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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular surf lessons on Oahu right now. The ones worth putting on the itinerary, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book with.
Learn to surf in Waikiki with a small-group lesson, full gear rental, and pro coaching for your first rides on Oahu.
Most Popular“Did a group lesson with Nico and Lewis, who are both great teachers! They have everything you need to borrow (booties, rash guard etc). Our 2nd time with this company. Suuuuper fun. I think everyone caught waves. My 14 yr old is hooked… coming back for a semi private lesson!”
Beginner-friendly Waikiki surf lesson with lifeguard-certified coaching, full gear, and about 70 minutes in the water for $125.
“Humbling to stand up on my first try and surf with turtles. Great advice and supportive. Definitely buy the photos/videos if you can't afford the 45 dollars, skip lunch! great experience”
Beginner surfing in Waikiki with a small-group lesson, safety coaching, and included board and leash for your first confident waves.
“Learning to surf is fun but physically vigorous. Instructors gave clear explanations and are patient, helpful and encouraging. It was a great experience. I would do it again.”
Waikiki private group surf lesson with Stoke Drift: 90 minutes of safety on land, 1 hour in the water, English coaching.
“This was a great experience for my son. He is 17 and this was his first attempt at surfing. His instructor Justice was great with him. Gave him very good instruction and got him up and riding the board quickly! Justice was very professional, friendly and a wonderful instructor. We will definitely come back and…”
90-minute beginner surf lesson in Hauula, Oahu with equipment, patient coaching, and a free turtle tour. $95 pp.
“Truly amazing experience. Three surfers with zero experience (ages 44, 10, and 9) all rode multiple waves and were up and surfing almost immediately. Suzy and Matthew were expert and gentle instructors who made our time with them perfect. Would not hesitate to book again and can honestly say this is by far the best…”
A 2-hour Waikiki surf lesson with pickup, top-notch gear, and patient coaching at Ohana Surf Project, plus optional photo packages.
“The experience was amazing. There were many surf instructors on hand and they were all so helpful. We caught so many waves as beginners. Shout out to Cole for being so patient and overall a great guy and instructor! Cherry on top was that they had a guy taking pictures and videos during the whole…”
Beginner surf lesson near Waikiki: pro surfers coach stance and safety for stand-up rides in 2 hours. Small group, gear included.
“Amazing experience!! Must do in Hawaii. The thrill you get from surfing is addicting.”
Private Waikiki surf lessons with a safety-first land session, step-by-step coaching, and all gear provided, ending with time in the water.
“Quick easy land lesson and right into the water! Max was great and easy going and helped us figure it out for our first time.”
A small-group beginner surf lesson at Ala Moana, with coaching, GoPro action capture, and edited videos emailed after.
“Good pointers. Very personable. Excellent experience!! Initially chose this one due to go pro videos included, but great choice in all aspects!”
Learn to surf Oahu’s North Shore in a 2-hour beginner lesson at Waialua Bay with gear included, small-group coaching, and no transport.
“Great experience. Knowledgeable and patient instructor. Our daughter had a great time. And the North Shore is amazing!”
Private surf lesson on Oahu’s North Shore with one-on-one coaching, board and rash guard included, and a focus on reading waves.
“It was a great experience!”
Private 1-on-1 surf lesson in Honolulu for ages 4+, with safety coaching and same-day videos. Guaranteed to catch a wave.
“Had an incredible time surfing with Jake! So glad I selected a private lesson - he was next to me during the session - helped to guide my board when paddling and surfing. He had a great attitude and teaching knowledge - kept the time fun. He sent the videos and pictures he took quickly,…”
Private 90-minute surf lesson at Waikiki Beach with customized coaching, flexible start times, and a short walk from Big Wave Dave to the water.
“Horrible experience. Booked a private lesson which cost more than group. My husband is not a novice surfer, he just wanted to get 1:1 time with a surfer in Hawaii to help increase his surfing skills. Unfortunately somehow a lady got added to his lesson, so it was not private at all, and the instructor…”
Beginner-friendly Waikiki surf lesson with small groups, premium gear, and pro coaching at Jamie O’Brien School of Surf in 1.5 hours.
“What a great experience, Happy and Kikki are excellent teachers and kept the whole family safe for which we are grateful. Highly recommended...”
Private 2-hour North Shore Oahu surf lesson with one-on-one coaching, gear included, and a meeting point at Puaʻena Point.
“Incredible tlexperience learning how to surf on the NORTH SHORE! Connor was great at showing us, first timers, what to do. He personally navigated us around the busy waves, and got us onto a few fun waves. Connor was very patient and a good instructor for the two of us. He started us out on…”
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