Me and the Sea — City Camp for Youth Aged 8-13 (in estonian)

The "Me and the Sea" summer camp helps children broaden their horizons,

discover sailing and active seaside recreation, learn essential water safety

skills, and experience a real maritime adventure together with professional

lifeguards, sailors, surfers, and Scouts!

More information and registration:
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10–13 August 2026
Tallinn
Every day from 10:00 to 17:00

Sailing, Water Rescue, Surfing, Hiking, Scouting and Future Careers

For children aged 8–13

Locations: Pirita, Stroomi Beach and Viimsi

Price: €239

We invite boys and girls aged 8–13 to join a unique summer camp where active seaside adventures are combined with hands-on experiences exploring exciting maritime professions. It will be an energetic week filled with adventure, new skills, teamwork, and unforgettable memories.

The camp is perfect both for children who already love the sea and sports and for those who would like to try something completely new, including sailing, surfing, rescue operations, and engineering projects.

The programme is coordinated by Happy Classes, an educational centre with more than six years of experience organising educational and sports camps.

Activities are led by experienced professionals

Sailing and Water Safety – PIRITA WATERGRATT SAR
Surfing, Sports and Outdoor Activities – Time to Surf Surf & Snowboard School
Guest Experts – Professional lifeguards and police officers (real-life safety and internet safety)
Special Guests – Members of the Estonian Scout Movement
Forest Hike with an RMK nature guide

How does the camp work?

Every morning children meet in Pirita or Viimsi and participate in an exciting programme from 10:00 to 17:00.

Daily lunch and snacks are included.

Meals are provided by Viimsi Spa and Sardiinid Restaurant.

4-Day Programme

Day 1 – Water Safety: Becoming a Lifeguard

Together with professionals from PIRITA WATERGRATT SAR, children will:

learn safe behaviour around water;
become familiar with rescue equipment;
understand the basics of water rescue;
participate in practical rescue exercises and simulations;
discover what a real lifeguard's working day looks like and what it means to help others.

Day 2 – Sailing Adventure

Together with the WATERGRATT captain and crew, children will:

sail on a real yacht;
learn the basics of sailing;
discover how a yacht works;
experience teamwork on board;
hear fascinating stories from life at sea;
learn about careers connected with sailing and navigation.

Day 3 – Hiking, Engineering and Creative Workshops

Children will meet professional lifeguards and police officers.

Programme highlights:

Creative art workshop – "Colours on Canvas: Summer Mood"
Happy Classes Engineering & Creativity Labs
Interactive session with police officers and rescue professionals, who will introduce their equipment and share real-life experiences.

Forest Hike and Orienteering in Viimsi

Together with an RMK guide and Estonian Scouts, children will explore the beautiful Viimsi Peninsula.

They will learn:

basic survival skills;
how to recognise animal tracks;
environmental awareness and respect for nature.

A special highlight will be meeting members of the Estonian Scout Movement, who will demonstrate the valuable life skills Scouts develop, including:

helping others;
teamwork;
practical everyday skills.

Day 4 – Surfing and Freedom: Life as a Coach or Instructor

At Stroomi Beach children will enjoy:

surfing;
stand-up paddleboarding (SUP);
kite surfing with professional instructors;
beach games and water sports;
basic physical training and water safety;
discussions about careers connected with sports and an active lifestyle.

The Camp Fee Includes

Participation in all four programme days;
Daily lunch and snacks;
All materials and equipment;
Souvenirs and themed badges;
Professional supervision and safety throughout the programme;
The possibility to pay in instalments by prior arrangement.

What will your child gain?

Four exciting, educational and unforgettable days;
Plenty of outdoor activity and new friendships;
Greater independence and teamwork skills;
Practical knowledge from experienced professionals;
Most importantly, a broader outlook, an authentic maritime adventure, exciting discoveries and lasting memories.

Places are limited to only 20 participants.

Registration is now open.

Camp languages: Estonian and Russian.

Time to Surf: +372 5551 2872 www.timetosurf.ee

Happy Classes: +372 5559 2043