Seal Training Summer 2026

from $180.00

Is your preferred week sold out? Sign up for our waitlist here

Order Our Optional Seal Training Uniform Here

Meet Chris Schooley – Aqualand’s Seal Training Lead

Located at Anderson Street between Surfside & Sunset Beaches. See map below.

For water safe children ages 6-12 looking to become comfortable at the beach and in surf, Aqualand at Anderson Street is holding weekly Seal Training. This Ocean Prep Camp, in conjunction with regular swim training, will start your Seal Pup off with the proper techniques needed to eventually become playful and independent ocean goers & Junior Guards.

Seal Training will introduce campers to acclimating to waves and changing ocean conditions, body surfing, boogie boarding, & beach fitness.

Full day 8:45a-4p and half day 8:45-11:45p available.
8am drop available for full day but class will not start until 8:45.

Please let us know if you need early drop when checking out or texting 562-386-1058.

1 — June 8 — COURAGE UNDER WAVES 🌊💪
2 — June 15 — ADAPT & OVERCOME 🔁🏆
3 — June 22 — TEAM > SELF 🤝⭐
4 — June 29 — DISCIPLINE = FREEDOM 🎯🕊️
5 — July 6 — RESPECT THE OCEAN 🌊🙏
6 — July 13 — EARN YOUR FINS 🐬🏅
7 — July 20 — STAY COOL 😎❄️
8 — July 27 — LEAD WHERE YOU STAND 🧭🌟
9 — August 3 — PREPARED NOT LUCKY 🎒🍀
10 — August 10 — HONOR, INTEGRITY, GRIT 🛡️💪
11 — August 17 — FINISH STRONG 🏁🔥

DAILY SCHEDULE SAMPLE

8:45 – Check-In & Gear Drop 🏖️
Attendance, quick welcome, safety check, and group readiness.

8:50 – Walk to the Beach 🚶‍♂️🌊
Group walk together — tone setting, ocean check, and light movement along the way.

9:00 – Warm-Up & Movement Prep 🤸‍♂️
Dynamic stretches, sand runs, balance drills, and quick coordination games.

9:10 – Boogie Skills Block 1: Fundamentals 🌊🏄‍♂️
Rotating focus depending on conditions and level:
• Board handling & positioning
• Safe entries and exits
• Prone riding posture and safety
• Kicking technique
• Catching whitewater

9:35 – Team Party Wave Challenge 🏁
Fun group challenge (relay rides, wave timing, teamwork goal).

9:55 – Snack & Hydration Break 🍊
Reset, sunscreen, quick chat.

10:05 – Boogie Skills Block 2: Progression 🌊
Applied skills:
• Reading waves
• Directional control
• Confidence in deeper water

10:35 – Free Play With Purpose 🎯
Supervised choice time — extra boogie time, water play, sand strength, balance challenges.

11:05 – Group Scenario Game 🚩
Whole-group activity reinforcing awareness, teamwork, and water confidence.

11:30 – Debrief & Wins Circle 🙌
Celebrate progress, highlight takeaways, preview next session.

11:40 – Walk Back & Dismissal 👋
Group return, gear check, pickup.

Session:
Week:

Is your preferred week sold out? Sign up for our waitlist here

Order Our Optional Seal Training Uniform Here

Meet Chris Schooley – Aqualand’s Seal Training Lead

Located at Anderson Street between Surfside & Sunset Beaches. See map below.

For water safe children ages 6-12 looking to become comfortable at the beach and in surf, Aqualand at Anderson Street is holding weekly Seal Training. This Ocean Prep Camp, in conjunction with regular swim training, will start your Seal Pup off with the proper techniques needed to eventually become playful and independent ocean goers & Junior Guards.

Seal Training will introduce campers to acclimating to waves and changing ocean conditions, body surfing, boogie boarding, & beach fitness.

Full day 8:45a-4p and half day 8:45-11:45p available.
8am drop available for full day but class will not start until 8:45.

Please let us know if you need early drop when checking out or texting 562-386-1058.

1 — June 8 — COURAGE UNDER WAVES 🌊💪
2 — June 15 — ADAPT & OVERCOME 🔁🏆
3 — June 22 — TEAM > SELF 🤝⭐
4 — June 29 — DISCIPLINE = FREEDOM 🎯🕊️
5 — July 6 — RESPECT THE OCEAN 🌊🙏
6 — July 13 — EARN YOUR FINS 🐬🏅
7 — July 20 — STAY COOL 😎❄️
8 — July 27 — LEAD WHERE YOU STAND 🧭🌟
9 — August 3 — PREPARED NOT LUCKY 🎒🍀
10 — August 10 — HONOR, INTEGRITY, GRIT 🛡️💪
11 — August 17 — FINISH STRONG 🏁🔥

DAILY SCHEDULE SAMPLE

8:45 – Check-In & Gear Drop 🏖️
Attendance, quick welcome, safety check, and group readiness.

8:50 – Walk to the Beach 🚶‍♂️🌊
Group walk together — tone setting, ocean check, and light movement along the way.

9:00 – Warm-Up & Movement Prep 🤸‍♂️
Dynamic stretches, sand runs, balance drills, and quick coordination games.

9:10 – Boogie Skills Block 1: Fundamentals 🌊🏄‍♂️
Rotating focus depending on conditions and level:
• Board handling & positioning
• Safe entries and exits
• Prone riding posture and safety
• Kicking technique
• Catching whitewater

9:35 – Team Party Wave Challenge 🏁
Fun group challenge (relay rides, wave timing, teamwork goal).

9:55 – Snack & Hydration Break 🍊
Reset, sunscreen, quick chat.

10:05 – Boogie Skills Block 2: Progression 🌊
Applied skills:
• Reading waves
• Directional control
• Confidence in deeper water

10:35 – Free Play With Purpose 🎯
Supervised choice time — extra boogie time, water play, sand strength, balance challenges.

11:05 – Group Scenario Game 🚩
Whole-group activity reinforcing awareness, teamwork, and water confidence.

11:30 – Debrief & Wins Circle 🙌
Celebrate progress, highlight takeaways, preview next session.

11:40 – Walk Back & Dismissal 👋
Group return, gear check, pickup.

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WHEN

Weekly Sessions from June 8, 2025 - August 21, 2026

8:45a-11:45a or 8:45a-4p M-F, 8am drop available for full day but class will not start until 8:45. Please let us know if you need early drop by texting 562-386-1058 or noting during checkout.

WHERE:

We meet on the greenbelt once you turn onto Anderson Street from PCH. If you are late, please walk your child to the beach. Please respect the neighbors.

 

REQUIREMENTS

Ages 6 - 12

Campers must be able to swim independently in a pool and will be assisted in the ocean.

COST

$180 HALF DAY
$ 400 FULL DAY

UNIFORM
Order Our Optional Camp Uniform Here and we will deliver to your child at camp on Monday!

WHAT TO BRING:
Plenty of Water
Snack (and Lunch for Full Day)
Rash Guard or t shirt for sun
Towel
Hat for sun
Sunscreen - please apply prior to arrival and pack your preferred brand
Wetsuit (not required but recommended if your child gets cold easily)
Hoodie/Sweatshirt

CANCELLATION POLICY

As a small California public benefit corporation (in process), Aqualand of the Free works hard to keep our water education programs affordable while paying staff fairly and planning safe, high-quality camps.

Because camp capacity is limited and resources are scheduled ahead of time, the following cancellation policy applies:

  • Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the start of camp (by 6:00 PM Monday) will receive a 75% refund.

  • The remaining 25% is a non-refundable deposit that secures your child’s spot.

  • Cancellations made within 7 days of the camp start date are non-refundable.

Please register with confidence in your schedule or with the understanding that enrollment includes a 25% non-refundable deposit.

Thank you for your cooperation!

CODE OF CONDUCT AND REMOVAL POLICIES FOR CAMPERS

Campers and class participants must adhere to behavioral expectations laid out by Aqualand staff which include but are not limited to:

  1. Respectful communication with staff

  2. Zero use of profanity

  3. Zero physical violence or unwanted physical contact with other campers - keep hands to themselves

  4. No throwing or kicking of sand

  5. Campers must stay with the group at all times

  6. Campers must participate in all activities 

  7. Campers must respond to verbal instructions and directions from staff i.e. it's time to get out of the water, do not go in the water etc.

  8. Campers must follow all direction given that is specific to the dynamic conditions and safety of watermen activities, watercraft safety and ocean activities.

Campers who are repeatedly unable to adhere to our code of conduct will participate in a parent and camper meeting with Aqualand staff.

Campers who continue to be unable to comply with our code of conduct will be removed from the remainder of camp at the discretion of Aqualand.

Aqualand reserves the right to remove any camper at any time and at our discretion.

Attending Aqualand is a privilege, not a right.