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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 2x 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 all meals and BBQs. All equipment is provided by Aotearoa Surf.
Upcoming Camps:
- Sunday 28 September – Friday 03 October 2025
- Sunday 04 – Friday 09 January 2026
- Sunday 18 – Friday 23 January 2026
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 however campers welcome to bring their own equipment.
Activities
At the camp, which is right on the water, when we aren't surfing, 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 all 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 and allergy foods are catered for. Vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, coeliac, certain meats are just some options. Options available when booking to detail any dietary and medical needs
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
Fun 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 at the beach!
Competition heats
Times will vary for the fun surf comp! However generally runs from 10am – 2pm!
We will email you a couple of days before with heat times for your camper!
Cost:
$1095 per camper (all inclusive)
Our Testimonials
What our clients are saying
Ultimate Kids Surf Camp (5 nights) – October 2025
Ultimate Kids Surf Camp (5 nights) – January 2026 (Camp 1)
Ultimate Kids Surf Camp (5 nights) – January 2026 (Camp 2)
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Ultimate Kids Surf Camp is for campers aged 8 – 15. Our whole camp is structured in groups of similar ages. Sleeping arrangements are similar agers and same genders
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
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!
We cant allow adults inside camp during camp, only time is at drop off and pickup of camp. This is primarily for safety and police checking requirements
- 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 (22 years +) with an exceptional record.
At camp and the beach we have over 14 paid staff plus Operations Manager, General Manager & commercial caterers!
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 in the water.
Our surf instructors are highly trained and also surf lifesaving awarded, first aid certified.
Our team have extensive 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!
All allergies are catered for in a general sense. Camp is strictly no nuts an no honey. All medical needs, medication requirements, dietary needs, allergies or notible behavioral needs should be noted when booking in for the camp.
You can alsways call us on or email us to discuss anything further
surf@aotearoasurf.co.nz
+64 9 4315760
You are able to call us at any time during the camp +64 9 4315760 or email surf@aotearoasurf.co.nz
EVERYTHING!
- Accommodation
- Transport to and from camp
- All activities
- All meals
- Surf lessons and yoga classes
- All equipment
- Supervision throughout the camp
- Regular email updates from our leadership team
- Photo package of the camp
Moirs Point is an amazing camp in Mangawhai. Check it out online
- 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.
We are currently offering bookings with a deposit and remianing paid before camp
- 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.
Please speak to us if you would like to make alternate payment arrangement than the standard plan above.
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!).
Full breakfast, lunch afternoon tea, dinner, desert and constaant supply of fruit at all times!
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!
