Department of Recreation

The UCSB Department of Recreation has provided quality youth programs to the Santa Barbara community for over 39 years and serve thousands of youth annually. We prioritize safety in all or our youth programming and staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Our summer programs are also a great value monetarily and often ‘the best deal in town’!

Campers can expect to have lots of fun! Our programming utilizes the UCSB Recreation Center which includes multiple pools, sport fields, basketball courts and more. Activities are also held throughout UCSB's campus in locations such as our Adventure Ropes Course, gymnastics area and the on-campus beach, Campus Point.

For questions contact camps@recreation.ucsb.edu or call (805) 893-3913

Summer 2020 camp registration will open in late February!

How to Register

Swim Lessons

Summer Day Camp

Surf & Kayak Camp

Jr. Lifeguards

Refund/Transfer/Cancellation Policy & Fees

We offer swim lessons for children age three and up with all experience levels. Private and group lessons are available (age and level dependent).All lessons are taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors. Click HERE for more information.

Winter 2020 lessons will go on sale December 4th at 10am

Summer 2020 sessions begin June 15th!
Campers enjoy daily swimming at the Recreation Center, access to the UCSB gymnastics room as well as weekly visits to the Adventure Ropes Course. Activities vary from week to week and include arts and crafts, group games, movies and more. UCSB Summer Day Camp offers a variety of activities to engage children of all ages and interests. Jr. Counselor program is also available. Click HERE for more information and to register.
Cost: $175-$205 per week
Ages: 5-14

2020 sessions begin June 15th!

The Surf & Kayak Camp takes place at the beach on UCSB's campus (Campus Point) and includes surfing instruction, kayak instruction, beach activities and environmental education. This camp is designed to encourage marine interaction through recreation and education. This is a unique opportunity for kids to learn about, respect and enjoy the resources our coast provides. Click HERE for more information and to register.
Cost: $125 per week (Plus a one time $25 fee for a rashguard)
Ages: 9-15

First session begins June 22nd, 2020
Jr. Lifeguards provides children the opportunity to learn and train with professional lifeguards. More than a summer camp, Jr. Lifeguards participants will gain a wide variety of skills in topics including oceanography, first aid, CPR, water rescue techniques, mutual cooperation, competition techniques, and lifesaving methods. Our Instructors are a mix of local teachers and college students with many years of lifeguarding experience. Click HERE for more information and to register.
Cost: TBA
Age: 8-17

 

E-Mail:
camps@recreation.ucsb.edu

Phone:
(805) 893-3913

Tax ID #: 95-6006-145

Mailing Address
Recreation/Camps
UCSB
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3025