Located on the oceanfront Army and Navy Academy campus in Southern California, Academy by the Sea offers a wide range of dynamic opportunities for students and campers. During the traditional school year, the Army and Navy Academy operates as a college-preparatory boarding school for boys. Each summer, the campus is transformed into a co-educational environment hosting a unique mix of students, teachers, and camp counselors from all over the world. Academy by the Sea's programming is designed to enrich each participant's character through academic pursuits, recreational activities, and leadership training. Selections for summer include: Camp-Brain Enrichment, Camp-Brain Credit, Camp Challenge (JROTC Leadership), Camp Challenge Jr. (Middle School Leadership), Camp Pacific Classic, Camp Pacific Adventure, and Camp Pacific Surf.