WHERE TO SURF · OAHU SURF LESSONS
Waikiki rollers break slowly over a long reef shelf a long way out, which gives a beginner more time on a wave than anywhere else. These 15 compare the group sizes, the outrigger add-ons and what the walk from the beach actually is.
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.”
Learn to surf Waikiki with patient instructors, small groups, gear included, and about 70 minutes of guided wave time for $125.
“The instructors were excellent. They were friendly, professional, personable. They tailored the surfing experience, they were patient, they explained things well, they share appropriate lesson technique because they are experienced. My instructor Shuzi, had been surfing for decades, a coach and mentor for surfing and other youth sports. It helped to be somewhat in shape, good balance, the instructor really made the difference.”
Learn to surf in Waikiki with a small-group lesson, included gear, patient instructors, and beginner-friendly waves, with practical booking tips.
“Great lesson with great instructors! It was very fun! The boards were really nice and the staff was super encouraging!”
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”
Learn to surf on Oahu’s North Shore with patient instructors, beginner waves, gear included, and a chance to spot sea turtles in Hauula.
“We didn’t have any experience of surf and we were nervous to find a good person to teach us. But Suzy was an amazing person to teach how to surf and catch the waves! We had really good time to learn and catch some waves! We totally enjoyed and recommend it for all! Surfing in North shore is great choice, you can see some turtles as well!”
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.”
Learn to surf Waikiki in a small two-hour class with professional instructors, safety coaching, equipment, and plenty of time on the waves.
“Amazing experience!! Must do in Hawaii. The thrill you get from surfing is addicting.”
Learn to surf in Waikiki with private instruction, board rental, safety training, and patient coaching for beginners and families.
“Surfing lessons were lots of fun! Instructor did a great job walking through the process and getting us standing on the boards:) We paid extra to have the lessons videotaped, and it was definitely worth the extra expense.”
Learn to surf in a small Oahu group with patient instructors, plenty of waves, and edited GoPro photos and videos included.
“It was a great experience for our family, especially for our 9 yrs old daughter! Nice and professional coaches! We can’t wait to come back!”
Learn to surf in Waikiki with patient instructors, hotel pickup, quality gear, small groups, and optional photos and videos.
“Haley, Lawson and Aiden had a wonderful experience. Instructor Miguel had them up on the board quickly. We look forward to receiving videos!”
Ride Waikiki waves in a Hawaiian outrigger canoe, with a licensed captain, family-friendly seating, and a short but thrilling surf session.
“It was super fun and the staff were accommodating and kind. Would do again. Was a good price overall.”
Learn to surf on Oahu’s North Shore with a small-group lesson, patient instructors, provided gear, and practical ocean safety tips.
“The boys had a lot of fun. They both were able to stand up & surf. Only negative is that it was a group lesson & time had to be shared. Would do it again.”
Learn to surf on Oahu’s North Shore with private instruction, equipment included, and small-group attention for ages four and up.
Learn to surf Waikiki with small-group coaching, quality gear, flexible times, and practical tips for choosing this 90-minute lesson.
“Great lessons fun and knowledgeable staff! We had 2 13 year olds and they learned so much and were carry over the skills taught and surf unaided independently during our stay.”
Review of Oahu’s private surf lesson with patient coaching, beginner-friendly waves, and same-day photos and videos for $160.
“I always had a salt water trauma since I was a child. So even I love to swim, that only applies to a swimming pool. However I decided to take a challenge and overcome the trauma by going for a such extreme water sport on the ocean. I must admit that it was frightening when I began to paddle toward the waves and I was thinking ‘what on earth am I doing here?’ But this will go away when you paddle for few minutes. I was so shattered so that Jake had to push me and the board all the time(which I felt really bad :( ). I manage to…”
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