Thank you Eric and Teri! My son Alex had a wonderful time at camp this summer. He did learn how to surf and by the end he was so comfortable that he plans on getting his own surfboard and keep practicing when we go to the beach together. I will definitely recommend Aloha Beach Camp to friends and family. Thank you again for your honesty and integrity. read more

I love this camp. It is great for kids of all ages. I have friends who live in la and in the san fernando valley and it is great that we can send our kids to the same camp. The buses are also amazing! They have seat belts to ensure a safe ride to and from the beach. The counsellors are extremely friendly and are CPR/First aid/lifeguard certified. One of my biggest concerns was sun burns but my kids have never come home red. Their counsellors constantly remind the kids to put on sunscreen which my kids need as they are very forgetful. The owners are the sweetest people and will take the time to listen to your needs. What's even more amazing is the day by day enrollment. You don't have to worry about week long commitments at a time. As a working woman, my schedule always changes and this option is perfect. 5 stars for sure! What kid wouldn't want to spend the day at the beach to escape the heat? read more

I have sent my 2 kids here for 6 years and have been so pleased with their experience. They always come home tired and excited to go back the next day. It makes me proud that they learn a lot and love to share with me what they did. I LOVE that they get the chance to go surfing, boogie boarding, or just play in the water. The counselors are so involved and help them every step of the way. It's nice to see returning counselors that my kids already know and are comfortable with. The transportation that is provided makes it very convenient for drop-off and pick-up. You can also sign up any day of the summer which makes it easy for other friends to join in at any time. Some people may think it is pricey, but it is worth every penny! I just had to review on yelp. read more

Our son absolutely loves this camp. He just finished his third year with Aloha Beach Camp, and is already looking forward to next summer! read more

Aloha Beach Camp - Summer Camps Near Me - Malibu, California

Hands-down one of the best summer camps in all of Southern California. After being in business for over 15 years that should speak volumes for this summer camp itself. The staff year after year have exceeded my expectation, the owners are beyond terrific with handling any and all request in a timely manner. The BIGGEST rave I have is the outstanding safety protocol. My kids LOVE-LOVE-LOVE Aloha Beach Camp and are trilled to go every summer! Thank you ABC for all that you do to make my kids summer trilling and filled with new adventures. read more

We love this camp so much. The owners/staff are the best, and clearly put a lot of effort into making sure the kids have a wonderful time. The communication to parents is superb. The travel routes are great & fairly punctual almost daily. My child made friends she still keeps in contact with. The special events and year party are also amazing! This year we signed up for the entire summer, and the Hawaii trip! We can't wait for another amazing summer in the water. Thank you Aloha for all you do! read more

Aloha beach camp is probably the best summer camp you can send your kids to. It's no question that the beach is the place to be for any age, especially during the hot, sunny summer days. However, Aloha Beach Camp goes above and beyond to ensure the safety of your kids as well as providing a fun, creative, and adventurous experience all while hanging out at the beach. As a previous camp counselor of ABC, I have full confidence that your kids will not only enjoy what this camp has to offer, but will also want to come back for more. All of the camp counselors are fully trained with CPR and lifeguard certifications, as well as trained in song making, joke telling, game playing fun! Also, I must confess one thing. As a camp counselor for 4 years, we never .. Ever .. Ever forget sunscreen! In fact, sunscreen is applied on at least three times a day or more. You won't have to worry about bringing home sunburnt, pink faced kids because we've got it covered - literally. From surfing to sand castle making, learning about sea life through beach hikes, art making and game playing, with new activities and games created each day. There's not much else your kids will ask for 'cause Aloha Beach Camp has it all! If you're wondering what camp to take your kids over the summer - this is it. Hands down. read more

We sent our daughter to this camp this summer and she absolutely loves it! She surfs, boogie boards, builds sandcastles, etc all day. The staff here is always so friendly and accommodating, we will be sending her to this camp for sure next summer! We highly recommend this camp if you want your kids to have a memorable summer experience! read more

This is an amazing camp! A full summer at the beach with a few hidden gems and also going to the lake for jet skiing, tubing and wake boarding. Caring, energetic, and trained counselors make the campers day fun and safe inside and out of the water. Arts n crafts, softball, soccer, football, ultimate frisbee, and not to mention the Surfing!!! Fun packed days each day makes it an easy decision to choose Aloha Beach Camp. Would recommend this camp to anyone!! read more

I've been going to Aloha Beach Camp for a couple years now and it's been the best time of my life. The counselors at Aloha are really nice they welcome you and make sure that you are always having fun. i went to the Hawaii trip and it was amazing we would surf swim kayak and paddle board. i'm so sad i'm too old to be a camper now but i can't wait to help the new comers as a counselor read more

Our son just finished up a week doing this camp. He came home tired, sandy and very happy every single day. He says it's the best camp he had ever done. I was so nervous about doing this camp, but after a few days, I realized he is fine and in good hands with the counselors. We are definitely going to come back next year and spread the word to other parents as well. read more

We LOVE Aloha Beach Camp. I have 5 boys and all of them enjoyed all the time they spent there last summer and can NOT wait to go back again. It is all they talk about. The staff is amazing and the ratio of camper/staff is terrific. I highly recommend this camp to all families with kids of all ages. You will not regret it!!!! read more

Summer 2016 update: We have been going to this summer camp for 4 years now. My oldest is now 10 and this was his 4th summer, and my youngest is 6, and this was his 2nd summer. Just when I didn't think it could get any better it keeps getting better! My boys started off in different camps, the little one in Keiki and my big one in Kahuna. This summer the little one graduated up and had full confidence to do so! Keiki camp really lets the kids gain confidence within the safe parameters that the counselors provide. They take the time to know each camper. They have FUN! And let the kids safely expand out of their comfort zone just enough each summer. All very safely. Now that he's in the big-kid camp he is so proud. It is a family affair now! Here is my original review from 2013. 200,000 Stars! This is the first summer we chose this camp and it's hands down the best decision I made this year! WATER SKILLS: My 7 year old who always loved the beach, but was not extremely confident getting in the ocean water, absolutely loves it. By the second day of camp he was body surfing and boogie boarding. By the second week he was SURFING. We recently went to Hawaii for a week and he did not hesitate to try any water sport that we presented. We lived in the water that week and he was paddle boarding, snorkeling, and of course boogie boarding and body surfing. He also did some long board surfing. I know that we wouldn't have been able to get him to do even a fraction of these things if it weren't for everything he learned in just a few weeks at Aloha Beach Camp! SAFETY: Their motto is "if it isn't safe and fun, we're not doing it." It works! They don't push the kids to do something they aren't ready for. However, they encourage the kids to do new things within the safety of their boundaries. They always have to pass a swim test to go in the water. Kids wear color coded wrist bands that indicate how deep each child can go in the water: ankle level, knee level or all in. They have a 100% safety record. I went to the beach with my 3 year old at Zuma to go check out Kaden in action... I was totally impressed by the safety procedures. They set up a perimeter in the water and I never saw one child venture out of that perimeter. There were counselors on land assigned to watching the water activities. All the counselors on that duty were totally focused and ready for action. The other counselors were there to play with the kids on land that were taking a break. Everything was organized and SAFE. Not to mention, they set up right next to the lifeguard station so there is that added level of safety as well. Just a note on how organized they are... we have not lost a single article of clothing, goggles, or bag. To date we only lost one bottle of sunscreen because Kaden left it at the lake. TRANSPORTATION: The bus is so fantastic. Sure they are late coming back to Hancock Park now and then. But nobody can control traffic. Kaden has gotten to know a lot of campers on the bus as well as the counselors. Sometimes he brings his iPod, but sometimes he chooses to leave it at home. "I don't need it. We do other stuff on the bus." COUNSELORS: AMAZING! A lot of the counselors are former campers so that alone says a lot. I've never seen a counselor without a smile. They are friendly, great with the kids, and completely competent in the water. When I went to visit, they all knew Kaden and were so happy to meet his little brother (a future camper :). They told me all about his likes and dislikes and obviously knew him well. FLEXIBILITY! This is one of the best aspects of the camp. You pick the days you want to send your kids to camp! You aren't held to a strict calendar that if you miss a day, well it's your money down the drain. I send him 3 days a week most weeks, and then we have long weekends to really enjoy our summer vacation. You can do it for a week, a day or all summer! Take your pick! Eric & Teri: Just the most genuine, down to earth, enthusiastic and friendly people ever. They run a fantastic camp and absolutely care about the parents and kids and love what they do and it shows! THE CAMPERS: The kids are amazing. My son is 7 but in the 8-12 group. He tells me all the time how nice the big kids are to him. I think it says a lot about the camp when your child can't stop talking about how nice and cool the kids are. TIPS: - Stock up on a case of sunscreen: clear spray for kids is the best as the kids apply it themselves throughout the day. We go through a bottle every 3 days of camp! - Have a few swim trunks and swim shirts. - Pack extra water. - Invest in a spring suit. (3/4 length wetsuit) - Get water shoes - Pack a change of clothes in a gallon sized ziploc bag. - Do it! FROM MY 7 YEAR OLD: I asked him if I should give Aloha Beach Camp 5 stars. He says completely seriously, "No. Give them two hundred thousand stars." read more

My kids were born in L.A. however we relocated to Atlanta a few years ago. We return to L.A. each summer to visit family and so our kids can go to Aloha Beach Camp. Their time spent at camp is the highlight of their trip. The folks who run the program go out of their way to make sure the kids are safe and having fun. My daughter enjoys jet skiing and my son loves boogie boarding. My daughter is allergic to bees and got stung once at camp. The staff handled it perfectly, following the protocol we gave them in advance, including calling me at home immediately to let me know and administering proper treatment. Highly recommend this camp. Wish they had something like this in Atlanta! read more

Eric reached to my family and me last night, and from speaking to him, I could tell that he was very much genuinely sorry for my daughter's experience and not just paying me lip service so we would change our review. He explained that he was not looking for a quid-pro-quo and that even if we did not change our review, he would still revamp his emergency procedures, reach out to our daughter to apologize, as well as refund our money. Mistakes happen, and no business, regardless of how attentive, is perfect, but how they address criticisms and mistakes is what counts at the end. As such, we feel that a 1-star review was no longer warranted and decided to update our review. read more

My 15 year old daughter LOVES Aloha Beach Camp! She's been going for 9 years as a camper, and this summer she'll be a CIT (counselor-in-training). We tried many other camps over the years but this one is the best in L.A. by far. The kids get to do so many fun things like learning to surf, boogie boarding and even find stuff on the sand with metal detectors! My daughter talks year-round about how much fun she has during the summer at Aloha Beach Camp. The transportation program is also great and very convenient with pick-up locations everywhere in Los Angeles. And as a busy parent, I can't say enough about the flexible enrollment scheduling. You can sign up day-by-day without any long-term session commitments. In fact once or twice we've needed to add a couple days of camp at the last minute and they were able to accommodate us on a drop-in basis. Aloha Beach Camp is an amazing camp! read more

My kids went to Aloha beach camp for years and they loved it. Getting them off to the bus was easy because they were so excited to be with their friends and counselors and i knew they were in good hands. I loved the transportation and the owners make everything for the parents and kids. As a working parent i loved the flexible scheduling option and not having the pressure to send my kids every day, although that is what my kids wanted. Now my kids are staff members and they still really enjoy going to camp, being with the kids and participating with the activities. This is a great camp, everyone is so nice and it is run very well. I highly recommend Aloha Beach Camp. read more

Best beach camp! Best owner! Best counselors! Amazing experience for kids!

My children have attended Aloha Beach Camp for the past 3 Summers. They love it! We have a number of different beach camp options that are closer to home. But the kids always choose Aloha over all the rest. Highly recommended. read more

My daughter absolutely LOVED this camp!! Not only have I referred people from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara for many years, but all who attended have told me how happy they were that I told them about it!! They have also referred others and told them what a great experience it was. The staff is very professional and I will continue to refer people. Eric Naftulin, the camps Director runs a wonderful, safe and educational camp. It is so nice to know that camps like this exist with great people running them!! My daughter can't wait to go back!! read more

My kids LOVE Aloha Beach Camp. They went last summer for the first time. Both kiddos became increasingly comfortable in the water following their experience and our son (6) even began to learn how to surf. I appreciated the professionalism and energy of the director and staff. Also really like the flexible schedule option. As we begin to put together our summer plans this year, Aloha Beach Camp is a must for at least a few weeks - the kids insist! read more

Aloha Beach Camp was such an amazing experience! From ziplining and tackling high ropes courses to swimming in the ocean and eating s'mores, the counselors always found a way to keep us smiling throughout the whole trip. Paddleboarding and Snorkelling were two great activities, and spotting animals on the beach such as crabs and turtles made this trip an unforgettable journey. The food was delicious, and going to places like the Polynesian Cultural Center and the Dole Plantation taught me so much. The trip was not at all exhausting but relaxing and very pleasing. Would definitely recommend! read more

WOW! What an amazing place!!! CPR trained & Lifeguard approved counselors will take your kids on an all summer long adventure they won't soon forget! So many fun activities for the kids. Painting, surfing, boogie boarding, body surfing, wakeboarding, tubing and jetskiing. The owner and camp director, Eric Naftulin, a father himself, spends the entire day with the campers on sight to ensure that all the children are safe, happy and are having an amazing summer experience! read more

I know there are many surf camps in Los Angeles, but I can say that the BEST surf camp is Aloha Beach Camp. We did try some other surf/beach camps before we discovered Aloha Beach. From the time we drop him off the bus stop (where a counselor is already there) to when we pick him up (where the counselor stays until all the kids are picked up) he is having fun. The counselors are great and keep a close watch over the kids. There are 3 different levels based on age and water skills. Even if your kid isn't a swimmer, this camp is still good for them. If was up to my son, he'd go to Aloha Beach Camp all summer (and it hard for me not to agree). Eric and Teri, the owners, are wonderful people and their camp is quality. If you are using Yelp to check camps, send you kids to this one! read more

My seven year old went to Aloha Beach Camp last summer for her first time and she absolutely loved it! The staff was very professional, the activities were well planned and the flexible schedule was priceless. Last year my daughter went one day a week. This summer she wants to sign up for 3 days a week for the entire summer. Can't wait for Summer 2017. read more

Great summer camp, I cannot say enough good things about this program, my girls have attended a few years and they really enjoy it. I feel very safe sending my daughters here. They are very flexible to work with. Even if my kids are doing other things in the summer, they alway beg to get at least a few days at aloha beach camp. I really like that they have a variety of activities and try to mix between beach days and lake days. read more

Parents, if you are searching for the best camp in the L.A. area and an experience that your kids will remember and talk about for years to come...look no further than Aloha! From the fully trained and certified staff, to the diverse offering of activities, flexibility of scheduling, safe and reliable transportation, and the amazing locations, you couldn't ask for more for your child. Kids make friends for life at Aloha and the owners - Eric and Teri - are so passionate about what they do and make it their personal mission to provide an experience that is safe, fun, and memorable. All kids want is to have fun, make friends, feel safe, and enjoy the waves and the summer sun. Aloha provides all that and more! Don't delay...sign up today! Start building summer memories that will last a lifetime and give your kids the gift of Aloha this summer! read more

My daughters have been attending this amazing camp now for 2 years and it has transformed their appreciation for the ocean. The counselors and staff at Aloha beach camp are so knowledgable and enthusiastic about working with the kids. Some of there fondest memories were the days that went to Castaic Lake that's when they had the chance to jet ski,tubing and kayaking, what a BLAST:) Alyx was their counselor this summer and she is truly awesome!!! They can't wait till next summer!!! Thanks Aloha Beach Camp!! read more

Great camp with lots of fun activities. My son has a blast at the beach with the other kids and the excellent counselors. Eric and Teri who run the camp are extremely kind, responsible and easy to work with. Whenever we had questions or things we need to work out they always got back to us quickly and professionally. My son went to the day camp and their overnight camp in Hawaii and had a fantastic time at both. We have been sending him for the last four years and have never had any problems. It's the only camp my son doesn't get bored with and always wants to go to! read more

My NOT yet 4 year old son attended Aloha beach camp last year for about 3 weeks. He had never been to camp and never been on a bus before! But boy did he have a great time. He came home everyday happy and exhausted :) and looked forward to camp each morning. The staff took excellent care of him and I felt very comfortable having such a little guy in their care. Aloha beach camp was great for my son's confidence and independence. He's not much of a water guy and I don't think he spent a lot of time in the actual water but he loved the beach activities and playing in the shallowest parts of ocean :) We can't wait for beach camp this summer and signed up early to secure a spot! read more

My son absolutely loves Aloha camp! He can't stop talking about it and the super friendly staff. Would definitely recommend! Full day at the beach, with games and great staff...what could be better? read more

EXCELLENT!!!! Aloha Beach Camp was the best experience for my daughter. She went there as a camper for years and then became a part of the staff. My daughter learned how to become a strong swimmer, surf and made friends that will last a lifetime. Eric, the owner became a mentor for my daughter. I have complete trust in his business sense and abilities to encourage youngsters to become positive adults. If you are thinking of sending your child to camp, LOOK NO FURTHER! Karen read more

This is our first experience with Aloha Beach Camp and although I was so very nervous sending our 4 year old son to his first ever summer camp I am so happy we decided to go for it. Our son can't stop talking about his days at the beach and it's just amazing to pick him up from the bus and see how happy he is and how totally wiped out from spending a fun filled day. He's been going on 4 weeks now and the bus has been on time every single pickup and drop off. From my son's report they apply sunscreen "all the time" so I never have to worry about sunburns. We visited the camp one day just to watch from afar and they really have a great system down pat. The counselors are super fun and very attentive keeping an eye out for all the kids. I feel very happy we decided to go with this camp. read more

My daughter has been going to the camp for years (since she was 5) and absolutely loves her time at Aloha Beach camp. Not only has she become a proficient ocean swimmer, she was able to instruct us all on kayaking while on vacation in Hawaii. We highly recommend Aloha and both Eric and Teri are GREAT!!!!! read more

I sent my son to Aloha and he loved every minute of his time there. He was begging to go back. The staff were focused on safety and the campers needs while making it a fun experience. We liked how they embraced the kids and made them feel welcomed while making it experiential. They have been doing this for a long time and I actually found out about the camp through a friend who has sent her kids. Lynda H read more

When we moved here from NY, we inquired about what the "best" summer camp was and boy did we find it at Aloha beach camp. My son and daughter have had the most amazing summer experiences attending this camp for over 8 summers. They loved the beach days and as they got older, really enjoyed the days at Castaic Lake. Each summer, They had the greatest counsellors that made each day super fun and safe. Eric and Terri run THE BEST camp experience in all of SoCal. read more

Eric and Teri Naftulin have been in the camp business for over 20 years and are true experts at making a wonderful camp experience for kids. The kids have so much fun when they are little at the Keiki camp which is perfectly tailored for little ones' beach days and then as the kids get older, so do the programs. I love that they are separated so the little ones can just be little ones and the big kids can have their own tween experience. The flexibility of picking the days you want and and the superior quality of their mature counsellors coupled with an emphasis on safety make this a perfect camp for beach loving children. read more

Our son has been going to Aloha Beach Camp for six summers, spanning two age groups, and loved all of it. He only embraced the surfing part last year, and isn't big on boogie boarding, so the camp works for everyone who just loves the beach and the ocean. Counselors are amazing, they know the kids, and the owners are deeply involved, accessible and responsive. The flexibility - choose your days - have made this camp fit with every new summer's plan, whether we travel, try other kinds of camps including sleep away, or just want to enjoy the true freedom our son feels when he can pull on a swimsuit and flip-flops and spend the day at the beach. (The bus transportation is also efficiently managed and part of the day's fun.) Wednesday "lake days" are also a highlight and nice mid-week change of routine. read more

My sister sent her youngest son on their Hawaii trip and he has not stopped talking about it since! He loved seeing all the turtles and fish that you don't get to see at any beach. He mentioned that the counselors were great and that he wants to go back next Summer. He was always too afraid to surf with me at home but now has a newfound love for it after learning how on this trip, can't wait to take him out next weekend! read more

Not only are the counselors super fun with the kids (my daughter adores them!!), but the owners are the most responsive, accommodating, and kind with any requests we had (with changes in our schedules for drop offs, getting a credit for future use when our daughter broker her arm, etc.). I highly recommend this camp for kids! They do so many fun activities and my daughter wants to come back every summer! Thank you, Aloha Beach Camp, for all that you do for our kids (and our families)! We truly appreciate everything from the bottom of our hearts!! read more