Semi Private Surf Lessons

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Kauai, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Have a memorable Kauai experience as you learn to surf on Sheraton Beach in Poipu from a professional instructor at Poipu Beach Surf School. Learn basic techniques and safety on the beach before you learn how to paddle out, balance on the board, stand up, and start riding waves. All gear is included during the lesson.

Learn a new skill: how to surf on Kauai’s Sheraton Beach
Receive instruction from a local surfer expert
Enjoy more personal attention in this small-group lesson
Have an interactive experience that will stay with you forever

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Surf Boards and Leashes DURING the lesson. We do NOT rent boards

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Poipu Surf
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St h151, Koloa, HI 96756, USA
The Poipu Surf Shop is located in the Kukui'ula Shopping Mall in Poipu. Here is the exact address to the surf shop: 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St h151, Koloa, HI 96756, the surf shop is located directly across from Bubba’s Burgers.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Minimum age is 6 years
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 28 reviews

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Great Experience

Amanda_A, Mar 2026

They did a quick lesson with the kids and then took them out on the water. The instructors were patient and very helpful, and the kids loved it!!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thanks for the review Amanda! So happy to hear the kids loved it! Hope you enjoyed Kauai

Great surfing lesson!

Shizuka_W, Dec 2025

Fun experience! Area was just a bit busy with many surfing lessons going on but still great. Our instructor was nice and attentive. He really wants you to learn and have fun.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thanks for the review. Happy to hear you had a great time!

Travis and Kelly are the best surfing instructors EVER!

Elaine_C, Dec 2025

My 21 yr old and 19 yr old children did the surfing. Both instructors were incredible. Travis did a fantastic job explaining how to surf. Strict when he was going over important steps and funny and joking with the not so serious steps. He was with my kids the entire time. They really loved surfing and took to it quickly under Travis' directions. Kelly was patient with the girl he was teaching and before you knew it she was up on the board too. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Semi Private Surf Lesson!!!!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks for this great review, so happy to hear your kids had a great lesson. Mahalo

Travis was great

Chris_D, Dec 2025

It was a great experience with a 7 and 10 year old first timers. Travis was great. The rides were a little short, but it was a good beginner experience.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Aloha Chris - Thank you for the kind reviews. Travis is amazing and we are lucky to have him. So happy to hear the kids were able to ride a few waves! Mahalo

We had a great experience...

Amy_W, Oct 2025

We had a great experience with our surf lessons at Poipu Surf! Chris made the process easy to understand and Jimmy was a fantastic coach in the water to help us catch the best waves successfully. If you’re looking for great beginner surf lessons this is the place to go!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

HI Amy - YAY! Thank you for sharing your experience and happy to hear you enjoyed your lesson with Chris & Jimmy, they are great coaches! Glad you caught seem waves and hope to see you again on your next trip to Kauai! Thanks again for the review!