Youth Programme
Built for
Young Surfers.
Three age bands. Dedicated coaching. A milestone pathway designed for young athletes.
8–16
Age Range
3
Age Bands
4:1
Cubs Ratio
Free
Foundation Tier
Three Pathways
Your Age Band
First Steps Into the Ocean
Cubs is where the surf story begins. Sessions focus on water confidence, beach safety, board control, and standing up for the first time. Every lesson is delivered in calm, supervised conditions with low coach-to-child ratios.
- Ocean and beach safety fundamentals
- Balance and core stability on land
- Paddling technique and board control
- First wave riding — the white water phase
- Ocean awareness and reading conditions
Kaizen Progression
Milestone Pathway
Every RSJ youth member progresses through a structured milestone ladder. Coaches award each milestone after observing it under real surf conditions — not just in flat water.
- C1First beach safety brief complete
- C2Paddling in a straight line
- C3Prone ride on white water
- C4Pop-up on land consistently
- C5First stand on white water
- C6Riding to shore with control
- C7Turn to face beach from standing
- C8Paddling out through white water
- C9Green wave attempt (any result)
- C10First unbroken wave ride
- J1Consistent green wave take-off
- J2Basic bottom turn completed
- J3Directional control front & back
- J4Paddling out through unbroken waves
- J5Reading line-up and positioning
- J6Basic etiquette observed in line-up
- J7Top turn attempt on small wave
- J8Video review session completed
- J9First competition experience
- J10Two manoeuvres on a single wave
- J11Consistently catching own waves
- J12Basic heat strategy demonstrated
- Y1Fluid bottom-to-top turn sequence
- Y2Biomechanical review completed
- Y3Cutback on shoulder of wave
- Y4Re-entry attempt at lip
- Y5Heat strategy applied in competition
- Y6Priority management in line-up
- Y7S&C baseline assessment passed
- Y8Floater or aerial attempt
- Y9Consistent scoring in local events
- Y10Regional qualifier entered
- Y11Three-manoeuvre wave scored
- Y12Power and projection benchmark
- Y13Quarterly performance review passed
- Y14Elite pathway assessment complete
Milestones are tracked digitally. Parents receive an update every time their child achieves a new milestone, accessible via the family portal dashboard.
Every Session
5-Phase Session Structure
Every RSJ Youth session — regardless of age band or tier — follows the same five-phase framework. Consistency is how we build habit, confidence, and measurable improvement.
Entry Ritual
Name check, kit inspection, and a brief coach-led intention-setting circle. Every child states one personal goal for the session before entering the water.
Ocean & Safety Warm-Up
Dynamic beach warm-up followed by a live conditions read. Coaches walk through hazards, entry/exit routes, and today's specific safety focus with the group.
Technical Focus
Coaches in the water. Structured drill work on the session's pre-set technical objective — one skill per session, repeated until observed. Video capture for Breakthrough+.
Free Surfing
Unstructured water time. Children apply the session's skill in real waves without coach intervention. Coaches observe, note spontaneous application, and award milestones.
Debrief
Group debrief on the beach. Coach acknowledges one standout moment per child, reviews milestone progress, and logs post-session notes visible to parents in the portal.
Youth Membership
Choose Your Tier
Every child starts at the Foundation tier — free, with no commitment. Move up when you and your child are ready.
Founding Member Pricing Active
Prices shown are our launch rates — locked in for 12 months from your start date. Forfeited permanently if you cancel or downgrade.
Youth Foundation
- Parent-managed account
- Booking history & waivers
- Youth theory content
- Basic progress tracking
Youth Breakthrough
Save £10/mo vs standard price
- 5% discount on junior session bookings
- Progression milestone tracking
- Coach session notes
- Youth theory library
- Members-only community access
Youth Performance
Save £20/mo vs standard price
- 1 Youth 1:1 coached session per month included
- 10% discount on junior session bookings
- Youth fitness programmes
- 1 video analysis per month
- Youth competition preparation content
- Quarterly parent coaching call
Youth Elite
Save £60/mo vs standard price
- 2 coached sessions per month
- 2 video analyses from included sessions
- 15% discount on extra junior bookings
- Monthly 1:1 junior remote coaching
- Dedicated parent & youth coach relationship
- Competition block priority booking
- High-performance pathway access
- Quarterly performance review
- Priority booking — 48h early access
- Video biomechanics analysis
- RSJ Mobile App + Apple Watch App
- Kaizen Lab — surf-specific video analysis tool
Tiers can be changed at any time with 30 days notice. All prices include sessions, equipment (Foundation & Breakthrough), and coaching.
More Kids. Less Per Kid.
Have more than one young surfer? Every additional child saves you a percentage on their membership — automatically applied at checkout. No codes. No fuss.
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High Performance
Youth Surfing Programme
A 5-day intensive camp for competitive young surfers who are ready for the next level. Two ocean sessions daily, biomechanical video analysis, heat simulation, and an optional day at The Wave Bristol. Places are earned through application — maximum 8 athletes per cohort. Dates reserved for mid-August or September — announced soon.
Why RSJ for Youth
Safety First
Every session has qualified lifeguards, first aiders on site, and strict coach-to-child ratios. Full DBS-checked coaching staff. Parental consent and medical forms completed before first session.
Low Ratios
Cubs: maximum 4:1 child-to-coach. Juniors: 5:1. Youth: 6:1. Every child gets personal attention and consistent feedback — not just a group day out.
Real Progression
The RSJ Kaizen progression framework tracks every milestone from first stand to competition-ready surfing. Parents receive regular updates and can monitor progress in the portal.
Expert Coaches
All RSJ youth coaches hold SurfingGB Level 2 minimum, plus paediatric first aid and safeguarding certifications. Many have competitive backgrounds and carry national coaching experience.
For Parents
You're Always in the Loop
RSJ Youth membership includes full family portal access. You'll never wonder how your child is progressing — every session, every milestone, every coach note is visible to you.
Family Dashboard
Real-time view of your child's milestone progress, session history, attendance record, and upcoming bookings — in one clean interface.
Term Reports
End-of-term written report from your child's lead coach covering technical progress, effort, attitude, and recommended next steps.
Post-Session Coach Notes
After every session, your child's coach logs a brief note: what went well, what to work on, and any milestone achievements awarded.
Digital Waiver & Consent System
All parental consent, medical disclosures, and waivers are completed online before the first session. Updates are notified by email — no paper forms, ever.
Portal Access Included With
- Breakthrough tier and above
- All age bands (Cubs, Juniors, Youth)
- Instantly activated after first session
- Shared parent + child login
Youth Elite Exclusive
Competition Pathway
For young surfers who want more than just fun — RSJ Youth Elite members have access to a clear, structured competition pathway from first local event to national contention.
Club Beach Events
RSJ-organised beach events open to all age bands. Non-judged fun heats to build confidence, heat experience, and wave selection under "competition" pressure.
Regional Qualifiers
SurfingGB affiliated regional heats. RSJ coaches prepare each competitor with video, heat strategy sessions, and mental performance coaching in the lead-up.
National Junior Series
The British Junior Surf Series (U14, U16). RSJ supports travel logistics, provides on-site coaching, and submits formal result tracking to the member's progression record.
British Surfing Youth Team Pathway
Outstanding performers from the Y12–Y14 milestone bracket are referred to the British Surfing talent identification programme. RSJ coaches liaise directly with the national team selectors.
Youth Elite Only
The competition pathway support — including coaching at events, heat preparation, and national team referrals — is exclusive to Youth Elite (£89/mo) members.
Parent Questions
"My son went from not being able to stand up to confidently riding green waves in 8 weeks. The coaches genuinely care."
— Parent, Performance Tier (Juniors group)
Enrol Your Child
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Standalone Camps
Summer Camps
& Youth Events.
Alongside the membership programme, RSJ runs standalone bookable camps for junior surfers aged 7–18. Beach camps, wave pool development, and competition preparation — sole-coached with 1:6 maximum ratios.
Groms on Tour
Five mornings. Real coaching. Real progression.
£95
Per child, per week
Junior Shredders
The week that takes their surfing to the next level.
£295
Per child, per week
Basecamp
Surf. The science of the sea. Life skills that last.
£195
Per child · per week
Coming 2026 — Performance & Elite Youth
International
Surf Camps.
Exclusive youth international surf camps across Europe — Portugal, Spain, France, and Morocco. For Performance and Elite members only. 6–8 surfers per camp.