Top Hawaii Surfing Lessons - page 4

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from $367

Maui Private Surf Retreat Professional Coaching

What sets Maui Surf Retreat apart is your intimate personalized experience. You"ll surf alongside professional surfer Zack Howard in a private setting with coaching tailored to your goals, access to the right equipment for all conditions, and insider knowledge of Maui that only a lifelong local can provide. It's more than a surf trip-It's an authentic Maui experience designed to create lasting memories in and out of the water!

Maui Private Surf Retreat Professional Coaching

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Kauai's Ultimate Semi-Private Surf Lesson

from $1,600

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $202

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

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $120

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.

Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $179

Family Surf Lessons in Kihei at Kalama Park

Going surfing is a must while in Kihei, but if you don’t know how, it can be dangerous to hit the waves. Prebook this Kalama Park Private Family Surfing Lesson and spend time with an instructor who teaches you the basics of surfing in a private group of your own family members or friends. Plus, this surfing class in Kihei provides all the equipment for your group, including surf boards.

Family Surf Lessons in Kihei at Kalama Park

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

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from $173

Experience the thrill of catching a wave in the birthplace of surf culture itself during a 3–day surf camp on Maui. No previous experience is necessary: Your instructor provides a safety briefing and on-land tutorial and tailors the lesson to your individual skill set. Early and late morning time slots are available for your convenience, as well as a choice between private or group lessons.

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from $129

3-Day Surf Camp on Maui at Kalama Park in Kihei

3-Day Surf Camp on Maui at Kalama Park in Kihei

3 days 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Sunset Surf Lesson in Kihei

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from $503

Learn to surf on Waikiki Beach. Travel to the beach in an air-conditioned vehicle and then participate in a brief safety training to learn the basics of popping up and balancing before jumping in the water. Get 1-on-1 instruction and learn surfing essentials with a team of experienced teachers. This semi-private lesson includes the use of all gear, and the option to purchase professional photos, videos taken during the day, and surfing swag if you choose. Plus, book either a 1-hour or 2-hour session depending on your preference.

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from $155

Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

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from $116

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What are people saying about Hawaii

mariadolores_v, Aug 2026

Amazing surf lesson

I had an amazing surf lesson in Maui! The instructor was fantastic—very friendly, patient, and encouraging. I felt comfortable from the very beginning and learned a lot while having so much fun. It was one of the highlights of my trip to Maui. I highly recommend this surf school to anyone looking for a great experience!

Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

Justin_H, Aug 2026

Family Surf Lessons Ruled

He had an amazing time. Check in process was super simple and Ivan was a great teacher. Patient and really attentive. Making sure we are getting back and riding as many waves as we could pack into the lessons. Great energy from everyone we interacted with. Great day.

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

Donna_F, Jul 2026

Yes to this experience!

This was such an amazing experience for my grandson. Victor was a fabulous, patient, kind instructor. The whole team at OHANA Surf Project was so supportive, and the lessons and transportation were very well planned out. I highly recommend this experience!

Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

Laura_K, Jul 2026

Mahalo, Max!

My teenage daughters had such a fun experience during their private surf lesson with Max. Max was patient, informative, laid-back and supportive. It was their first time surfing and they both were able to get up and successfully ride several waves. The surf shop is super convenient to the beach. My husband and I were given beach chairs to be able to comfortably watch from the beach. Mahalo to Max for a memorable day!

Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

Ross_S, Jul 2026

We surfed over and over and over again

First, Incredible experience. However, be ready to flex. We were originally scheduled for Tuesday at 10 but I got a call right as we were leaving to reschedule because of 50 mph winds. 😬 We ended up moving it to the next day at 8am and then later that day, it got moved to 7:30am. There’s a reason for that. Scott and his team wanted to make sure that we got the best waves near low tide. And we did. Scott instructed me and my 3 boys, one of which is a 270 lb lineman. Only my two younger ones had surfed before but Scott had us up after the first two or three waves. And he knew exactly where to be. We had barely paddled back out there to him before we were back on the board surfing again while others were just laying on their boards. Scott had us cycling over and over and over again. We were probably up on our board around 15 times in the hour and a half we were out there. We literally stopped because we were so tired. And Scott has the right boards for big guys like me and my son. If you’re 215 and above, you need to book with them. Final note: make sure you have a rash guard and not a swim shirt. He may have had some available for us, but we did not realize there was a difference between a swim shirt and a rash guard. My kids got lit up. We had a great experience and it was good to go with a guy that’s been around for 2 decades. He knows the waves here.

Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

Margaret_S, Jun 2026

Totally worth it.

My daughter has wanted to take a surf lesson for ages and we finally did it. The paddling is hard work, the ocean is salty and you’ll fall a lot, but once you catch a wave, you’ll realize it’s worth it. The instructor was helpful, super encouraging and kind. There is a photo package available to view before buying. Compared to other photos for sale, I felt like the pictures were much cooler. If you are looking for an active beach activity, I definitely recommend stoke-drift.

2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui

Craig_B, Jun 2026

A Must Do for your trip?

This was an awesome experience! Definitely one of the highlights of our whole trip! Mario was a great teacher, and super encouraging! He got everyone up on multiple waves and this was only the first time ever trying. We had 3 kids in the lesson- 15, 12 & 8. The two older kids did great, the youngest was probably a bit too young, but she rode on the front of Mario's board and he caught several waves with her standing up front. She absolutely loved it!

Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

denbroinc, May 2026

Fantastic Surfing Experience

This was a highlight of our vacation in Hawaii. We had so much fun learning to surf! The instructors were patient and encouraging and had picked the perfect spot with waves that were just right for beginners. They even adjusted our time slightly to ensure the tide was just right. Everyone got up and rode several waves all the way to the beach. By the end of the lesson, the kids were begging us to buy a surfboard!

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

William_D, Feb 2026

Do it!!

10/10 experience. Sadly, we had the start time wrong, thankful Ramon gave us a quick call and we were able to still come 20min in. He gave a super helpful introduction to surfing prior to going into the water and went over safety precautions as well. Once we were able to properly get up on the board we got into the water. We had perfect weather and a bunch of waves. We got up almost every time and he made sure to give advice when needed. Honestly coolest guy and worth trying. We got some sick photos as well that we did end up getting. That is a separate charge but worth for almost 100photos. If you’re considering doing a private lesson or group lesson, do private. We had a couple groups next to us as well that didn’t have as much success as us but they had 2 instructors to 8 people. Can’t stress enough how worth this experiences was.