Trail Running

Water Sports

Friends and Fun

We offer daily runs, outdoor games, arts and crafts
and water activities designed for kids aged 10 to 14.
From 9 am to 3pm Monday - Friday
Make memories this summer with Big Wave Runners!
Trail Running

Expert-Led Trail Running

Discover trails in the Marin Headlands, China Camp, Roy's Redwoods, BonTempe/Lagunitas/Alpine Lakes, Hearts Desire beach, Angel island and Blackies Pasture.

Supervised Swimming

Water Activities/Learn to Surf

Runs are followed by a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean, the Bay or nearby streams/rivers.

Outdoor games and activities

Outdoor Games and Activities

We create an itinerary of fun games, outdoor crafts, and healthy snacks.

Discover Bay
Area Nature

Big Wave Runners is a small, adventure-based day camp that combines trail running, hiking, and surfing with fun games and creative crafts to keep kids active and engaged. Campers explore local trails around the Bay Area, building fitness, confidence, and a love for the outdoors in a supportive group setting.

Each day includes a 2 to 4-mile morning run followed by water sports, outdoor games, art activities and nature-based projects. Enthusiastic leaders focus on safety, inclusion, and encouragement, helping campers of different experience levels feel successful and have fun together.

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This is a pre-built section where you can add details about specific activity modules, like upcoming Surf Lessons, gear requirements, or special guest instructors.

MEET OUR DEDICATED TEAM

Hi! Our names are Sascha and Ella, we are driven by a shared passion for outdoor adventure and working with kids! We are committed to ensuring that every camper has a safe, enjoyable, and memorable experience. We bring together expertise in trail running, water sports, and youth coaching to create a supportive and inspiring environment for our campers.

Sascha Nikolai

Student at UCLA, graduating this spring with a Bachelor's in Communications.


4 years experience as a surf camp counselor at Stinson Beach and high school track and cross-country team captain!

Ella Broome

Student at UBC Vancouver, graduating in 2027 with a Bachelors in Natural Resources Conservation.


Experienced as a high school cross-country team captain and summer camp counselor!

We are running 8 sessions this summer!

Session weeks are:

Pricing: $550 per week
$1,000 for a 2-week session package

Scholarships available upon request