Gaia Guides Kids Camp - Alameda, California

Lily Manderville

Working at Gaia Guides Kids Camp is hands down the best way to spend a summer! During the school year, I teach art and yoga, so getting outside and exploring the Bay with a bunch of energetic, curious kids is such a refreshing change of pace. There’s nothing like teaching them how to paddle or kayak and seeing their faces light up when they get the hang of it!

This job is the perfect mix of fun, nature, and getting kids to unplug and just be kids. Whether we’re paddling, playing games, or just soaking up the outdoors, it’s so cool to watch them connect with the world around them and with each other.

If you love working with kids and want to spend your summer outside (seriously, what’s better than sunshine and water?), Gaia Guides is the place to be. Every day feels like an adventure, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything!

Rashmi Deshmukh

My 7 yr son attended paddle boarding camp with them. His first time. Camp instructors were so good. Encouraging and caring. He was excited to go to the camp everyday. And learned safety protocols and techniques. We will be going next summer again.

Laurie Vasquez

Family Paddle Night is our new favorite activity!! We cannot say enough great things about this program. With a wide range in ages, from adult to seven years old, it's not easy to find an activity that our family can all learn to do together. This was such a fun adventure for all of us. The instructors were so kind and patient. We will be going back for sure!

tyla tran

My 9 year old had a really great time. I would 10 out of 10 recommend this summer camp if you're kid(s) like the water. The owner was exceptionally down to earth and really cool. We will definitely be back next summer!

Shirley Heinemann

Victoria is not only an amazingly experienced paddler (class 5 whitewater kayaker, whitewater SUP, kitesurfer to name only a very few), she builds safety behind every adventure with every detail and with client ultimate enjoyment in mind (she was herself acting as safety kitesurfer for our downwind SUP trip in Baja in addition to overseeing the tour). Her boundless enthusiasm and energy surrounds her whether teaching, leading, or just hanging out. Absolutely 10 stars out of 5!

Rebecca Carpenter

Wow! My 11 yo kiddo ended the week saying this was his favorite camp ever!! Victoria was awesome - so energetic and great with the kids. They had bundles of teamwork and collaboration, learned about tides, currents and winds, and my LO was exhausted at the end of every day with a huge smile on his face. Would definitely recommend this program.

Angela Sagabaen

Victoria provided great instructions and was a lot of fun! This was a great activity for me to do with my son - I HIGHLY recommend!!!

Jessica Liang

I don’t write reviews often, but I really want to share this five-star review for the stand-up paddleboard summer camp by Adventures 4 Kidz. It was an absolute delight for my child, and I couldn't be happier with the experience.
First and foremost, the camp's staff exceeded all expectations. They were incredibly friendly, professional, and dedicated to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of every camper. Another aspect that stood out was the camp's dedication to providing a fun and educational experience. The instructors not only taught stand-up paddleboarding skills but also instilled a love and appreciation for nature and outdoor activities. It was incredible to witness my child's growth and development in both physical and mental aspects.
I highly recommend this camp to parents looking for a fun, educational, and memorable summer camp experience for their children.