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Our Ultimate Kids’ Surf camp is an all-inclusive kids’ camp that’ll get your kids riding waves and give them the experience of a lifetime. It is the perfect action / adventure holiday for kids aged 8 – 15 (grouped by ages). Each day they will get to enjoy daily surf lessons as well as a whole host of other exciting activities, including kayaking, paddle boarding, volleyball, yoga, a waterslide and confidence course.
They will also have all the fun of camp style accommodation, campfires and BBQs. All equipment is provided by Aotearoa Surf.
Upcoming Camps:
- Sunday 5 – Friday 10 January 2025.
- Sunday 19 – Friday 24 January 2025.
- Saturday 12 – Thursday 17 April 2025.
Mangawhai (Moirs Point Camp)
Facilities:
- Dorm style accommodation
- Hall & Dining Area
- Modern showers and toilets
- Large deck for entertaining
- Spacious comfortable lounge
- Commercial Kitchen
- Waterslide
- Outdoor camp style activities
Please note: if your preferred camp is full, please contact us to get on the wait list should there be any cancellations.
Location
Give your child the chance to gain a new found confidence
Our camps aim to not only give kids the chance to learn a new skill, but the opportunity to gain confidence in both social settings and in the ocean
Everything Is Included
From transport to the camp, from Auckland, or Albany, to meals, accommodation, activities, equipment… even sunscreen, we’ve thought of everything and included it in your camp fee. We will provide your kids with fun filled days, packed with activities, that are carefully supervised and appropriate for their age and ability. We make sure that we serve nutritious meals and that our dorm accommodation is always comfortable.
Location
80 minutes north of Auckland. Mangawhai’s beach and harbour has everything a great kids’ camp needs, from great surf to safe swimming. We’ll be camping at Moirs Point camp, with awesome views over the Mangawhai Harbour.
Transport
Pickup and drop off service from Auckland to Mangawhai OR parents are welcome to drop off / pick up from camp.
12:45 pm Ellerslie Racecourse bus pickup
1:45 pm Albany Bus Station bus pickup
3:00 pm Bring to Camp
Surfing
Surf lessons twice a day will take place at Mangawhai Heads Beach or Te Arai Beach, ensuring every participant is progressing and gaining ocean and surfing confidence. All equipment is provided by Aotearoa Surf.
Activities
At the camp, which is right on the water, we’ll be paddle boarding and kayaking or be on the confidence course, waterslide, playing soccer, rugby or volleyball. At night, activities will include a camp-fire, movies, burma trail, night swim, BBQ & more.
Accommodation
We offer fun, dorm style accommodation grouped by ages and genders. Campers can choose to be in the same room as friends.
Meals
Nutritious meals and unlimited fruit are provided. All dietary requirements such as vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free can be catered for. Please contact in advance to let us know about any allergies or special dietary requirements.
Safety Assured
Aotearoa Surf has been operating since 2002 (20 years +) with an exceptional safety record. We’re Surfing NZ & Water Safety approved for surfing and paddle boarding and have a fully qualified and experienced team. We operate a target 1:6-8 surfer ratio – one instructor per 6-8 children dependent on age and ability.
Our surf instructors are highly trained and also surf lifesaving awarded, first aid certified. Our team has a lot of experience managing youth surf camps and large groups.
What To Bring
- Bag
- 1x Sleeping bag or Duvet and pillow
- 5x Changes of clothes
- 1x Swimwear and towel
- 1x Long sleeve T-shirt or rash shirt
- 1x Warm jumper & pants
- 1x Drink bottle and hat (essential items)
- 1x Head torch or torch
- Bathroom supplies, personal effects and any medication (all medication is handed over to camp staff)
- All equipment is supplied, however, kids are welcome to bring their own surfboard and wetsuit if they wish
- Please note: No electronic devices are allowed including phones
The Ultimate Kids’ Camp Surf Competition
On the Thursday of camp, we’ll run a surf competition, with prizes and giveaways. Parents & caregivers are invited to come and support their child and check out their progress!
Competition heats (approximate times)
10am: Platino Surf Comp – 8-10 year olds
12pm: Vissla Surf Comp – 11-12 year olds
2pm: NSP Surf Comp – 13-16 year olds
Cost: $1095 per camper (all inclusive)
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There is a pickup and drop off service from Auckland to Mangawhai OR parents are welcome to drop off / pick up from camp.
To Camp
12:45 pm Ellerslie Racecourse bus pickup
1:45 pm Albany Bus Station bus pickup
3:00 pm Bring to Camp
From Camp
11:00 am Pickup from Camp
12.30 pm Albany Bus Station bus drop off
1.30 pm Ellerslie Racecourse bus drop off
Whilst we are happy for you to come to the camp at any stage, from past experiences, we recommend leaving your child under our capable hands throughout the duration of the camp so that they are able to settle in and make friends.
On the Thursday of camp, we’ll run a surf competition, with prizes and giveaways. Parents & caregivers are invited to come and support their child and check out their progress!
Should you want to visit at another time, please contact us directly and we will arrange this with you.
- Bag (school bag or similar for belongings when at the beach)
- 1x Sleeping bag or Duvet and pillow
- 5x Changes of clothes
- 1x Swimwear and towel
- 1x Long sleeve T-shirt or rash shirt
- 1x Warm jumper & pants
- 1x Drink bottle and hat (essential items)
- 1x Head torch or torch
- Bathroom supplies, personal effects and any medication (all medication is handed over to camp staff)
- All equipment is supplied, however, kids are welcome to bring their own surfboard and wetsuit if they wish
- Please note: No electronic devices are allowed including phones
Aotearoa Surf has been operating since 2002 (20 years +) with an exceptional safety record. We’re Surfing NZ & Water Safety approved for surfing and paddle boarding and have a fully qualified and experienced team. We operate a target 1:6-8 surfer ratio – one instructor per 6-8 children dependent on age and ability.
Our surf instructors are highly trained and also surf lifesaving awarded, first aid certified. Our team has a lot of experience managing youth surf camps and large groups.
- Surfing
- Paddle boarding
- Kayaking
- A confidence course
- Waterslide
- Soccer, rugby or volleyball
- Camp-fires
- Movies
- Burma trail
- Night swim
- BBQ
- Talent show
- & more!
Please contact us via email or phone prior to the camp so that we can note any allergies down via che@aotearoasurf.co.nz OR phone Che on 094315760 OR 021442163.
You are able to call us at any time during the camp via che@aotearoasurf.co.nz OR surf@aotearoasurf.co.nz OR phone Che or Tony on 094315760 OR 021442163.
- Accommodation
- Transport to and from camp
- All activities
- All meals
- Surf lessons and yoga classes
- All equipment
- Supervision throughout the camp
- Photo package of the camp
- Dorm style accommodation
- Hall & Dining Area
- Modern showers and toilets
- Large deck for entertaining
- Spacious comfortable lounge
- Commercial Kitchen
- Waterslide
- Outdoor camp style activities
Competition heats will run between 9:30am and 3:00pm at Te Arai Beach Reserve. We’ll send out the full details of which grom squad your camper is in and what time they will be competing/ surfing a couple of day beforehand.
- Please select a ticket via our website and complete booking details for each surfer.
- Add to your cart and complete guardian details, address etc.
- Select bank transfer
- Please pay 50% deposit within 48 hours of booking via bank transfer ($547.50 / surfer) and remaining to be paid in full at a date that will be show to you.
Yes, during the surf lessons, we break up all children into groups of abilities. Those that are less confident in the water will be grouped together. All lessons start in knee deep water and children are properly informed on what to do should their head go under, or if they feel uncomfortable at any time.
Below is the camp schedule. Camp is split by age groups so there are separate bus times and bedtimes dependent on age as well as afternoon activities and evening activities.
Sunday (Arrivals Day)
3pm Bus Arrivals / Camper Drop-offs + Games + Ice-breakers + Grom Squad assignments
4:30pm Camp Tour + Make your own cabin rules
5:30pm Official Welcome + Staff Introductions + Happy Camper Rules
6pm Dinner
7pm Get to know your grom squad activity
7:30pm Evening Activity
9pm / 9:30pm Bed
9:30pm / 10pm Lights Out
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday
7am Wake up + Morning Energiser
7:45am Cabin Clean Up + Beach Prep.
8am Breakfast
8:45am / 9:45am Bus to beach
BEACH = Surf + Beach Activities + Lunch + Surf + Beach Activities
3pm / 4pm Bus to camp
4pm Afternoon Activity
6pm Dinner
7pm Evening Activity
9pm Review
9pm / 9:30pm Bed
9:30pm / 10pm Lights Out
Thursday
7am Wake up + Morning Energiser
7:45am Cabin Clean Up + Beach Prep.
8am Breakfast
8:45am / 9:45am Bus to beach
FUN SURF COMP – Parents invited to come along and watch.
3pm / 4pm Bus to camp
4pm Afternoon Activity
6pm Dinner
7pm Evening Activity
9pm Review
9pm / 9:30pm Bed
9:30pm / 10pm Lights Out
Friday (departure day)
7am Wake up + Morning Energiser
7:45am Cabin Clean Up
8am Breakfast + Prize-giving
9am Camp clean up
10am Camper details swap
11am Departures / Pick-ups
We cater to all dietary requirements. Campers can expect healthy home cooked favourites suitable for 8-15 year olds (they will be hungry and we need to replenish energy levels!).
Below are some example meals that may be included during your camp:
Breakfast – Mixture of cereals, toast, fruits, yoghurts.
Lunch – DIY sandwiches with different filling options daily.
Dinner – Chicken and Rice, Nacho’s, Fish and Chips, Pizza, DIY Burgers…
Dessert – Yes, every night! Ice cream, yogurt, Fruit, Cake…
Snacks – Morning and Afternoon we have muffins, fruit, muesli bars…
No camper will go hungry and there are always second and even third helpings available!
Questions
If you have any further questions please contact us or phone Che on 09 4315760 / 021442163Shoot us an email instead!
