The Hermosa Beach Chevron Surf Camp in
California was started in 1992 by the City of
Hermosa Beach,The Easy Reader Newspaper,
Chevron and local Surf Shops. It is our most
popular summer program. For boys and girls
ages 7-17.
     You will learn ocean safety, basic surfing
techniques and tricks like the switchfoot, coffin
and nose ride.  Find out about ocean conditions,
sea life and the beach environment.
     You will know about the best equipment,
safe places for you to practice, and travel
to exotic beaches. Discover surfings mysterious
etiquette.
    We will be in the water with you helping you
handle the board, paddle out and catch waves.
      Classes have a 1:6 teacher-to-student
ratio for safety and plenty of one-on-one
attention.You will practice on a BZ soft
surfboard for fun and safety. We have 6
different size boards for you to try.
     We give you a T-shirt, rash guard (lycra
surfing shirt) and three photos of you to keep!
You must be an intermediate swimmer to
participate. Meet other people to surf with.
     There is always an instructor on duty that
is a Lifeguard and California Cetificated
Teacher. All paid instructors are experienced
adult surfers. Administered by The City of
Hermosa Beach- Community Resources.
     Wetsuits are advised if you get cold easily.
Please show up in a swim suit and bring a towel, sweatshirt, sweatpants, slippers, water
and a snack. This summer has been unusually cool !
     Classes are for 5 days, Monday thru
Friday.They run for 1 1/2 hours or 3.25 hours.
      Location: South of the Hermosa Beach Pier
at the 10th street Lifeguard Tower. There is
always a Los Angeles County Lifeguard on duty.
      Parking is available on 11th street at the
meters or in the parking lot. Drop off is
available at 10th street and the Strand, but
someone must stay in the car.

The Summer 2010 schedule


Monday start dates
(classes run for 5 days- M  thru F):
June 21
June 28
July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26
Aug 2
Aug 16
Aug 23
Aug 30
(No class the week of Aug 9th because of dangerous
high tides.)

We offer you three options
(classes are for five days, M-F):

A. 1 1/2 Hour Class- -   9:00am to 10:30am for $134.00

B. 1 1/2 Hour Class-    10:45am to 12:15pm for $134.00

C. 3.25 Hour Class-         9:00am to 12:15pm for $209.00

(Hermosa Beach residents take $10. off the prices)


To sign up call the City of Hermosa Beach
at 310-318-0280 (M-Th) or www.hermosabch.org
(click on activities at the bottom left side).

For more info call Vince Ray 310-370-1918 or
E-mail- surferjay@losangeles.usa.com

Please check out our photos, lesson plan and newspaper
articles under images on this site for more information.