Private 1-On-1 Surf Lesson

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Oahu, USA

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

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Overview

What's Included

Surfboard
Leash
Rashguard

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Stoke Drift Surf School
Ocean Patio B Retail, 2161 Kālia Rd Space 107, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
We're on the oceanfront of the "Waikiki Shore" condominiums. Please call us if you need help finding our location.

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
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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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Featured review

Katherine_D

Aaron was a friendly instructor. Started promptly on time. Would definitely recommend. Even though surfing isn't a fit for my son I would still recommend this 1 on 1 surf lesson. The beach was great and the small waves perfect for a beginner. There was also a restaurant that had the perfect seating along the beach to watch the lesson from. Not to mention the food was outstanding. Everyone was friendly and welcoming at check in. And Aaron was again a great instructor. Highly recommend!

Reviews

5.0

based on 34 reviews

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ShelleyB_T, Jul 2025

Justin was very knowledgeable and patient. It was very physically demanding. Be prepared for a workout. But it was a good experience and I highly recommend this vendor.

Highly recommend this 1 on 1 lesson

Katherine_D, Apr 2025

A great time!

Mary_S, May 2024

Husband had never surfed and it was on his bucket list to ride the Hawai’i waves. Joey was a great instructor and had hubby surfing by the end of the hour with pictures to prove it. It was his favorite part of our trip and he’s now hooked and in search of his first board. We highly recommend this excursion. Thanks, Joey!

amazing surf lesson

Guillermina_A, Mar 2024

my 12 year old had a great time w Justin learn how to surf , we will definitely come back soon for more

Excellent Surf Instruction

Mark_R, Sep 2023

What I really liked about Stoke Drift compared with many of the other surf lessons on Waikiki was that it was 1-on-1 instruction. #Justice was my surf instructor and he was awesome—very knowledgeable and encouraging, and he helped me get up on my first wave the very first time surfing!

1st ever attempt to surf

David_B, May 2023

Excellent location on Waikiki, definitely adds to any photos or videos of your surfing experience. Staff are friendly, experienced and talented teachers and surfers. Tonya was my coach and she got me out into the ocean and pushed me into plenty of good waves. Took me a few tries but stood up on my 4th good wave and ended up riding two of them. It was really a highlight of all my visits to the islands. Even had a sea turtle swim up near us.

Beautiful experience surfing waves of waikiki

Luisa_G, May 2023

I did a private lesson with Taylor. She was amazing!!! & she really helped me with my technique. She was very kind, patient & knowledgeable. I felt safe in the water. & by my 2nd wave I stood up!!! There was even a photographer there to capture the moments. I had such a beautiful experience surfing the waves of Waikiki. I DEFINITELY recommend stoke drift for lessons.

Our instructor was great!...

Christopher_L, Apr 2023

Our instructor was great! He was knowledgeable and very patient. This was the highlight of our vacation.

He gave useful feedback...

Ananda_J, Mar 2023

He gave useful feedback to help me improve & ride the waves better & longer. He was really helpful. It was a great experience!

Awesome

Danielle_C, Jun 2021

I bought this for My daughter. She had the absolute best time!!! I highly recommend this group. We purchased the private lesson because she is a little reserved in groups. Her Instructor was perfect and brought her out of her shell. I can’t say enough about how great he was!

Super!!!

Stefanie_M, May 2024

Der Surflehrer Justis war sehr nett, hat super erklärt. Es wurden tolle Fotos gemacht diese muss man allerdings noch dazukaufen. Es war ein total schönes Erlebnis.