Best Beginner Surf Lessons in Maui — Our Top 5

1.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Learn to surf in Kihei with a small group, friendly instructors, included gear, and a free second lesson if you do not get surfing.

“So great for beginners. You will definitely catch a wave. My 17 and 11 year old both got up. Instruction was clear.”

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2.2 Hour Beginner Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Learn to surf in Maui with a small group, patient instructors, provided gear, reef shoes, and beginner-friendly waves near Lahaina.

“The instructors are very patient, understanding, and encouraging. Their basic instructions to stand were very helpful.”

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3.Paddle, Snorkel and Learn to Surf: All in a Day on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $216

Surf, kayak, and snorkel with turtles on Maui in one active day. See what is included, what it costs, and who will enjoy this tour.

“Snorkeling with turtles was amazing . Learning to surf , I was a little skeptical . I totally enjoyed it and was shocked that I could actually get up on board and surf.”

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4.Group Surf Lesson for Beginners in Kihei at Kalama Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $103

Learn to surf at Maui’s Kalama Park with friendly instructors, gentle waves, included gear, and a relaxed two-hour group lesson.

“Eddie was awesome! Highly recommend and loved they offer professional photos to purchase as my phone camera couldn’t get any clear, close up photos. Will take lessons again at our next visit.”

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5.Surf Lessons for Families, Kids, and Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $172

Learn to surf in Maui with a private, family-friendly lesson at Kalama Park, including gear, patient instruction, and gentle beginner waves.

“Eddie tailors the surfing lessons to the student. My granddaughter was excited, but nervous about it. She underestimated the physicality of surfing but tried, even after falling off. Pay attention to the safety instructions, particularly about falling and potentially hitting coral. She really liked having Eddie as her instructor and felt that he was very respectful of her (my words, hers would be that he was cool). Additionally, we were running late from Ka'annapali due the the debris being hauled out of Lahaina and stayed in contact with WAVES. We were a few minutes late for the private lesson and appreciate Eddie's working with us! Mahalo!”

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