Zero to Hero Surf Camp REAL Watersports

REAL Surf Camp uses our world renowned Zero to Hero program which is ranked among Outside Magazine’s “Top 10 Adventure Camps in the World”. Our Zero to Hero Surf Camp takes kids from rank beginner to able wave rider. This three-day program runs three hours per day (9:30am – 12:30pm) with 3 surfers per coach. Our exclusive permit with the Cape Hatteras National Seashore gives us access to miles of coastline to dial in perfect conditions.  

Our REAL Surf Camps follow our Zero to Hero curriculum and takes kids from having no experience to able wave rider so they can purchase their own gear and practice at home. Included in the set curriculum is beach and ocean safety, wave dynamics, the pop up, paddling, selecting, and catching waves, surf etiquette and techniques including riding down the line, turning and body positioning and, gear tech (selection, purchasing, maintenance, and repair). REAL Surf Camps are a great way to get a comprehensive, immersive beginner experience. 

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner (ages 8-17)

Each camp includes

• REAL Pro Coaches
• Surfboard rental
• 3 days | 3 hours per day
• 3 surfers per coach
• Snacks
• Photos & videos

CAMP RAINCHECK AND CANCELLATION POLICY 

RAIN CHECK POLICY: All camps are paid in full upon booking with REAL Watersports. If your camp is unable to be completed due to conditions, your camp will be rescheduled to the next available time. If a camp cannot be completed during your trip, all unused camp hours will be rain checked to your store account as credit. Store credit may be used to re-book lessons and camps, rent gear, and/or purchase merchandise from the REAL flagship store and REALwatersports. Your store credit will never expire and can be used at any time. 

CAMP NO SHOWS: If you fail to show up at the time of your scheduled camp, or you fail to call to postpone your scheduled camp, you will forfeit the value of your camp and will not receive a rain check. If you fail to show up on time for your scheduled camp, the amount of time you are late will be deducted from the total camp time. 

CANCELLATION POLICY: If you need to cancel or reschedule your camp, you can do so up to 14 days before the scheduled camp time with no rescheduling fees. A rescheduling fee of $200.00 will be applied to any camps canceled or rescheduled within 14 days of the scheduled camp start time, and the remaining balance will be placed on your store account. If your camp is canceled by REAL, you will receive a raincheck equivalent to the value of the camp booked. No rainchecks will be issued for cancellations or no shows within 48 hours of a camp. 

WHAT TO BRING: Students are required to have their own water wear. This includes sunscreen, a standard bathing suit, and/or wetsuits ranging in thickness depending on the season. If you do not have any of this, do not worry; the REAL Flagship Store is always stocked with the finest water wear and accessories so you can be comfortable on and off the water. All REAL students get 10% off regularly priced wetsuits, rash guards, sunscreen, sunglasses, and clothing at REAL while participating in lessons. This discount does not apply to gear or accessories such as boards, fins or leashes. Always remember to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.