In addition to the normal activities Kennolyn offers we also give campers the chance to try NEW out of the ordinary activities and in-depth instruction in our exciting KC Select program. These professional level activities are available each session at Resident Camp and at some Day Camp sessions. KC Select offers you the best of both worlds; a strong, traditional camp program combined with specialized activities and adventures that are designed to excite!

Read below to find out more about our KC Select programs available during SESSION 4

Surfing campers commit their three morning activity periods on activity days to receive two hours of actual surfing instruction in the water with professional instructors. Club-Ed provides our professional instruction. They instruct our campers on how to learn to ride waves and experience the healthy, exciting sport of surfing! Club-Ed's surfing school is the most respected surfing school in the world. This popular option has sold out the last three summers. Campers go to an unpopulated beach, which makes it a safe place for our campers to learn away from the Santa Cruz crowds. Wetsuit and surfboard rentals are included in KC Select fee. Offered to campers entering 7 and higher. Additional select fee $450.
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KC Select Equestrian Camp. For campers entering 5th grade or older who want to concentrate on riding and horses, this is the perfect solution. Equestrian Campers spend most of their time on riding, vaulting, and horsemanship activities. Each activity day is spent at the barn developing riding skills and knowledge. This program focuses on English riding with an occasional Western trail ride for fun. All Equestrian campers participate in an overnight ride which includes a beautiful twilight trail ride, a campout at our campsite by the creek, and an early morning ride back to camp. Advanced Beginner through Advanced riders are welcome at Equestrian Camp and they will be divided into instructional groups of 4-5 riders of similar ability. Equestrian campers have a change of pace by participating in other Resident Camp activities as well: afternoon free swim in the pool, two mornings of Free Choice activities, Evening Activities, Beach Day, and a trip to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Campers entering 5th and higher with riding levels advanced beginner through advanced are eligible. Campers should bring their riding helmet, boots and breeches if they have them otherwise they will be provided by camp. All riding activities take place at our historic Equestrian Center on the Hilltop Hacienda property. A shuttle bus takes campers on the 5 minute ride between our two properties.Additional Select Fee $550.
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