This is an enrichment program, made for and by people who love the ocean. Our mission is to provide campers with exciting educational experiences while teaching practical water safety skills and knowledge about our local beaches and marine life.
Each camper becomes an ocean steward—building confidence, connection, and a stronger beach-going community through every session.
Westerly residents save $50 (code: LOCAL2026)
Sibling discount: $50 off each camper (code: SIBLING2026)
Both apply? Use code LOCALSIBLING for $100 off.
*Maximum savings: $100 per camper only on half-day options.
Choose Your Experience
Half-Day Camp
A fun, high-energy introduction to water adventures
Perfect for younger campers or first-timers, this 3-hour session builds skills and confidence in a supportive environment.
- Water safety, surfing, SUP, and boogie boarding basics
- Confidence-building in ocean + salt pond
- Beach games and group activities
- Ocean stewardship and marine awareness
Schedule:
9am–12pm or 1pm–4pm
Monday–Thursday (Friday rain date)
Full-Day Camp
A deeper dive into the ocean adventure experience
Designed for campers ready to grow skills, gain independence, and spend a full day exploring the beach environment.
- Extended surf + SUP instruction
- More time in water with coaching
- Marine ecosystem exploration
- Team challenges, art, and games
Schedule:
9am–3pm
Monday–Thursday (Friday rain date) Limited options available
4-Day Program Highlights
- Exploring shoreline, salt ponds, and beaches
- Beach games, sand soccer, art + science mini lessons
- Scavenger hunts
- Surfing, SUP, and boogie boarding
- Every camper receives a Rhode Island Surf Co Adventure Pack (bag, water bottle, sticker)
Camp Details
Location: Westerly Town Beach
Half-Day Options:
Ages 6–9: 9AM–12PM
Ages 10–14: 1PM–4PM
Ages 4–5: Limited August sessions
Full-Day Options:
Ages 6–8 (Learn-to-Swim): July 13 - July 16, 9AM–3PM
Ages 8–14: July 20 - July 23, 9AM–3PM
Group Size: Max 10 campers
Ratio: 1:5
Certifications: American Red Cross
What to Bring
- Bathing suit, towel, sunscreen
- Water bottle + lunch/snacks
- Change of clothes + light layer
- Water shoes (optional)
What We Provide
- Boards, wetsuits, and safety equipment
- Certified instructors
- Games and activity gear
- Water refills + first aid
- Camp t-shirt + Adventure Pack
After Registration
We’ll follow up with an application and liability forms.
Questions?
Casey Merkle
rhodeislandsurfco.camps@gmail.com
401-744-0787