1.5-Hour Semi Private Surfing Lesson in Honolulu
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Oahu, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
Overview
Learn to surf during your Hawaiian vacation with a private surf lesson in Honolulu. Bring your own group of up to six people total for a lesson on the beach and in the ocean with your professional instructor. Your lesson includes use of gear including surfboard and an in-depth lesson from your instructor.
- Private surfing lesson in Honolulu
- Learn to surf with up to five friends
- Choose from classes throughout the day
- Includes use of surfboard and rash guard
What's Included
- All activities
- Local instructor
- Professional instructor
- Private lessons
- Surfboard
- Rash Guard
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Souvenir t-shirts (available to purchase)
- Souvenir rash guards (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Gone Surfing Hawaii2169 Kālia Rd Ste 102, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Meet on the beach directly behind the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, and look for a stack of BLUE chair and a board rack. Behind Monkey Pod. Please arrive 5 minutes before your lesson time.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Waikiki Beach
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Minimum age is 13 years
- All participants must know how to swim
- Help us keep your children safe and please book anyone under 13 years old on a Private Lesson (required). Choose the same date/time and your group will still be able to surf together.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 78 reviews
Katie_C, Feb 2026
Super nice instructor and he was very informative. Loved the whole experience. Honestly wasn’t as hard as I thought, or maybe the instructor was just great:)
Kelly_P, Nov 2025
It was so fun. Mick, our instructor, was kind and encouraging. Our whole party was able to stand at least once with Mick’s guidance. 10/10 would recommend.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Mahalo for the awesome review! 🌺 We’re so happy to hear you had a fun time out there and that everyone in your group was able to stand up — that’s a huge win! Mick will be thrilled to hear your kind words.
Thank you for choosing to surf with us, and for the 10/10 recommendation! We hope to see you all back out on the waves again soon. 🤙
— The Gone Surfing Hawaii Team
Katie_L, Sept 2025
We couldn't go out due to the tide being too high to produce waves. I wanted to leave a review because the instructor was honest and upfront about the conditions. We got a refund because we couldn't go another time.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🌊 We truly appreciate your understanding — safety and honesty are always our top priorities. We’re glad our team was able to communicate clearly about the ocean conditions and get things sorted for you. We hope you’ll come back when the waves are just right — we’d love to get you out there next time! 🤙
Mykayla_J, May 2025
The instructor was friendly and patient! Very beginner friendly experience. Definitely recommend!!!!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo and hope to see you in the water again !
Taesun_T, Mar 2025
Trevor was an excellent instructor who could accommodate from mom and dad to teenager! Living in Oahu for almost 2.5 years, we finally had a chance and courage to learn how to surf. It was a precious experience for us as a family and Trevor made it fun and exciting! All of us were able to stand and surf at least once or more even though tide was high. He helped us paddle out to the waves and back to the shore, "literally" carried us out and back. Thank you, Trevor, for our staycation memorable and wonderful!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the amazing review! 🌺 We’re so glad you had such a memorable family experience with Trevor. It’s awesome to hear that everyone, from mom and dad to teenager, got to stand and surf — even with the high tide! 🤙
Trevor will be stoked to know he made your staycation so special. We hope to see you all back for more surfing fun soon! 🌊🌟
Wendy_M, Jan 2025
This is a once in a lifetime thing to do! Is a must! If you like high adrenaline activity! This is it! Hights are super awsome! Friendly crew!
Response from Host, May 2025
ahalo for the amazing review! 🌺 We’re so glad you had a high-adrenaline, unforgettable experience with us! 🤙 The crew is always here to make sure you have a blast, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed every moment.
Hope to see you back for more excitement soon! 🌊🌟
Edward_R, Jun 2024
Trevor was so good! We were so tired of paddling and he even "towed" us along from his strong paddling!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the thoughtful review! 🌺 We’re so glad you had an amazing time, and Trevor will be thrilled to hear his support helped. It’s great that you gave surfing a try, and we’re glad you both felt safe and well taken care of!
Hope to see you back in the water sometime soon! 🤙🌊
Lisa_F, May 2024
Thank you for the best instruction and great experience. Was super fun. Definitely recommend these guys. The spot is out of the way from all the people traffic in the water.
Response from Host, May 2025
Were thrilled to hear about your experience and Mahalo for surfing with us!
Brenda_L, May 2024
Booked a lesson for two for Sunday morning and had a great time with Owen. Both my friend and I were beginners (surfed a couple times on the past but not for many years) and we were both able to stand up pretty much right away under his guidance. He gave us tips after each wave to help us improve. 10/10 experience, would recommend to anyone.
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the fantastic review! 🌺 We’re so stoked to hear that you and your friend had such a great time with Owen and were up on your boards right away! 🤙 It’s awesome that his tips helped you improve after every wave.
Thanks for the 10/10 recommendation — we’d love to have you back anytime! 🌊
Alan_S, Mar 2024
Tommy was a great. Instructor and the surfing was good this day. My son had such a great time he wanted to rent boards and go out again after just one lesson!
Response from Host, May 2025
We’re stoked to hear your son had such a great time with Tommy that he was ready to hit the waves again right after his lesson! 🤙
We’d love to see you both back out there for more surfing fun! 🌊
Alan_S, Mar 2024
Great first lesson for my daughter. Aria was a good teacher and we caught our first waves with Diamond Head as a backdrop. Highly recommended
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the wonderful review! 🌺 We’re so happy to hear your daughter had a great first lesson with Aria and that you both got to enjoy Diamond Head as the backdrop! 🌊🏄♀️
Catherine_A, Mar 2024
Great experience for novice surfers. Josh and James were patient and professional. Surfing in Waikiki- Bucket list checked!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the great review! 🌺 We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience with Josh and James. Surfing in Waikiki is definitely a bucket list moment, and we’re so glad we could help make it happen! 🤙
Hope to see you back for more waves soon! 🌊
Kate_M, Feb 2024
I had booked this for my husband's birthday and since the minimum people to book was 2, I decided to try it as well. Surfing ended up not being for me - I was way too nervous about standing on the board and it was a bit overwhelming when in the moment on a wave because it feels like you go SO FAST - but my husband had an awesome time and we are both so thankful to the instructor, Trevor, for being so friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and passionate about the area, our safety, and making sure we had as good of a time as possible.
Trevor also tried his best to pump up my confidence after some wipe-outs so I appreciate that too :-p But in the end, I am most happy that my husband got up on a wave (his first ever!) and we definitely feel like we got our money's worth for having the attention just on us for the lesson. Trevor made sure we got all the motions right on the beach before we went into the water so he will make sure you are safe and as ready as you can be. Would certainly recommend and I'm glad I at least tried it!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the thoughtful review! 🌺 We’re so glad your husband had an amazing time, and Trevor will be thrilled to hear his support helped. It’s great that you gave surfing a try, and we’re glad you both felt safe and well taken care of!
Hope to see you back in the water sometime soon! 🤙🌊
jeshutes, Jun 2023
Had a great time with my son and was a first for each of us learning to surf. James was an excellent instructor and was very patient with us. I would not hesitate to use this company again and it was a great value!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the great review! 🌺 We’re so happy to hear you and your son had a fantastic first surfing experience together. James will be thrilled to know you felt supported and comfortable throughout the lesson.
We can’t wait to welcome you back for more waves — and we’re so glad you found great value in your time with us! 🤙🌊
shkilb, May 2023
We had an amazing lesson with Trevor of Gone Surfing! It was just my husband and I, and Trevor gave us a quick land lesson on the basics - how to paddle, how to stand up, common mistakes to avoid- and then we were off in the water! We were given a rash guard and a place to store our things, then had our boards strapped on and we went out to the water. Trevor helped carry out boards into the water (heavier than you think!!) and then helped paddle us out to where we surf (which is MUCH MUCH harder than you think) and then we got to surfing, which was easier than you think due to great instruction! Trevor had us surfing alone and together on multiple waves - I would guess we rode around 10 waves each? When we got back in, we got to see all of the great pics and videos Mackenzie took of us, and now have a great momento of a great afternoon ! definitely recommend a surfing lesson with Gone Surfing when you’re in Hawaii!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the amazing review! 🌺 We’re so glad you and your husband had a great time with Trevor — sounds like you both really got the hang of it! Huge thanks to Mackenzie for capturing the memories. 🤙
We can’t wait to welcome you back for more waves and fun! 🌊
Juliana_M, May 2023
Our instructor was Nate, he was very nice. We were both very nervous and getting over fears today. He was very understanding and was easy going. It made it very easy to be comfortable and feel safe out there in the water. We both stood up on our boards and surfed. Just listen to the instructors and they will tell you everything you need to know! It was a great experience, and we both had a crazy adrenaline rush after wards. Totally recommend!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the awesome review! 🤙 We’re so glad Nate helped you both overcome your nerves and get up on your boards! Sounds like you had an unforgettable experience — adrenaline rush and all! 🌊
Thanks for recommending us, and we can’t wait to see you back for more surfing fun! 🌺
Tsai_C, Mar 2023
Our menor is Trevor, he is great and always encourages us for our surfing. Though the first time surfing, we can almost successfully stand up on the board! This is a great experience. We really recommend this surfing lesson!
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the great review! 🌺 We’re so glad you had an awesome first surfing experience with Trevor. It’s amazing to hear you were almost standing up on your boards right away! 🤙
Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you back for more waves soon! 🌊
LucyY_L, Jun 2022
Great experience. My son and I took a lesson together. Trevor was our surf coach and thoroughly taught skills and safety before going into the water. Jaden stored our belongings in a locker, and we had a great lesson. Totally recommend.
Beautiful location .
Response from Host, May 2025
Mahalo for the great review! 🌺 We’re so glad you and your son had an awesome lesson with Trevor. It’s great to hear that the safety and skills training helped set you up for success in the water! Big thanks to Jaden for keeping your belongings safe too.
We’re stoked you enjoyed the beautiful location and can’t wait to see you both back out there! 🤙🌊
Ashleigh_L, May 2022
The best experience, highly recommended! This was my first time surfing and there was no better way to learn. Huge shoutout to Jarret for being the best instructor and making sure everyone caught waves.
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Aloha Ashleigh,
THANKS SO MUCH for the awesome review! We're super stoked to hear your first surfing experience was a great one! We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Jarrett, and hope to see you in the water again 🤙!
Mahalo,
The Crew
Linda_H, Mar 2022
Following an on-beach lesson we paddled out. The instructor waited for the right waves, gave us a push and we were off. All three of us were able to get up on the board and surf. It was great! Surfing uses a lot of muscles that you may not use in your daily life. I have a new level of respect for surfers.
Response from Host, Mar 2022
Aloha Linda,
THANKS SO MUCH for the review! And no doubt, surfing is a workout, yet so much fun! Hope to see you guys in the water again 🤙!
Mahalo,
The Crew
Kelsey_F, Dec 2021
SO MUCH FUN! Definitely the highlight of my trip here! Shawn was fun and we definitely caught some waves. 10/10
Response from Host, Dec 2021
Aloha Kelsey!
AWESOME to hear you had so much fun, and we're honored to be the the highlight of your trip! Hope to see you in the water again 🤙.
Mahalo,
The Crew
NurAsri, Dec 2021
My family had a wonderful private beginners lesson with Jason, our instructor. He was incredibly friendly and helpful and took all our fears and hesitations away immediately. It made learning how to surf enjoyable and much easier than we anticipated. We each got out to ride four waves each which is far more than we expected. Highly recommend Gone Surfing and their friendly staff (super helpful even with the rescheduling that had to occur with an overbooking conflict)!
Response from Host, Dec 2021
Aloha Nur,
We love when families surf together! We're super stoked to hear you all felt at ease and caught not one, not two, but four waves each... what a rush! And THANK YOU SO MUCH for the review and kind words!
Mahalo,
The Crew
Chelsea_D, Nov 2021
We had a great time taking our first surfing lesson with Austin! He was patient, encouraging, and really showed us how to surf correctly. We also appreciated that he paddled us out to the ocean so we could save energy for the actual surfing! 10/10 would recommend!
Chelsea
Response from Host, Dec 2021
Aloha Chelsea,
MUCH MAHALOS for choosing and trusting us for your first surf lesson! We are super stoked to hear you had a great time! Austin is pretty great, and we commend our team for their ability to tow out our participants.
The Crew
Sumit_G, Nov 2021
My kids, ages 14 and 15, took a private lesson with Trevor. He was fun and energetic and they had a fantastic time!
Response from Host, Dec 2021
Aloha,
Super happy to hear your kids had a great time! Trevor loves passing on his knowledge and love of surf to the youth 🤙!
Mahalo,
The Crew
Kayla_H, Oct 2021
Amazing experience surfing! It was my first time, and the instructors were very informative and patient. We actually were able to catch multiple waves!
Response from Host, Nov 2021
Mahalo Kayla for the review and for choosing us for your first surfing experience! We're super stoked to hear you had an amazing time and caught some waves. Hope to see you in the water again 🤙.
Vanessa_N, Oct 2021
First time for my partner and I trying anything like this. We have zero experience but had such a great instructor. The hardest part is getting to the surfing spot/area. More than the actual surfing haha. Ive been recommending this to everyone i know!! Cant wait to try again!
Response from Host, Oct 2021
Aloha Vanessa,
THANKS SO MUCH for the review! We love how no experience didn't stop you and your partner from trying out surfing. And YES, the swim out is a great workout for the arms... hehe! Hope to see you in the water again 🤙
Kathryn_R, Oct 2021
It was awesome and Austin was a great instructor! Very helpful and patient with the 3 of us! Definitely would do this again!
Response from Host, Oct 2021
Mahalo Kathryn for the review! We agree, Austin is great! He really enjoys what he does because he gets to share his love for surfing
Hope to see you in the water again 🤙
Casey_L, Aug 2021
Great experience! The instructor was eficiente and to the point. We went from check in to actually surfing very quickly, which I appreciated.
Response from Host, Oct 2021
Mahalo Casey for the review!
We're super stoked to hear you had a great experience. We're fortunate to have a pretty awesome team! They have 15+ years of valuable knowledge and experience which they love sharing with others.
Hope to see you in the water again 🤙
Audrey_H, Aug 2021
Such a friendly and enthusiastic team. We trusted our two teenagers to go alone with the instructor for surf lessons. This was their first surf lesson ever and they were already surfing. The instructor was so good. My kids told me that he was so attentive. Brought the pictures. They look great! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2021
Aloha,
We love taking some groups and friends surfing. So glad they had a good time and felt safe. We hope to see them in the water again.
Mahalo
Marc_R, Jul 2021
First time surfing experience with my daughter. Trevor was our instructor and was amazing. He helped us get up on the first try. Also had a photographer out there and got some great shots - and all very reasonably priced. I highly reccomend!
Response from Host, Aug 2021
Aloha Marc,
We agree Trevor is amazing! I am glad you like the photos. We hope to see in the water again on your next vacation.
Mahalo,
Jojo
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