WHERE TO SURF · KAUAI SURF LESSONS
Good kauai surf lessons fill up weeks ahead in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Learn to surf in Poipu with patient instructors, small groups, warm water, gear included, and practical tips for families and first-timers.
“We had Kele as our instructor and he was amazing. We are staying at the Sheraton and the lesson was literally next door and perfect. Definitely recommend.”
Learn why this private Hanalei Bay surf lesson suits beginners, families, and improving surfers, with local instructors, gear, and sandy-bottom waves.
“Our surf instructor was wonderful! Would 100% do it again! One of many highlights of our trip to Kauai!”
Learn what to expect from Kauai’s Ultimate Group Surf Lesson, including gear, instructors, safety, price, parking, waves, and booking tips.
“The whole family (parents and adolescent daughter and young adult daughter) loved it! Great instructor. We learned a lot and felt safe. One should however be careful as there are some big rocks one could fall on. Very close to the beach you have another beach where you can spot beutiful turtles (a good time to be sure to see them is approximatly at 6pm, or early morning). All in all a great experience which we would highly recommend if you would like to learn how to surf!”
Ride three to eight waves in a traditional outrigger canoe at Kauai’s Kalapaki Beach, with expert guidance and a small four-person group.
“Kashawn was a great boat surf guide. This is a traditional and authentic Hawaiian boat surfing experience and my 21 year old daughter said, it was one of the funnest things she's done here. Didn't know quite what to expect. Walked away so happy to have done this! Just go for it!”
Learn to surf at Kauai’s Kalapaki Bay with expert instructors, small groups, gentle waves, and board and rash guard included.
“Man muss sich bewusst sein, dass man anfangs in der Gruppe eine Einweisung an Land erhält und danach auf dem Wasser fast die gesamte Zeit nur auf dem Brett sitzt und wartet. Der Ablauf war so, dass der Lehrer jeweils eine Person begleitet hat um die richtige Welle zu finden (was wohl anfangs das schwierigste am Surfen darstellt) und ein paar individuelle Tipps gegeben. Es gab dann drei durchlaufe, sodass jeder drei mal versuchen konnte zu surfen. Wir empfanden das Vorgehen einerseits gut, da es etwas wie Privatunterricht war, aber andererseits war es natürlich auch etwas frustrierend alleine garnicht üben zu können und den Großteil nur auf dem Wasser zu…”
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