Spring 2024
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
8 weeks in the water.
Experience our 8-week Spring season, an after-school program designed to deepen children's connection with the ocean through interactive play. Think of it as a blend of physical education and environmental science, where kids engage in ocean activities, learn about marine ecosystems, and build friendships - all without the homework.
Ages 7-13
April 1 - June 5 (No programs on Memorial Day)
Campus Point and Leadbetter
3:30pm-5:30pm
Participants may attend TSL for one program per season (usually that means one day a week). Read about how registration and waitlisting works at our FAQ.
Activities:
Surfing
Stand up paddling (SUP)
Kayaking
Boogie boarding
Tide pooling
Sailing with the SB Sailing Center,
Visits to the Maritime Museum and Sea Center.
All skill levels are welcome
The minimum requirement to participate is being able to swim. Lead coaches are certified lifeguards with a minimum 3 years experience in ocean recreation. Supporting coaches have up-to-date CPR training, and demonstrated water safety skills in our pre-season training.
Scholarships
We use a sliding scale for our registration cost to assure that price is not a barrier of entry. To see how you qualify, please click register and create a user login to enter your annual household income.
Please read our COVID-19 precautions and protocols.
LOCATION: LEADBETTER
Sea Lions
Grades: 2-5
April 1 - May 31st (9 weeks!)
Mondays and Wednesdays at Leadbetter Beach from 3:30-5:30pm
Orcas
Grades: 2-5
April - May 31st (9 weeks!)
Tuesdays at Leadbetter Beach from 3:30-5:30pm
LOCATION: CAMPUS POINT
Sting Rays
April 1 - May 31st (9 weeks!)
Grades: 6-8
Thursdays at Campus Point from 3:30-5:30pm
Sea Turtles
April 1 - May 31st (9 weeks!)
Grades: 2-5
Fridays at Campus Point from 3:30-5:30pm
PROOF OF INCOME
We believe that our lower income families deserve the right to financial privacy. If you need assistance, we trust and are here to support you. No pay stubs, no bank statements, no copy of last year's federal tax return, no wages and tax statements.
Sliding scale prices per participant based on California Housing and Community Development Guidelines for Santa Barbara, CA
*A one-time non-refundable deposit of $30 will be charged upon registration. A $30 retainer fee per family is non-refundable on cancelled registrations. This retainer fee may not be transferred to a different program or participant.
FAQs
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To ensure fairness and accessibility, The Sea League employs a weighted lottery system for program registration when demand exceeds available spots. This system considers various factors, including economic need and previous participation, to allocate spots equitably. If your child is not initially selected, they will be automatically placed on our waitlist.
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Safety is our utmost priority, with certified lifeguards and experienced instructors leading our activities. We also ensure a low ratio of participants to instructors for personalized attention and care.
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While there are no strict prerequisites, we recommend basic swimming skills for our water-based activities. We also provide swim lessons for those looking to improve these skills.
Still have questions?
If you don't find the answers you're looking for in our FAQ, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information—we're here to help!