Best Group Surf Lessons Worldwide — Our Top 15

Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife

1.Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,072 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43Our pick

Learn to surf at Playa de las Américas with gear, coaching, photos, and feedback included in this friendly Tenerife beginner lesson.

“Awesome afternoon surf lesson! They were really friendly and refreshed us with the theory first before hitting the water. After the session, hot tea and biscuits were waiting for us while reviewing pictures of us surfing and discussing our technique and mistakes.”

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Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

2.Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Learn to surf in Playa de las Américas with friendly instructors, quality gear, low-tide lessons, and practical facilities for $41.

“What a fantastic team! So kind and focused on making you feel as an old friend! Being a newbie of surf they make my day helping me to correct mistakes and continuosly supporting while in the water! Clear explanation on the shore of needed technics with very professional teacher! Good service also for the after lesson, with showers available in the shop! So what a beautiful experience! Thanks again! Hope to be back soon!”

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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

3.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

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

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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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

4.2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 657 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Review of Byron Bay’s 2-hour beginner surf lesson, with small groups, friendly instructors, safety training, gear, price, and practical tips.

“Guides were very clear and helpful. Marta helped with the basics really well and was very clear on how to do things and how to improve even in the sea. Would definitely recommend.”

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Porto: Small Group Surf Lesson with Transportation

5.Small Group Surf Lesson with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 594 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $58

Learn to surf on Porto’s coast with small groups, beach transfers, wetsuits, boards, patient instructors, and flexible cancellation.

“Bernardo was a wonderful guide! It was our first time trying surfing and he explained everything and helped in the water. It is probably the most memorable experience, 100% worth it.”

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Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

6.Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 582 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $112

Learn to surf at Waikiki with Hans Hedemann Surf. This two-hour beginner lesson includes gear, coaching, lockers, and small-group water time.

“Great staff here. Very patient and they made sure everyone had fun and was successful. You should do this if you get a chance.”

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Group Surf Lessons

7.Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Learn to surf in Tenerife with a licensed instructor, small groups, beach warm-ups, and free Costa Adeje pickup for $66.54.

“First time and immediatly standing on the board. Cool. Very nice atmosphere and successful coaches 🤙🏼🌊🏄.”

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

8.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Learn what to expect from Stoke Drift’s private Waikiki surf lesson, including coaching, price, safety, timing, photos, and who should book.

“Great! Stood up and caught so many waves! It was my first time and the teacher was super helpful! Highly recommend”

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Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson

9.Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 282 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Learn to surf in Madeira with expert instructors, beach transport, gear, and beginner-friendly waves at Machico, Seixal, or Porto da Cruz.

“Our guide made a totall effort of making sure everyone getting to his/her best level of surfing, weather you already been surfing or this was your very first time. He also gave us some tips about interesting places in the area. Overall it was an amazing experience with an excellent guide!”

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Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

10.Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

Learn to surf at Kalama Beach in Kihei with warm water, gentle waves, patient coaches, equipment, parking, and small groups.

“My teens took a surf lesson and loved it. Pablo was the instructor. Wish we would have taken the class in the beginning of our trip. Awesome experience for them.”

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Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

11.Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 235 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Review of Maui Lahaina’s small-group surf lesson, with beginner-friendly instruction, gear, pricing, timing, photos, and practical tips.

“My experience was so incredible! I had so much fun despite rainy and choppy weather, and all of the surf guides were so nice!! I had such a wonderful time! Thank you to all of the people at Royal Surf!”

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Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

12.Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $60

Review of Merrick’s Noosa 2-hour surf lesson, with practical details on price, instructors, equipment, fitness, conditions, and value.

“I booked a lesson for my 2 nieces, 2 daughters and I to do together during our stay in Noosa. None of us have ever surfed before and within 2-3 attempts we were all surfing and hooked! They all want surfboards for Christmas now!”

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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

13.Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

Review of Ohana Surf Project’s Waikiki lessons, with shuttle pickup, patient instructors, family options, gear, pricing, and practical tips.

“The kids enjoyed the surfing class. Everything run smooth from getting us from the hotel, to the lesson, and coming back. Instructors were nice, took good care of us and made sure we all had fun. Would highly recommend.”

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Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

14.Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $35Best value

Review of Kool Katz Surf School’s affordable 4-hour Byron Bay beginner lesson, with gear, local instructors, transport, and a 40m ride guarantee.

“Great experience, everybody managed to stand up and surf, with a very friendly instructor who made it very easy, communication upfront was easy too”

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Ribeira Grande, Azores: Group Surf Lessons

15.Ribeira Grande, Azores: Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 198 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Learn to surf in São Miguel with small-group coaching, gear, safety practice, and beginner-friendly waves for $53.

“the guides are great, the lessons are structured and well explained. they help wherever they can and the vibes are relaxed and cheerful. recommend it 100%>”

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