ABOUT US
Located on spectacular oceanfront property, Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific is an overnight summer camp and hosts a wide range of activities and programs for youth and teens from across the country and around the world. We offer summer camp, summer school and a unique JROTC leadership training camp.
Offering a highly dedicated and international staff, academic, recreation and leadership program options, and a focus on character development, Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific is truly unique.
A Few Points that Set Us Apart
- Camp Pacific — Founded in 1943
- Academy by the Sea — Founded in 1995
- Surf Camp — Introduced in 1997 and combined with Camp Pacific in 2012
- Camp Challenge — JROTC added in 2010
- Middle School Leadership Challenge - Added in 2012
- Camp Pacific Adventure - Added in 2012
- 16-acre, oceanfront campus
- Camp Pacific is Accredited by the American Camp Association
- Academy by the Sea is accredited through NAIS and WASC.
- International campers and staff representing over 26 countries worldwide
- Academic, Recreation and Leadership program offerings.
Campus
Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific are owned and operated by the Army and Navy Academy, a boarding school for boys, grades 7-12. Army and Navy Academy was founded in 1910 and is reputed for its fine college preparatory program that follows University of California standards and emphasizes academics, athletics and leadership.
A Word from
Our Director:
“I really look forward to giving our participants an experience that they will never forget. Our dynamic programs give everyone the opportunity to achieve their goals. I am excited to share our long history and traditions with all of our participants.”
– Ken Weeks,
Summer Programs Director
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Our Programs:
AcademicMission
Enhance the lives of youth through Education, Recreation, and Leadership Training.
Vision
Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific will remain an internationally recognized summer program for youth, instilling pride and self-esteem while developing good character, leadership abilities and responsibility.
Philosophy
Academy by the Sea/Camp Pacific's philosophy advances the fulfillment of the mission and provides a pathway for participants to:
- Value the active pursuit of knowledge for their realization of individual potential
- Develop a sense of self-discipline, leadership and respect for others
- Acquire personal honor and pride in themselves and in the community
- Build cultural awareness through diversity
Academy Values:
Academy By the Sea/Camp Pacific staff strive to model and support five aspects of campus life: Honor
Integrity
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
