May 5, 2025

Bay Sports Camp

Bay Sports Camp is designed to teach your kids sports like stand up paddling and kayaking while learning water safety, environmental education. We use games, drills and unique bayside adventures to learn about the local eco-system and values of being stewards of our watersheds.

Activities might include; kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, art, water quality testing, water rescue drills, fishing, swimming and snorkeling. All campers are supervised by 5:1 Student to teacher ratio, life jackets must be worn at all times.

**ONLY 3 Sessions offered this year. Book Today!**
June 23 & 24, July 21 & 22, Aug. 11 & 12

Posted by aarin.hartwell

May 28, 2024

The Weekender // 2- Days

Safety

What to Bring

Drop Off & Pick Up

Ocean Awareness

Releases and Registration

Staff

Our Commitment to Safety-

Safety is our first priority as proven by our eight years of camp operations and safety record. We follow guidelines and training from both American Red Cross and United States Lifeguarding Association to ensure the safest and most rewarding experiences. We always keep a student to instructor ratio of 4:1 and all of our instructors have certifications in First Aid, CPR, and are open ocean trained. We also carry a comprehensive insurance package, including general liability.

We also know the value in teaching about Safe Ocean Practices. Our camp ocean safety education consists of:

Wave prediction and judgement
Longshore current identification
Sun exposure and UV awareness
Beach Ecology and marine science education
Venomous Marine Life awareness and first aid
Popular marine life education
Rip current identification, awareness, and existing procedure

What should we bring?

We recommend that you bring a backpack with the following items:

Lunch - Be sure to pack a healthy lunch, snacks, reusable water bottle.
Reusable water bottle -We provide cold water.
  Sun Protection - Hats, Sunscreen, long sleeve water clothing.
  Cap/Hat - Pack your own or purchase of ours !
  Towel -We use frequently!
  Swimwear -Please come appropriately dressed.

Location: 7010 Padre Blvd. Hilton Garden Inn & Sand Rose
We have allocated 20 minutes in the morning and afternoon to bring the kids up to the drop off and pick up locations in front of the neighboring hotels (Hilton & Sand Rose Hotel). We highly encourage you to be available during these times to drop off and pick up your child. If you are unable to meet us in this time frame we ask that you please find parking and walk your child to our beach site.

***We are currently producing a drone led video of the drop off/pick up locations and our beach site. We plan to publish here and in our social media.

Ocean and Environmental Awareness- Safety With Wildlife

We know that nature can shape a child's memory and experiences, which is why we pair environmental and ocean awareness with action sports. It’s fun, exciting, and encourages an active, healthy lifestyle. We believe that learning about the ocean and all of its changing dynamics is part of an all encompassing experience our beach life instructors hope to share. Water Safety, open ocean awareness and coastal wildlife are incorporated into the camps curriculum.

We do take a significant amount of time in our water related programs to share our knowledge of the ocean. We teach about how to safely swim in open ocean, how to avoid and escape rip currents, how to respect other water users, and awareness of marine life. Campers will learn so much about the ocean that it will increase their comfortability and maximize their amazement and experience in the ocean.

SPI Sessions has a unique approach to our staff. We call ourselves ‘beach life Instructors’ because we believe we share more with the student than just a surfing lesson. We are well-rounded individuals with love for all things friendly to our beach and lifestyle. We maintain a rotating staff of 5-7 Beach life Instructors. In a camp setting we maintain a 4:1 ratio of surfer to instructor staff to maintain the attention necessary for adequate surf technique and stoke. We are very proud to have a strong staff of vetted individuals eager to share the stoke of surfing and eco-awareness.

Meet the Team

About Us

SURF LESSONS

We will cover all the basics of surfing including an introduction to equipment, paddling and standing-up! There's so much to learn about surfing too- so we will take the kids into advance lessons as we progress through the course.
OPEN WATER SAFETY

Open Water Safety is a high priority for us and we take it very seriously. Students will be instructed of our Camp procedures, safety precautions and in case of emergency drills.
BEACH ECOLOGY

Everyday one of our camp instructors will take your child through a fun beach ecology or marine science lesson. We feel strongly about out establishing a connection to our ocean and we hope to make a lasting impression on your child.
H20 & Shade

We are good about hydration and taking breaks. We take water breaks often and have a 5-gallon water dispenser on site at camp. We STRONGLY encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle everyday to camp. We will not have plastic cups on the beach.
WARM UP

All of our sessions begin with a proper warm up. We will go through some basic stretches and practice some of our fun beach yoga techniques!
RELEASES AND PAYMENT

All Release Forms should be emailed to Spisessions@gmail.com or signed during the online booking process. All payment shall be taken online or over the phone. One day drop in sessions must bring all releases and payment day of.

Posted by aarin.hartwell

May 28, 2024

The Experience // 3- Days

Safety

What to Bring

Drop Off & Pick Up

Ocean Awareness

Releases and Registration

Staff

Our Commitment to Safety-

Safety is our first priority as proven by our eight years of camp operations and safety record. We follow guidelines and training from both American Red Cross and United States Lifeguarding Association to ensure the safest and most rewarding experiences. We always keep a student to instructor ratio of 4:1 and all of our instructors have certifications in First Aid, CPR, and are open ocean trained. We also carry a comprehensive insurance package, including general liability.

We also know the value in teaching about Safe Ocean Practices. Our camp ocean safety education consists of:

Wave prediction and judgement
Longshore current identification
Sun exposure and UV awareness
Beach Ecology and marine science education
Venomous Marine Life awareness and first aid
Popular marine life education
Rip current identification, awareness, and existing procedure

What should we bring?

We recommend that you bring a backpack with the following items:

Lunch - Be sure to pack a healthy lunch, snacks, reusable water bottle.
Reusable water bottle -We provide cold water.
  Sun Protection - Hats, Sunscreen, long sleeve water clothing.
  Cap/Hat - Pack your own or purchase of ours !
  Towel -We use frequently!
  Swimwear -Please come appropriately dressed.

Location: 7010 Padre Blvd. Hilton Garden Inn & Sand Rose
We have allocated 20 minutes in the morning and afternoon to bring the kids up to the drop off and pick up locations in front of the neighboring hotels (Hilton & Sand Rose Hotel). We highly encourage you to be available during these times to drop off and pick up your child. If you are unable to meet us in this time frame we ask that you please find parking and walk your child to our beach site.

***We are currently producing a drone led video of the drop off/pick up locations and our beach site. We plan to publish here and in our social media.

Ocean and Environmental Awareness- Safety With Wildlife

We know that nature can shape a child's memory and experiences, which is why we pair environmental and ocean awareness with action sports. It’s fun, exciting, and encourages an active, healthy lifestyle. We believe that learning about the ocean and all of its changing dynamics is part of an all encompassing experience our beach life instructors hope to share. Water Safety, open ocean awareness and coastal wildlife are incorporated into the camps curriculum.

We do take a significant amount of time in our water related programs to share our knowledge of the ocean. We teach about how to safely swim in open ocean, how to avoid and escape rip currents, how to respect other water users, and awareness of marine life. Campers will learn so much about the ocean that it will increase their comfortability and maximize their amazement and experience in the ocean.

SPI Sessions has a unique approach to our staff. We call ourselves ‘beach life Instructors’ because we believe we share more with the student than just a surfing lesson. We are well-rounded individuals with love for all things friendly to our beach and lifestyle. We maintain a rotating staff of 5-7 Beach life Instructors. In a camp setting we maintain a 4:1 ratio of surfer to instructor staff to maintain the attention necessary for adequate surf technique and stoke. We are very proud to have a strong staff of vetted individuals eager to share the stoke of surfing and eco-awareness.

Meet the Team

About Us

SURF LESSONS

We will cover all the basics of surfing including an introduction to equipment, paddling and standing-up! There's so much to learn about surfing too- so we will take the kids into advance lessons as we progress through the course.
OPEN WATER SAFETY

Open Water Safety is a high priority for us and we take it very seriously. Students will be instructed of our Camp procedures, safety precautions and in case of emergency drills.
BEACH ECOLOGY

Everyday one of our camp instructors will take your child through a fun beach ecology or marine science lesson. We feel strongly about out establishing a connection to our ocean and we hope to make a lasting impression on your child.
H20 & Shade

We are good about hydration and taking breaks. We take water breaks often and have a 5-gallon water dispenser on site at camp. We STRONGLY encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle everyday to camp. We will not have plastic cups on the beach.
WARM UP

All of our sessions begin with a proper warm up. We will go through some basic stretches and practice some of our fun beach yoga techniques!
RELEASES AND PAYMENT

All Release Forms should be emailed to Spisessions@gmail.com or signed during the online booking process. All payment shall be taken online or over the phone. One day drop in sessions must bring all releases and payment day of.

Posted by aarin.hartwell

May 29, 2021

Surf Development Clinics

Advanced surfing knowledge begins with mastering a set of skills that will help with overall performance. In each of our summer surf development clinics, surfers will learn by watching surfing techniques performed in slow motion, use balance boards and various balance equipment, use surf-skate boards for maneuverability and technique, and even master a duck dive in a pool. Competitive Surf training will increase surfers awareness of the sport of surfing, culture, and competition criteria.

Our 2-day Summer Surf Development Clinics are offered on Thursdays and Fridays of our Summer Camp Hours (10am-1pm) at our location, 2000 Gulf Blvd. 1-Day “Drop-In” Sessions are also available for those who are unavailable for both clinic days. Classes are limited to 15 students. Skill level assessments will be given at the beginning of each session to properly pair students with instructors and skill levels.

JUNE CLINIC SCHEDULE

WHAT TO BRING

OUR BEACH

COACHES & STAFF

SPI STORE

SURF DEVELOPMENT CLINICS=

Our Surf Clinic Sessions will focus on these four surfing themes in June and circulate other technique and skills throughout the summer:

-Wave Selection & Positioning

-Balance Training & Maneuvers

-Paddle Technique & Duck Diving

-Competitive Surfing

“Be Free Surf & Skate Contest”

Things...

If you have a surfboard, please bring your own. Although we do provide surfboards for our classes it is best to become comfortable with your own gear!
Arrive in a swimsuit
Bring in a backpack; Towel, reusable water bottle, snacks, lunch, hat, apply and bring sunscreen.

What included:

All Equipment: We have several levels of surfboards to help advance your skills.
Please be sure to pack a reusable water bottle and a snack or meal for your child.
The sun is fierce. Please bring proper sun protection including; sunscreen, hat, and UV protective clothing.
Skate boarding attire for the summer days will likely include; shorts, t-shirt/tank/longsleeve UV shirt, cap, and sandals.
CAMP REMINDER: Drop off and Pick Up: Parents should drop off kids on the beach and check in with SPI Sessions staff. Please be on time for our clinics and for pick-up. SPI Sessions staff will wait with children after our clinic, but must not exceed 20 minutes after pick-up or our after-care price of $25 will be charged. Please let us know in advance (If possible) if after-care is needed.

Where will we surf?- Accommodating You

What will I learn?- Surfing Basics

We are confident that you will see surfing the way we do. It has the capacity to change your life and become one of the most special things you do. Check out what we do to get you started: • The Basics of Surfing • Paddling the Board • Catching Waves • Standing Up on the Board • Wave Selection • Turning Techniques • Surf Etiquette • Ocean Awareness and Safety Advanced surfing knowledge begins with mastering a set of skills that will help with overall performance. In each of our summer surf development clinics, surfers will learn by watching surfing techniques performed in slow motion, use balance boards and various balance equipment, use surf-skate boards for maneuverability and technique, and even master a duck dive in a pool. Competitive Surf training will increase surfers awareness of the sport of surfing, culture, and competition criteria.

What's Included? - All inclusive deal

What should I bring ? - Your smile and stoke

Where do we park?

What happens if conditions are unfavorable for surfing ?

What if I need to cancel my lesson ? - We got you covered

Will you have lifeguards or trained First Responder staff?

Posted by aarin.hartwell

October 21, 2016

Group Surf Lessons

SPI Sessions- Group Surf Lessons

Group surf lessons are the most fun and affordable way to try surfing with friends and family. With your own group of 4 or more people, we will personalize our instruction and instructor:student ratio to ensure no one is left out. Our sessions are one hour and provide your group with all of the necessary equipment and instruction to begin. Land lessons are essential to safety and understanding technique on your first day, but don’t worry you will have plenty of time in the water. Each person is equipped with their own board and instructors send each student on a wave following the next. Guidance from coaches will help accelerate each new surfer at their own pace and push them into the best experience each person can have.

Group Surf Lessons

South Padre Island

Listen to our Founder tell you more about group surfing lessons.

Friendly Staff

Safe Practices

Best Price

Difficulty

What is included and what should I bring?

Where will we surf?- Accommodating You

Who can participate in private lessons?

Will you have lifeguards or trained First Responder staff?

What/Who is a beach life instructor?

Is Surfing Safe? What are your Safety procedures?

What’s covered in our session?

Where should we park?

What happens in unfavorable conditions?

What if I need to cancel my lesson?

Posted by aarin.hartwell

October 21, 2016

The Ultimate // 5-Day

Safety

What to Bring

Drop Off & Pick Up

Ocean Awareness

Releases and Registration

Staff

Our Commitment to Safety-

Safety is our first priority as proven by our eight years of camp operations and safety record. We follow guidelines and training from both American Red Cross and United States Lifeguarding Association to ensure the safest and most rewarding experiences. We always keep a student to instructor ratio of 4:1 and all of our instructors have certifications in First Aid, CPR, and are open ocean trained. We also carry a comprehensive insurance package, including general liability.

We also know the value in teaching about Safe Ocean Practices. Our camp ocean safety education consists of:

Wave prediction and judgement
Longshore current identification
Sun exposure and UV awareness
Beach Ecology and marine science education
Venomous Marine Life awareness and first aid
Popular marine life education
Rip current identification, awareness, and existing procedure

What should we bring?

We recommend that you bring a backpack with the following items:

Lunch - Be sure to pack a healthy lunch, snacks, reusable water bottle.
Reusable water bottle -We provide cold water.
  Sun Protection - Hats, Sunscreen, long sleeve water clothing.
  Cap/Hat - Pack your own or purchase of ours !
  Towel -We use frequently!
  Swimwear -Please come appropriately dressed.

Location: 7010 Padre Blvd. Hilton Garden Inn & Sand Rose
We have allocated 20 minutes in the morning and afternoon to bring the kids up to the drop off and pick up locations in front of the neighboring hotels (Hilton & Sand Rose Hotel). We highly encourage you to be available during these times to drop off and pick up your child. If you are unable to meet us in this time frame we ask that you please find parking and walk your child to our beach site.

***We are currently producing a drone led video of the drop off/pick up locations and our beach site. We plan to publish here and in our social media.

Ocean and Environmental Awareness- Safety With Wildlife

We know that nature can shape a child's memory and experiences, which is why we pair environmental and ocean awareness with action sports. It’s fun, exciting, and encourages an active, healthy lifestyle. We believe that learning about the ocean and all of its changing dynamics is part of an all encompassing experience our beach life instructors hope to share. Water Safety, open ocean awareness and coastal wildlife are incorporated into the camps curriculum.

We do take a significant amount of time in our water related programs to share our knowledge of the ocean. We teach about how to safely swim in open ocean, how to avoid and escape rip currents, how to respect other water users, and awareness of marine life. Campers will learn so much about the ocean that it will increase their comfortability and maximize their amazement and experience in the ocean.

SPI Sessions has a unique approach to our staff. We call ourselves ‘beach life Instructors’ because we believe we share more with the student than just a surfing lesson. We are well-rounded individuals with love for all things friendly to our beach and lifestyle. We maintain a rotating staff of 5-7 Beach life Instructors. In a camp setting we maintain a 4:1 ratio of surfer to instructor staff to maintain the attention necessary for adequate surf technique and stoke. We are very proud to have a strong staff of vetted individuals eager to share the stoke of surfing and eco-awareness.

Meet the Team

About Us

5-day summer surf camp booking instructions: Camp starts on Mondays. Please select your desired week and the quantity of children you wish to register.

1-Day summer surf camp booking instructions: Please select the 1-day camp date and the quantity of children you wish to register. Please click "continue." If you wish to add more than one day, please click the green "Add to Booking" button on the Create Booking page to navigate back to the calendar to select additional days. Once satisfied with your cart, fill out the form and press continue at the bottom of the page to proceed to payment.

10:00 - 10:20 Camp drop-off and sign-in at Hilton Garden Inn and SandRose

10: 20 Walk to the beach (this becomes a quicker process each day...)

10: 30 Stretch, Swim test (first day only) and light snack

11:00 Land Lessons and surf instruction / Warm up Pop-ups

12:00 Lunch Break

12:20 Ocean Safety Lesson or Beach Sports Activity or Surfing

1:20 Activities finish, light beach clean-up and pack-up

1:45 Instructors and Campers walk-up for Pick-Up

1:45 -2:00 Pick-up and sign-out Hilton and Sand Rose

What is included and what should I bring?

Where will we surf?- Accommodating You

Who can participate in surf camp?

Will you have lifeguards or trained First Responder staff?

What/Who is a beach life instructor?

Is Surfing Safe? What are your Safety procedures?

What’s covered in our session?

Where should we park?

What happens in unfavorable conditions?

What if I need to cancel my reservation ?

Posted by aarin.hartwell

October 20, 2016

Private Surf Lessons

We are an experienced team of well traveled beach life and surfing instructors ready to make your private surf lesson on South Padre Island a memorable one. We are equipped with the best equipment, safety first mindset, and all the fundamental skills to get you surfing in your first lesson. SPI Sessions private surfing lessons cater to your skill level. Our sessions are available for beginner and advanced surfers and all ages and abilities. We provide high quality instruction before beginning each lesson that details ocean safety procedures, current and wind direction acknowledgement, and basics of surfing technique.

Private Surf Lessons

South Padre Island

Listen to our Founder tell you more about private surfing lessons.

Friendly Staff

Safe Practices

Best Price

Difficulty

$35

daily rate

Surf Board Rentals

Surf board rentals are available at any time. We ask for a completed CC authorization form and rental payment in full. Please let us know what kind of board you need: soft top board, epoxy longboards and advanced short boards are available.

BOOK NOW

What is included and what should I bring?

Where will we surf?- Accommodating You

Who can participate in private lessons?

Will you have lifeguards or trained First Responder staff?

What/Who is a beach life instructor?

Is Surfing Safe? What are your Safety procedures?

What’s covered in our session?

Where should we park?

What happens in unfavorable conditions?

What if I need to cancel my lesson?

Posted by aarin.hartwell

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Bay Sports Camp

Bay Sports Camp // 2-Day Camps

Monday & Tuesday

CAMP DATES:

WHO CAN JOIN?

CAMP LOCATION:

MEDIA

So what do you do for 4 hours?

SURF!! ...and we have so much fun!

The Weekender // 2- Days

The Weekender// 2-Day Surf Camps

Saturday & Sunday

CAMP DATES:

WHO CAN JOIN?

CAMP LOCATION:

SCHEDULE

So what do you do for 4 hours?

SURF!! ...and we have so much fun!

SURF LESSONS

OPEN WATER SAFETY

BEACH ECOLOGY

H20 & Shade

WARM UP

RELEASES AND PAYMENT

MEDIA

The Experience // 3- Days

The Experience// 3-Day Surf Camps

Mon.- Wed. & Wed.- Friday Options

CAMP DATES:

WHO CAN JOIN?

CAMP LOCATION:

SCHEDULE

So what do you do for 4 hours?

SURF!! ...and we have so much fun!

SURF LESSONS

OPEN WATER SAFETY

BEACH ECOLOGY

H20 & Shade

WARM UP

RELEASES AND PAYMENT

MEDIA

Surf Development Clinics

SPI Sessions- Private Surf Development Clinics

SURF DEVELOPMENT CLINICS=

SKILLS

Book Your Surf Development Clinic Now

F.A.Q.'S

Custom Group Experiences

After-School Surf Development

SHOP

PHOTOS

Book your Surf Development Clinic Now.

SAFETY & WELL-BEING

REFUND POLICY

HEALTH & COVID-19

OTHER FUN

Group Surf Lessons

SPI Sessions- Group Surf Lessons

Book your Surf Lessons Below!

Group Surf Lessons

Check-In & Arrival- Details

F.A.Q.'s

Frequently Asked Questions

...we're here to help!

PRIVATE LESSONS

SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS

GROUP LESSONS

SURF BOARD RENTALS

Custom Group Experiences

Surf Development

INFO

Everything else we thought you'd ask!

...safety and so much fun!

SCHEDULING

REFUND POLICY

HEALTH & COVID-19

LODGING

The Ultimate // 5-Day

The Ultimate // 5- Day Surf Camps

PRIVATE
LESSONS

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LESSONS

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LESSONS

SURF BOARD
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