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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

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Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons in Waikiki

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Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson

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Enjoy a 90-minute surfing lesson with an experienced guide who is also a professional lifeguard in Hawaii. Learn to read the surf and ride the waves during a lesson that includes instruction on the beach followed by practice in the warm waters of Oahu’s North Shore. This family-friendly experience provides plenty of customized attention and fun, along with the chance to view the sea turtles that are commonly found in this area.

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Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

Private Surf Lessons in North Shore Oahu

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Group Surf Lessons for beginners on the North Shore of Oahu

2 hours

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Enjoy a memorable way to experience Oahu’s North Shore, also known as the birthplace of surfing, during this guided lesson. Don't worry about hitting the waves alone: With just a small group for company, you can learn all the basics from your expert surf instructor, from paddling out to balancing on the board—and hopefully even riding the waves. All gear is included for your ease and convenience.

Beginner Surf Lesson in North Shore, Oahu

1.5-Hour Semi Private Surfing Lesson in Honolulu

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Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

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North Shore Beginner Surf Lesson, Hawaii

60 to 90 minutes Open Book Surfing Lesson with Certified Guide

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Take to the waves at the famous Waikiki Beach during this private 1.5-hour surfing lesson that offers personalized instruction. Learn how to paddle and pop up from your longboard, first on the sand, and then test your newfound skills in the Pacific. Already know the basics? No problem, you receive tailored instruction based on your skill level. Want to introduce your little one to the sport? This surfing lesson is great for kids, too.

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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

Surf Lessons on the North Shore Great for Families and all Ages

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Experience Oahu’s tropical waters on a private surfing lesson. Designed for beginners or seasoned surfers who want to hone their skills, the lessons can be customized to suit your skill level. Learn the basics on sand and then get in the water and catch some waves. Your certified instructor will share knowledge about Hawaiian surf etiquette and reading waves, and souvenir photos and T-shirts are available for purchase. Ideal for visitors looking for a quintessentially Hawaiian experience.

1.5-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Honolulu

Learn to ride the waves on Oahu's North Shore during a small-group surfing lesson capped at two students for a personalized experience. Lessons are geared toward beginners and focus on teaching the fundamentals of surfing, such as how to time and catch a wave, and how to transition from paddling to standing. Your instructor can assist you in catching waves and provide feedback to help improve your technique.

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Oahu Semi Private Surfing Lesson

Surf Lesson In Waikiki- Female Instructor

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Hawaii is the perfect to learn to surf, and the perfect *way* is with a pro who's chased waves for 18 years on the world circuit. Unlike crowded tourist lessons, these private sessions match your skill level, from first-timers mastering the basics to experienced riders fine-tuning technique. With all gear provided, you’re guaranteed to improve your skills with 1-1 instruction—and hopefully have a great time in the waves.

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Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu

Semi-Private Surf Lesson for 2 or 3 people on Waikiki Beach

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Group Surf Lesson: Two Hours Of Beginners Instruction

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Learn to surf in Waikiki with a Pro Big Wave Surfer. Over 30 Years of Teaching Surfing. Surf lesson will be customized and personalized to your skill and experience. Experienced instructors provide valuable insights, tips and techniques. 95%+ Of Our Students Stand Up. Surf lessons will be captured on camera, you will get a 30 sec-2 min video and 4 pictures. The link will be emailed to you. No surfing experience is necessary. Surf lessons can be easily customized, booked, and paid online.

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Waikiki 2 Hours Private Guided Surf Lesson

Learn to surf on the legendary Waikiki Beach, the birthplace of surfing. During this 1-hour activity, let your private surfing instructor introduce you to surfing theory, mechanics and history, then hang ten. Learn how to paddle out, stand up and catch a wave, all under the watchful guidance of your experienced teacher. No experience is necessary; you must be a proficient swimmer. Photo and video services to capture your lesson are available (additional expense). Use of a surfboard is included.

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Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson

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"The staff embodies the Aloha spirit and ensure you have a great and safe experience. For me the time spent bonding with my son make this vacation another to remember and I thank the staff for helping make that happen."–Noel Learn to surf... + ...at an uncrowded, locals-only surf spot in a stunning location + ...from a local who has been working as a Waikiki Beach Boy since '73–with decades of experience and insight + ...in a supportive, encouraging, judgement-free environment + ...and only focus on having fun! We provide transportation and all the necessary equipment.

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Private Surf Lesson with Transportation in Honolulu, Hawaii

Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

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Megan_G, May 2026

Harder than it looks, but sooo rewarding

Ok, so we didn't realize surfing was so taxing on your upper body but my gosh is it rewarding when you ride that first wave. With that being said, and they warn you, paddling out is the worst part. Falling off the board wasn't bad at all. So just get up and try again. Anyway, the instructor we had was Max. He was very patient and thorough. It's just me and my wife are stubborn lol. We loved it. It was an experience I wouldn't trade for anything.

Family, Private & Group Surf Lessons w/ Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

Emily_C, May 2026

Coolest thing we’ve ever done

You have to be in reasonably good shape to really enjoy this. It’s quite a workout but the guides will take care of you regardless. Our instructor, Connor, was awesome but all the instructors helped too. Watching my kid take to this was the best part. He said hands down this was the coolest thing he’s ever done.

Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

Sarah_Z, Apr 2026

It was so fun! The shop...

It was so fun! The shop is easy to find. Check in process was also straightforward and they have lockers for your stuff. They have a pro photographer who comes out to take photos of you so no need to bring your phone, which is one less thing to think about while on vacation. My surf instructors were Cody and Taylor and they were amazing! Their instructions were great and they were so friendly. The hardest part of surfing was paddling out to the waves from the shore and also back each time after you catch a wave and want to catch another, but the instructors come out to help you so you can just focus on having fun!!

Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson

Ashling_G, Mar 2026

Great experience for...

Great experience for first surf lesson with Hans Hedemann Surf Inc. The entire vibe and energy from the moment we arrived was awesome. The meeting area was clean, organized, and everyone there had a welcoming attitude that made us feel comfortable right away. You could tell they genuinely enjoy what they do and are happy to have you there. Before heading to the water, the instructions were clear and easy to understand, which was perfect for beginners. Our instructor Seth was fantastic. He walked us down to the beach, explained everything step by step, and showed a lot of patience and encouragement the entire time. His calm approach and positive energy made the lesson really enjoyable and helped build confidence in the water. The experience felt professional, fun, and very well run from start to finish. We also purchased the photo package for only $35, and it was absolutely worth it. They even included some video footage, which was a great bonus and made the experience even more memorable. If you’re looking for surf lessons in Waikiki, do not go anywhere else. Highly recommend Hans Hedemann Surf School.

Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons in Waikiki

Chris_M, Dec 2025

Absolutely amazing day!

We had an absolutely amazing experience. We have been dreaming of surfing at Waikiki for many years and the experience with the help of our instructors. Kevin and Harry was better than we could’ve imagined. We had two beginner surfers as well and both of them had an absolute blast and caught a whole bunch of waves. We’ve been talking about it constantly for the last 24 hours. Thank you so very much for making this experience so wonderful.

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Chris_D, Dec 2025

Wonderful surfing experience

The entire team was absolutely awesome. We got plenty of time out on the water, even though the waves weren’t quite hitting. My seven-year-old rode tandem with an instructor and he had a wonderful time. My 10-year-old, my wife, and I all got to catch plenty of waves and had a great time. The team was organized, friendly and amazing they took GoPro video of all of us surfing, and the footage was exceptional. Nice long rides, and they provided trash guards and water shoes. I can’t recommend them enough.

North Shore Beginner Surf Lesson, Hawaii

Justin_D, Sept 2025

I had never been surfing...

I had never been surfing before, and Travis was a great surf instructor! He was really helpful with giving me an overview before getting into the water and on the board. And once we were in the water, he helped me paddle out and spotted waves that I could surf. Was able to get on the board every time. Would highly recommend!

Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

O_G, Jun 2025

Surfin’ w turtles

Nicely situated in Waikik this is a great time learning to surf. The instructor teaches you how to position, paddle, and stand on the board. More importantly sets you with the best waves for your initial trials. I was able to stand quickly and on my third trial rode the wave all the way to the beach. Basic surfing mechanics is easy but nuanced. Having the instructor right there personally correcting your form is very helpful. Highly recommended. Prefer over the group class. There was one right next to us. They didn’t have half the fun I had. Saw several turtles right by my board too. Awesome day!

1.5-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Honolulu

Melanie_D, Jun 2025

Tommy was a great...

Tommy was a great instructor for my 10yo son’s private surfing lesson! This was his second time surfing in Hawai’i (first time he was 7yo) and Tommy was a patient and supportive, giving my son encouragement and tips to catch the waves. He also listened to his needs - when my son got too cold he brought him in and was able to provide some bandages as my son got a few scrapes on his foot from the reef (you may want to wear reef walkers while surfing to avoid cuts). Gone Surfing was also fantastic- we had initially booked a Saturday 2pm lesson but due to high tide, there were no waves to ride so they rebooked us to the next day at 10am to ensure a good experience. They also had a photographer out on the waves and took some great shots (available for separate purchase), which I appreciated as I was unable to take pictures from the beach given how far out they were. The picture process was also easy - I received an email the evening of the lesson, was able to preview some images, and once the payment processed, I received a link and downloaded the images with a few clicks. I appreciate how easy the process was!