Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei
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Maui, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Experience the fun and excitement of this iconic Hawaiian activity
- Get pointers on wave riding, ocean safety, and surfing etiquette
- Enjoy the thrill of standing up for the first time and catching a few waves
- Small group lesson is limited to no more than six students
What's Included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Surf Board
- Rash Guard
- Water Booties
- Professional instruction
- $1 Dollar State Ocean Stewardship Fee and Taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Surf Shack Maui1984 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
Departure Point: Surf Shack - 1976 South Kihei Road, South end of KALAMA PARK parking lot. Looking towards the ocean, we're on the FAR LEFT side of the pkg lot. We are parked directly across from Kihei MarketPlace-1975 Kihei Road, Kalama Park White van with a yellow front end with polka dots.
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
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 9 years
- Ages 5 to 9 should book a private lesson for safety
- Please consider leaving personal valuables behind (rings, watches, necklaces... anything loose to your person)
- These classes are designed for beginner and first time surfers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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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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Travelers appreciate the engaging, well-supported surfing lessons that offer clear, patient instruction suitable for beginners and children, fostering a safe and enjoyable family experience. Instructors receive consistent praise for their professionalism and personalized attention, helping participants quickly gain confidence. Photography services stand out for capturing high-quality, memorable images with friendly, water-engaged photographers, enhancing the overall value of the adventure.
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Mike was awesome. Good coach and great vibe. This is straight beginner or someones 1st time. Halfway through I was trying to catch the wave by myself with no help. I enjoyed it and ready to try my own waves.
Instructor was so helpful! He made sure the kids all had fun and they were all able to stand up multiple times which is not something that everyone can say for a first lesson. They also had a super sweet employee come out into the water and take a bunch of great pictures to capture the experience. Worth it 100%
The teachers are great! My two kids took the lessons and had a lot of fun. Both were able to stand up and ride waves very quickly.
Most fun we've had in a long time! Mike is the best instructor and had us up surfing by the 3rd wave. His passion for surfing is infectious!!
Even if you have never done this you should definitely try it. Really fun experience and not as difficult as you may think.
What a wonderful experience. My partner and I were very nervous but the instructors did an amazing job making us feel safe and prepared. This has been our best experience ever in Hawaii!!! I can not recommend them enough. YOU WILL GET UP AND RIDE SEVERAL WAVES!!!!
My husband and I booked this last minute and we are so happy we did. One of the best things we did while on our honeymoon. Ivan was our instructor and he was amazing. He was great at demoing and explaining everything. Also great at giving advice to correct any mistakes we were making as we were getting on the waves. Highly recommend!
We had a large group of 7 of mixed ages from 5th grade to adults. Everyone was able to stand at some point on the board. Our instructor, Sophie, was super helpful and amazing!! She was so awesome - she is the only reason I am leaving a positive review because she worked HARD! We enjoyed ourselves out in the water. Our pictures were pretty awesome too. Thanks for a great time!
The surf experience was great. The waves were perfect for learning. Both my son and daughter were able to get up on their boards and the photographer caught everything!
The surfing was fun but we did not have the best instructor, he was not super helpful especially if you are a first-timer like ourselves. He did not explain instructions very well and was not helpful once we were in the ocean what so ever. We actually had a local who helped us more. There was a photographer however and she was great. Overall I would not recommend this to someone or do it again.
This was a wonderful experience for my daughter, son-in-law, and four grandkids. The instructor was great! Everyone had a great time!!
We highly recommend using Maui Surf Shop. Our kids had never surfed before and their instructor Bear was amazing with them. He made sure they had a wonderful experience and over all it was fun for them.
Friendly, patient and knowledgable staff! The instructors were great every step of the way. From the lesson to riding the waves!
Father/ son trip to Maui and had a blast for our first surf lesson. The guides made it super accessible and fun. Worth every penny!
Ivan was wonderful! My family of 4 (including 2 kids) all had so much fun and felt safe. We were all able to stand up within the first couple of tries. It was a fun new experience for all of us. We can’t wait to do it again!
I had my first surfing experience in Kihei, and it was such a great experience! I had no experience or knowledge about surfing, but Austin was an amazing instructor—very patient, helpful, and encouraging. He explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable on the board. I learned so much and had a lot of fun. Definitely recommend! 🌺🏄♀️🤙
This is a great experience for beginners. Austin was amazing instructor and the photographer took amazing photos
Good communication regarding getting to the surf spot, everyone was very nice patient and accommodating
Excellent experience. Great instructors. My son has a blast. Awesome to have a photographer in the water, def buy the photos!
We were all able to ride a wave!
Great location and big fun.
A lot of turtles around.
Definitely to tecommend.
Excellent experience! They provided everything we needed including a super supportive teacher, Sofi, and excellent photos!
My kid had so much fun learning how to surf, and the instructors were great! The kids were actually able to stand up multiple times on the board, which was so cool! Definitely recommend this company. They were awesome.
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.
The surf lessons were exactly what we hoped. Super simple, had a great instructor (Mike) who was patient and kind.
We felt super safe, even though the waves were a little bit bigger and the wind was early. The photo package was reasonable and you get all photos for keeps.
Although very busy, the surf schools all work together to be sure that the groups were scheduled in such a way that everyone gets a turn, safely.
The time spent in the water was perfect.
Show up ready to have fun! Super chill crew in a beautiful setting. Kihei is special and instructor was laid back but very thorough and informative for kids (mine are age 12)
Ivan was super friendly and funny. We had an amazing time, and he kept motivating and pushing us throughout the lesson. We learned a lot and had so much fun.
Perfect for beginners! Our family of 8 were a little nervous before our session- but as soon as we met our instructors, Sofia and Austin, we were immediately put at ease.
They were patient, informative and enthusiastic- getting just as excited for us as we were when we caught a good wave.
This was the highlight of our trip and I highly recommend!
(The photogs were also incredibly friendly and helpful) 10/10!
These guys absolutely live up to the hype and all of the amazing reviews! A huge shoutout to Jeremiah and Mariano, our two instructors. Neither of us had ever surfed before, but they made the learning process incredibly easy. They quickly explained the fundamentals, had us practice on the beach, and then got us out on the water in perfect conditions.
Thanks to their coaching, we were catching some smooth waves very quickly. As our confidence grew, they gradually let us venture farther from shore while constantly keeping an eye on us, offering encouragement and giving simple, effective tips that made every ride even better.
You can tell these guys genuinely love what they do and want everyone to succeed. They made us feel safe and confident. This was without a doubt the highlight of our trip to Maui.
If you’re even thinking about taking a surf lesson, book it—you won’t regret it. You do not need prior experience. And if you have the chance to surf with Jeremiah and Mariano, you’re in the best hands. You guys were awesome. Mahalo!
My two daughters took the lesson and were having the best time learning to surf! The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about surfing, the area and how to teach novice surfers.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for sharing your thoughts. Happy to hear your crew had fun.
Staff did an excellent job connecting with our kids and making their first surfing experience memorable and successful. Bear was a great instructor!
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