Top Hawaii Surfing Lessons

Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

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Catch a wave of excitement as you learn to surf during this beginner’s, small-group, lesson in Maui. Join no more than five other students for an introduction to the fundamentals of surfing, including ocean awareness, water safety, riding skills, and proper etiquette. You’re guaranteed to be surfing in one easy lesson, or your next lesson is free. An instructor, surfboard and rash guard are all included.

Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

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

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Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

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from $107

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Avoid Hawaii's crowded tourist beaches and generic group surf lessons. This small-group experience (max four people) takes you to less-crowded surf spots with personalized instruction tailored to your skill level—whether it's your first time surfing or you're improving your technique. You'll learn paddling, pop-ups, and ocean safety from coaches who share not just instruction, but Hawaiian surfing traditions and local knowledge, too.

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Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson

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from $128

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Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons in Waikiki

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.

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Beginner Surf Lesson in North Shore, Oahu

Beginner Surf Lesson in North Shore, Oahu

Big Island Surf Lesson from Hilo

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2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui

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from $125

Enjoy a day on the beach during a 1.5-hour private surfing lesson—perfect for two beginners—in Kaanapali. Get ready to make some waves with your instructor and small group of two, learning all the ocean safety basics before hitting the water in style. Your own personal coach will be there every step of the way so you can rest assured that both you and your partner have an unforgettable time while remaining safe at sea.

Private Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

Private Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

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from $368

Waves Hawaii Surf School in Kihei Maui

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from $103

Our surf lessons are a full 2 hours, tailored to your pace and skill level with your own dedicated surf instructor. Perfect for focused learning and fast progression. Whether it’s your first time surfing or you want to sharpen your skills, surf lessons with Keep It Simple Hawaii are designed to be fun, safe, and truly unforgettable. Every lesson is private for just the two of you. Taught by friendly and experienced instructors, you’ll get the personalized attention you need to succeed at catching some waves. All lessons start on land with safety and technique instruction before heading into the ocean to put your new skills into action for catching your first waves! At all times, you’ll be close to one of our incredible surf instructors. Note: for safety, children ages 5-9 require a private 1:1 lesson.

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

Learn to surf Kauai’s famous waves at a private surf lesson for up to four people on the shores of beautiful Hanalei Bay. Your instructor, a local surfing expert, will meet you where you are. Beginners learn the fundamentals of paddling, reading the waves, and standing up, while more advanced students can perfect their technique. Note: please arrive 30 minutes prior to your lesson time to check in.

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Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

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Private Surf Experience

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from $199

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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Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

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from $199

2-Hour Semi Private Hawaiian Surf Lesson with the best in Maui..

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Surf lessons can sometimes be intimidating when there’s only one instructor for a big group. This group surf lesson on Ka'anapali Beach makes sure only one instructor is assigned to three students tops, so you can get the attention you want and need from a lesson. First, spend time on the beach learning surfing techniques in a safe environment, and then hit the water once you feel confident to tackle waves. All equipment, as well as a 3-hour parking validation are included with this Hawaii surf class.

Group Surf Lesson at Ka'anapali Beach

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

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina

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Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei

Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

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Kona Surf Lesson in Kahaluu

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Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

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Camden_K, Jun 2026

Amazing experience would...

Amazing experience would recommend this to anybody! New surfers and experienced surfers alike will all love this! Our surf instructors were very knowledgeable and kind. An hour and a half was the perfect amount of time to surf! It was a very focused experience with a small group and two instructors. We will definitely be coming back!

Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

Mike_G, Jun 2026

Great for first-time surfers like me!

Surf Shack was very professional and organized in how they ran their process. They split us up into smaller groups of 5 (my group had 5 anyway) so that we had more attention from each of our individual guides. Our guide, Mike, was awesome. He was very thorough and knowledgeable, and made sure we understood everything we needed to in order to have a fun and safe time... thank you, Mike! They had someone take photos of the experience which were available for purchase afterward, I decided to purchase the full package and got accused of using AI to generate them by friends... that's how good they were! (or how much they didn't believe I could surf lol) The only thing I wish is that the waves we surfed were a little bigger, but that's beyond anyone's control. It was also a bit crowded at the spot we surfed but it's Maui in June so to be expected. All-in-all the experience gets a well-deserved 5-stars and we recommend Surf Shack to anyone who wants a great first-time surfing experience!

Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

Jessica_F, Jun 2026

Amazing experience! Max...

Amazing experience! Max was great with our kids and got them both up on boards quickly and safely. They might be a little overconfident thanks to his guidance! 😅 Everyone was so nice and encouraging. Such a fun adventure and one I know the kids will talk about for a long time. Thank you!

Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

Eddie_W, Jun 2026

Sophia’s first wave!

Best group of folks to teach anyone how to surf! So kind and pleasant to be around! Didn’t feel like a customer, it felt more like hanging out with friends! No disrespect to the others, lol, but CHAZ IS THE BEST! Our daughter is hooked after one day with Chaz! He made the day an experience to remember! And get the new black tee with green logo! See you in the water! Mahalo and Aloha!

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

Maegan_D, Jun 2026

Amazing experience!!

The guides were so patient and so much fun. My family of five had the best time with Mark, Chelsey, and Romeo. They made sure that each of us got personalized help and would not rest until we each got on our feet. Book this experience - you won’t regret it!!! Mahalo from New Orleans.

Group Surf Lesson at Ka'anapali Beach

Emily_S, Mar 2026

Highly recommend! 🌊🏄‍♂️

We had the best time at our surf lesson today! The instructors were incredibly friendly and made us feel comfortable right away. They put a big emphasis on safety, which we really appreciated, especially as beginners. They were so patient and encouraging, and made sure every single person in our group got up on a board (which felt amazing!). You could tell they genuinely cared about us having a great experience, not just getting through the lesson. It ended up being one of the highlights of our trip We were all smiling the entire time. Highly recommend to anyone thinking about trying surfing!

Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

Nathalie_D, Dec 2025

Trip highlight!

This was the highlight of our trip! The private lessons were affordable and Mitchell was a great teacher. Our group included an 8, 11, 14 and 50 ur old who had never surfed. We all were able to stand and surf small waves by the end of our time. I highly recommend this family based company who took great care of us. Mahalo!

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

Ananya_R, Dec 2025

Austin was awesome,...

Austin was awesome, really helped us figure out the right positions to use on the board and how to get started. He coached us through it and by the end both my brother and I figured out how to smoothly stand on the board. The whole experience was super fun and the photos turned out great.