About Us

It's a Wave
of Life

For 17 years, Sandy Days Kids Camp has created unforgettable spring and summer memories for thousands of campers, and a welcoming community that families love to be part of.  

Activities

Freedom to choose & the power of play

Our age-appropriate activities give campers the freedom to choose what they love, helping them build confidence as they explore, try new things, and discover how high they can fly.

Kids Ages

4.5 to 14 years old

Safety & Supervision:

Exceptional Camper-to-Counselor Ratio

At Sandy Days Kids Camp, camper safety is the most important part of our job. We maintain a 6:1 camper-to-counselor ratio and have upheld an impeccable safety record for more than 17 years. Our team is trained in ocean safety, emergency response, child supervision, and environmental awareness, ensuring all campers—especially those new to the ocean—learn how to navigate the beach responsibly. With established emergency response protocols, along with structured sun-care and hydration practices, we provide a secure environment where children can explore, play, and grow.

Committed to Every Child’s Safety

We prioritize safety above all else. With nearly two decades of experience running a beach-based day camp, our team is highly trained in ocean awareness, child supervision, emergency response, and sun protection. Whether your child is new to the ocean or already comfortable in the water, our counselors guide them through best practices for staying safe while building confidence and respect for the beach environment. Your child’s well-being is our constant focus. 

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Pacific Palisades
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Team Sports

Emphasis on cooperation, communication, and shared goals:

Beach Volleyball, Soccer, Kickball, Capture the Flag, Ultimate Frisbee, Dodgeball (soft foam balls only), Relay Races (various formats), Tug-of-War, Frisbee Golf – Team Format, Flag Football, Team Obstacle Course, Challenges, Sharks & Minnows, Parachute Games and many more!

Individual Sports

Emphasis on independence, confidence, and personal progress: 

Long Jump (sand pit), Hula Hooping, Throwing & Catch Skill, Frisbee Accuracy Toss, Balance Beam / Balance Challenges, Yoga & Stretching, Mindfulness Walks, Solo Obstacle Course, Sandcastle “Build Challenges”, Target Toss Games (bean bags, rings, hoops), Speed & Agility Time Trials, Boogie Boarding and many more!

Ocean / Water Activities

Our ocean time is designed to build confidence, respect for the water, and pure beach-day joy — always supervised closely and coordinated with LA County Lifeguards:

Boogie Boarding, Swimming, Wading & Wave Play (age-appropriate, shallow-water fun), Morning Paddle Sessions, Water Safety Basics (how to read the ocean, rip-current awareness), Tide-Line Exploration (foam, kelp, shells, sand crabs), Ocean Observation Games (spotting dolphins, birds, and changing tides), Sand & Water Engineering (channels, pools, and “river builds”), Bucket-Brigade Team Relays and lots more!

All ocean activities follow strict protocols and are adjusted daily based on conditions, lifeguard guidance, and each camper’s comfort level.

Creative Performances

Encouraging self-expression, creativity, and confidence through playful performance:

Talent Shows, Short Skits, Ensemble Performances, Improv Games, Lip Sync Battles, Puppet Theater, Juggling, Flash Mob Dance Parties, Sand Castle Sculpture “Show & Tell” and way more!

Arts & Crafts

Our Arts & Crafts program encourages creativity, confidence, and imagination — with projects kids love taking home and sharing with their families:

Tie-Dye Shirts (a Sandy Days favorite — offered regularly), Friendship Bracelets & Lanyards, Seashell Art & Beach Collages, Painting (watercolors, tempera, and mixed-media), DIY Stickers & Buttons, Bead Necklaces and Keychains, Nature Art (leaves, sand, driftwood, and found materials), Creative Journaling & Sketchbooks, Sand Sculpting with Tools & Molds, Recycled Art Projects (up-cycling everyday materials), Sun-Print Cyanotypes (nature-based photo art), Mask Decorating, Mini Canvas Paint Sessions, Chalk Art Murals, Seasonal & Theme-Day Project Stations and lots more!

Theme Days

Our Theme Days have included the following:

  • Super Mario/Nintendo Day,
  • Super Hero Day,
  • LEGO Day,
  • Harry Potter Day,
  • Olympics Day,
  • Carnival Day,
  • Crazy Hair Day,
  • 80’s Day
  • and many more!