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Matthew_D, Aug 2026
Surfing USA
I tried surfing for the first time ever in Hawaii! I had such a blast in the group lesson and met a lot of nice people! The instructor’s Devon and Theo were very friendly and knowledgeable about surfing and they were very encouraging to everyone as most of us were all newbies. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to try something new and get out of their comfort zone. I will say it is quite the workout to paddle out to the waves and does get exhausting. If you are aren’t in decent physical shape and very comfortable around the ocean I would caution you for safety to make sure this is something you are comfortable doing. It was a blast and I can’t wait to go back to Maui and try again!
Lisa_G, Aug 2026
Great lesson
We had the best private surf lesson with Austin! He was patient, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely safe and confident in the water from the very first wave. His expert coaching got us both standing up and riding in no time. If you're looking for a top-notch surf lesson, ask for Austin—you won't be disappointed!
Deborah_H, Aug 2026
Mario was very patient...
Mario was very patient with my two kids who had their very first surfing lesson with him. He made the lesson easy to understand and fun! He made sure they understood all of the safety aspects before letting them get out on the waves. In particular, Mario was very kind to my daughter who was really scared to get out there. They had a blast!
Meryem_E, Aug 2026
🏄 Great first experience
I had my first surfing experience in Kihei, and it was such a great experience! I had no experience or knowledge about surfing, but Austin was an amazing instructor—very patient, helpful, and encouraging. He explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable on the board. I learned so much and had a lot of fun. Definitely recommend! 🌺🏄♀️🤙
Jennifer_C, Aug 2026
Fun day learning to surf.
My husband and I (50s) and my teen daughter wanted to try surfing. We booked this tour and had a great day. There were 5 in our group. Our instructor showed us how to stand up while on land, then took us to the water. You do have to carry your own board down to the beach and back. Once in the water he gave everyone several chances to catch a wave and help get us going. Such a fun time!
Phyllis_D, Aug 2026
Excellent experience
Booked a private surf lesson for my husband. He’s never surfed before, is 58 years old, and he absolutely loved it! Everyone at this company was super friendly, the instructor was fantastic, and he wants to surf again! The company also rents surfboards, which is great! Definitely recommend!
Rami_B, Jul 2026
Highly, highly recommend Keep It Simple!
Mario and Mario (yes two Mario’s) were awesome instructors. Super friendly, really caring with our kids and my wife who was very nervous. They gave us great attention and instructions and we all were able to get up and ride a couple of waves! Highly, highly recommend Keep It Simple!!
Leah_H, Jul 2026
Fun and Easy!
Our instructor Scott was a cool guy and super chill. My husband and I had never surfed before but Scott’s instruction was helpful and right to the point. We must have caught around 30 waves within an hour and a half. The views from the beach of Maui were also amazing.
Sarah_W, Jul 2026
Great lesson with the family
Had a great time first time surfing. We all got up on the boards, the instructor was very helpful and went at our pace. It was quite breezy so hard work paddling but the water is nice and shallow so you can walk out a fair way to save energy. Great bonus being able to have the boards until 3pm to practice on your own after but 2 hours was enough for us. Photos were really great and we felt reasonably priced for the quality.
Ashley_B, Jul 2026
Best Surf Lessons In Maui
Such a fun experience! Our instructor Zach explained everything easily and showed us what to do and what to expect in the water. Once out in the water he helped us through each wave and was cheering us on. Will definitely be book again. I’ve done another group lesson awhile back near here and this experience was so much better. There is also a photographer that takes pictures!
Jaime_H, Mar 2026
A trip highlight 🏄♀️🤙🌺
Hands down one of the BEST experiences we had in Maui!
We did the semi-private surf lesson at Ka’anapali Beach with Island Style Adventures, and it was absolutely unreal from start to finish. If you’re even thinking about trying surfing—go for it. And do it with this crew!
Nick was super easy to reach, and helped us reschedule our lesson when the weather didn’t behave. Shawn and Aldo were next-level instructors. Super laid-back, incredibly patient, and just the right mix of encouraging and technical. They made it feel safe, fun, and honestly way easier than I expected. Everyone in our group was up riding waves, and the vibes were pure aloha the whole time. On the ride back to our hotel, our 12 and 14 yo boys were saying “bro I LOVED those guys!” 🙌😌
And Christin—WOW. Not only was she so kind and easygoing, but the photos she captured are priceless. She somehow caught all the best moments (even the ones we didn’t realize were happening), and now we have incredible memories we can actually see forever.
What really stood out was how personal the whole experience felt. It never felt rushed or overly “touristy.” Just good people who love what they do and want you to have the best time possible.
If you’re in Maui and want something fun, memorable, and totally Hawaiian—this is it.
10/10 would book again in a heartbeat. Mahalo to the whole crew for such an awesome experience!
Shinekwa_K, Oct 2025
This was my first time...
This was my first time surfing and to my surprise I caught several waves! Javier was great at teaching and breaking down how to do every step to make sure I succeeded. Even when I wiped out he was still very encouraging. If it’s your first time or not, I definitely recommend.
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