during program hours.
Head Coaches
Your participant will be assigned a Head Coach for their Group who is responsible for implementing the program curriculum and ensuring camper safety throughout the week. Head Coaches are skilled in their respective programs and are eager to share their knowlege with their participants.
Coach + Coach-in-Training
Supporting our Head Coaches in providing a safe and fun environment are our Coaches (16 years +) and Coaches-in-Training (14+). All Coaches are CPR and First-Aid Certified and are required to complete a detailed online training prior to their first day of work.
Coach Ratios
We maintain very low Coach to participant ratios in all of our programs to ensure a safe and educational program. We've listed the ratios on each Program page, which range from 1:4 to 1:8 depending on the program. It's important to note that Location Directors and Coaches-In-Training are not included in those ratios so the actual ratios are even lower!
Are you interested in joining the BeachSports Team? Use the link below to apply online today!
Communication is key
A direct line to your child
Rest easy knowing you'll be able to reach your child via a direct phone line to your Location Director on-site during camp hours. You'll receive the dedicated phone number in your confirmation email.
Office & Camp Communication
Our Leaders on-site at our programs communicate regularly with our Office Team to relay relevant participant information.
Hear it from us first
In the event of an accident or incident involving your participant, you'll receive timely and direct communication from our Team along with a detailed description of the event and the actions taken.
Lifeguard Relationships
We communicate daily with the lifeguards in the towers at our program locations to identify any potential safety concerns and implement a daily plan.
Relevant Program Info
While we try to minimize the number of emails we send, you will receive all the important program information prior to your first day as well as relevant program updates throughout the week.
Sample Schedule
*Schedule will vary based on weather/ocean conditions.
Warm + small waves = increased water time
Cold + dangerous waves = increased beach activities and lessons