TOPS'L Surf's Up Kids Club & Kids Night Out - Frequently Asked Questions
What are the qualifications of the Surf’s Up Staff?
The Surf’s Up Staff is comprised of one supervisor and three interns. The interns are college-aged students who are participating in the ResortQuest Recreation Internship Program for the summer. These students are receiving credit for their internship in fields such as: Commercial Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism, and other related fields. Students are CPR (Adult, Child and Infant) and Standard First Aid Certified. Students must be at least 18 years old, be extremely energetic, outgoing, fun & enthusiastic, as well as, a team player with a positive attitude and leadership skills.
What is the counselor to child ratio?
We say the ratio is 1 to 6 to be safe; but it works out to be more like 1 to 4.
What should my child bring to Surf’s Up?
A positive attitude, fun-loving spirit and a GIANT smile
Clothing & Shoes - Campers should arrive dressed for activity. We recommend outdoor activity clothes and athletic shoes (no sandals or open toed shoes). Please survey what your child brings to camp in the morning to avoid losing items. Please label clothing, towels and all personal items.
Water Bottle - Please send your child with a water bottle each day, labeled with your child's name.
Sun Block - Many activities will take place outdoors. We recommend applying sun block on your child prior to arrival and sending spray-on sunscreen with your child to camp. We do not allow our staff to apply cream sun block (rub in type) on your child.
Swimming Gear - Please pack a swimsuit and towel for your child every day.
Gym Bag/Backpack - A gym bag or backpack is recommended for your child's belongings. Please label with your child's name.
Money/Items of Value- Please do not send items of value (cell phones, CD players, i-Pods, Gameboys, trading cards, etc.) with your child. Surf’s Up Staff/ ResortQuest/TOPS’L cannot be held responsible for any lost or stolen items. Items that are not appropriate for camp may be confiscated and locked in the camp office until parents pick these items up.
What happens when the weather is bad?
When the weather is bad, we focus our activities indoors and have just as much fun as we can!
What type of food is served at Surf’s Up Kids Club and Kids Night Out?
Food for participants of these programs comes from the Blue Dunes Grill and includes a variety of kid-friendly choices such as: PB & J, Turkey and Cheese Sandwich, Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Hotdog, Chicken Fingers and Grilled Cheese. If your child has any food allergies or other medical problems, please let a staff member know so we can make arrangements for your child. We offer the same food items during Kids Night Out. The cost of the food is included in the program price…you’re child does not need to bring money to purchase these items.
I would like to send more than one child to Kids Club, do you offer discounts for each subsequent child within a family.
Yes, we do offer discounts for families with more than one child. Please refer to our price list for daily and weekly discounts available for Surf’s Up Kids Club and Kids Night Out.
Do you offer any types of packages?
Yes, we do offer several packages. Please refer to the Package section of our Kid's Club price list for details.
Do we have to register for Kids Club and Kids Night Out?
Registration will always be 15 minutes prior to start time. Kids Club registration will be from 9:45-10:00am and Kids Night Out will be from 5:45-6:00pm. Registration will always take place at Surf’s Up Kids Club.
Where is the Surf's Up Kids Club located?
Surf's Up Kids Club is located on the first (1st) floor of the Tides Building. The phone number to the Kids Club is 850-267-9386 or just ext. 386
Are there any forms to fill out?
When you drop off your child on the very first day, we have some liability forms for you to fill out. Please do not be alarmed, these are just "In Case" forms. Should anything happen to your child during an activity, you will be contacted immediately.
What if I have other Questions?
Please contact Michael Musso, Recreation Supervisor at 850-267-9128 or via e-mail at mmusso@resortquest.com
