Department of Recreation
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About this camp
The Department of Recreation offers specialized summer day programs in Santa Barbara, CA, focusing on surf and beach activities. The Beach 'n Surf program, available for ages 9-15, provides structured surf and kayak instruction alongside general beach activities and environmental education at Campus Point. All programs emphasize safety, with staff holding First Aid/AED/CPR certifications and undergoing background checks. These weekly sessions run from June through August, utilizing campus facilities including Campus Point beach. Other offerings include a broader Summer Day Program for ages 5-14, featuring arts, games, and gymnastics, and Jr. Lifeguards for ages 8-17, focused on physical training and water rescue skills.
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Past sessions
Campers will end their summer with games, crafts, and an epic music festival, dancing, playing, running, and jumping their way back into school.
Learn more / RegisterCampers will show off their creative skills and talent through painting, crafting, and creating, ending the week with a talent show.
Learn more / RegisterCampers will explore the wonders of science with exciting experiments, and the Gauchos will work in a real-life college lab with Sci Trek. Friday Dress Up: Favorite Science or Scientist!
Learn more / RegisterCampers will enjoy themed games and crafts about their favorite characters, with the Gauchos Group learning about science at the Sci Trek Lab. Friday Dress Up: Disney Merch!
Learn more / RegisterA week packed with exciting activities including a Rock Wall, Bounce Houses, and Carnival games.
Learn more / RegisterCampers will explore nature and participate in nature-based science experiments at the Sci Trek laboratory (for ages 11-14).
Learn more / RegisterCelebrate Independence Day with crafts, games, and more. Friday Dress Up: Red, White, & Blue / Stars!
Learn more / RegisterCampers will embody their favorite superheroes while participating in games and crafts. Friday Dress Up: Dress as your favorite Superhero!
Learn more / RegisterCampers will show off their Olympic skills, learn about different ways of getting active and having fun, and explore various sports. Friday Dress Up: Rock your Sportswear!
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