Don't leave Hawaii without trying out your surfing skills on the waters of the Pacific. During this beginner group lesson at a secluded location in Waikiki, you can practice away from the crowds with an instructor. This surf school is owned by world champion surfer Kai Sallas and offers lessons designed to give you a safe and easy way to learn a very difficult sport.

Learn how to surf with an instructor in a group setting
Enjoy a quintessential Hawaiian experience
Practice on land before heading into the water
Round-trip transport provided from Waikiki hotels only

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local taxes

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Kaimana Beach Hotel
2863 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
We are located at the Kaimana Beach Hotel, 2836 Kalakaua Ave #102, Honolulu, HI 96816, our shop is located right by the hotel lobby entrance and valet parking.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
MUST BE 11YRS OR OLDER TO JOIN THIS ACTIVITY
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Not recommended for pregnant travellers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

5.0

27 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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First timers

Barbara_O, Mar 2023

Being able to experience surfing with my kids mom (44) daughters (11)(15) was amazing. I was able to catch 2 waves as a first timer. Noah the instructor was amazing!

The instructor was great....

Bao_N, Sept 2022

The instructor was great. Mist of us were able to catch our first wave on our first try! He makes sure to set you up and give you a push. He also gave pointers and tips and let us try without the push. I didn't think we'd be able to get around 6 waves each!

Great surf lesson/riding waves!

Janet_H, Aug 2022

Our family of 4 just loved it!! If you are a beginner and need the support from a very professional but relaxed instructor, definitely book this 2hr surf lesson. Our surf teacher Janelle was great! My kids became very comfortable riding waves in no time.

Excellent. This is the lesson to take!

Marc_G, July 2022

Max, the instructor was brilliant. A very professional teacher. My three kids (11, 15 and 16) and I had a great first time surfing. By the end we were riding the waves like Pros! Max was also really helpful with suggestions for places to visit on the islands. Would take further lessons without hesitation. There’s valet parking outside the shop ($10 for 3 hours), or take your chance with finding a spot on the road.

Good, was hoping for more…

Rahul_A, Jan 2022

The instructor was very patient and safety oriented. Good experience overall, but I was hoping for a bit more exposure to catching the wave by yourself rather than the instructor pushing us …it felt more like a souped up boogie board experience….

Awesome

Barb_J, Nov 2021

The best part was the experience, they explained how to surf really well and they made it super easy and fun!

Great first surfing experience

Kylee_A, Sept 2021

Had such a fun time learning to surf. The instructor made things simple and easy to learn. Taught the basics including how to fall safely

10/10 would recommend

Naomi_A, Sept 2021

What a memorable experience! We were a couple minutes late, but called for a heads up and there were no issues (parking can be a hassle nearby, bring coins for the meter!) Josh was our instructor, great conversationalist. Everyone in our group got some great waves and the waves were all ours, no one to watch out for or share with. 2hrs is the perfect amount of time to catch as many waves as you want!

Beginners surfing

Scott_M, Aug 2021

Great instructor … had a couple 11 year olds out there and we all managed got up; did not think that was possible your first time surfing. Thanks!

Best surfing school

John_C, July 2021

Our family of 5 had an awesome surfing experience with Janelle. We learned how to surf and most importantly, had a blast. 😉 We had a great time!!! Janelle was a great teacher. She’s pleasant, patient, accommodating, taught us a lot of tips how to stand up on the board, how to paddle correctly, how to fall on the water and what to expect w the waves. Hands down best surfing experience in Oahu than we had in Maui 3 years ago!

The highlight of our vacation to Hawaii

Brian_L, July 2021

Kai was great with Our family of four. Our youngest daughter got nervous going out to the surf. Kai was terrific calming her down and getting her surfing. The kids said it was the highlight of our vacation

So Much Fun!!!

Kirk_L, July 2021

Had a total blast and everyone in the family was able to catch some waves. Instructor was awesome and even gave us some excellent tips for food and other stuff to do on the island.

Great instruction, great time!!!

John_M, July 2021

Outstanding! We did the group lesson with Jake and had a great time! We will definitely do this again!

Good instruction

Nancy_S, May 2021

Sean our instructor was good and seemed toreally know his stuff. He was friendly and helpful. The problem I had was that they allowed us to book a group of 6 and it was way too much for one instructor. If it had been three people per instructor it would have been perfect.

Great experience

Jeanette_D, Jan 2021

We had a great time as a family. kia was patient, engaging, and gave great instruction! Recommend!!!