Tahoe Waterman Kids Camp

Paddle. Play. Grow. All summer long on the shores of Carnelian Bay.

Your Summer Adventure Starts Here

Safe, Fun & Skill-Building Camps

Our Kids Camp is all about building water confidence, making new friends, and having a blast on Lake Tahoe. Designed for ages 7–12, this full-day outdoor camp introduces young adventurers to paddleboarding, kayaking, outrigger canoeing, and beach games in a safe, encouraging environment.

Led by experienced instructors, kids learn new skills, build strength and coordination, and gain respect for the lake—all while laughing, learning, and having the time of their lives.

Two children in wetsuits standing on a rocky lakeside beach with a white tent labeled 'Tahoe Waterman' in the background.

Tahoe Watermans Youth paddling camps and programs provide a safe and nurturing environment for all children to learn, grow, and make memories that will last a lifetime. The camp's unique curriculums feature a dynamic waterman environment and give active children the opportunity to master the mental, physical, and technical skills needed in paddle sports, swimming, and water safety. Our programs, equipped with top-of-the-line Ocean Paddle Carft support the mindset of an active and healthy lifestyle, caring for the environment & having fun. No doubt a week at Waterman will bring aspiration to the entire family. As a lifestyle outdoor brand, Tahoe Waterman believes in being in nature and enjoying the lake in the summer months.

We work alongside the Lake Tahoe Waterman's association; for scholarship opportunities, please contact us for additional information.

Kids Camp

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WATERGROM CAMP

Ages 7-12

Sessions available from 07/07/2025 - 08/07/2025

Children running with paddleboards in shallow water, smiling and splashing, with a lake and trees in the background.

JR WATERMAN CAMP

Ages 13-17

Sessions available from 06/30/2025 - 07/03/2025

FAQS

    • Watergrom Camp welcomes ages 7 - 12 years old

    • Junior Waterman Skill Training Camp welcomes ages 13-17 years old

  • The camp is open to all kids ages 7-17. We would love to have your child join us for an exciting and fun-filled summer camp experience! Contact us for additional information or questions you may have.

  • Stand-up paddleboard, outrigger canoe, surfski, Water safety, swimming, environmental education, personal floatation device, coaching and mentorship, and more. Additionally, for the Junior Waterman Training, we incorporate breath control training with an Eastshore diving outing and first aid and CPR.

  • Spend time at the beach, making new friends, paddling fundamentals, water awareness and safety, swimming fundamentals and skills, athletic skills, environmental education, confidence, strength, and resilience games.

    • Watergrom: Mon-Thurs, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m

    • The Juniors Waterman Mon-Thurs, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m

    Meet and greet, Daily warm-up, daily skills sessions divided into approximately 30 minutes sessions per station, the day ends with a daily call to mind Q & A.

  • Lunch is not provided & available to purchase at check-out upon registration - Waterman Cafe features a full breakfast and lunch organic menu on location.

  • We recommend having the following items for our youth programs: sunscreen, a towel, a bathing suit, a change of clothing, a water bottle, lunch and snacks, swim goggles (diving mask for the Juniors), a wetsuit, or a wetsuit shirt. Most required items are available to purchase at Waterman.

  • We offer a sibling discount and scholarships are available, contact us for scholarship information.

  • The camp cost is $595

  • We strongly recommend having basic swimming skills or at the least, the participant is required to enjoy spending time in the water and be willing to learn swimming skills. A life vest (PFD) is recommended for most paddle sports activities and the PFDs are available for the less experienced swimmers at all times.

  • Watermans Landing's public beach is not a lifeguarded beach. The Watergrom camp is staffed with instructors and water safety supervising the skills stations.

  • The water temperature near the surface generally warms to 62 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 21 degrees Celsius) during July, August, and September. The air temperature can vary between 40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit within a 24-hour period (4 to 32 degrees Celsius)

  • Quality coaching and mentorship, clearly structured skill progression and instruction, a positive, caring, and supportive environment, top-of-the-line equipment, pure fun, and inspiration on and off the water.

  • Programs refund policy. The Camps are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment is due in full at the time of registration, NO REFUND will be issued, credit for future programs can only occur because of injury, and approval from the administration will be validated with medical documentation.

  • Private sessions at your lakefront location are available upon reservation and staff availability. We also offer a 2-hour long mini-session at Waterman for underprivileged youth groups and kids in needs organizations.

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