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15 Best Surf Lessons Tours On Oahu

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The 15 most popular surf lessons tours, with prices, run times and the boat or operator behind each one. The trips worth a morning on the water or a day around the island, and what each one actually gets you.

15 Best Surf Lessons Tours On Oahu

Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii - From Slide Show to Sand to Water: What the 2-Hour Plan Feels Like
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Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

1.Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

Learn to surf in Waikiki with Hans Hedemann: a 2-hour beginner group lesson with full gear rental, safety coaching, and real wave time.

Most Popular 4.5

“We had a great time and all of us were actually surfing by the end of the 2 hour lesson. Our teachers were Niko and Gavin and they were both fantastic. They gave us tips to help us improve and were super encouraging and patient. It was a great activity for our family (2 teenage…”

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Oahu: Beginner-Friendly Waikiki Beach Surfing Lesson - The 2-Hour Rhythm: Dry Land, Then Roughly 70 Minutes in Waikiki
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Oahu: Beginner-Friendly Waikiki Beach Surfing Lesson

Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach - Meet at Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee and Get Set Up Fast
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Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach

3.Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach

Beginner Waikiki surf lesson with max-five coaching, included board and leash, plus a 20-minute safety briefing before your first waves.

4.5

“Instructor was very pleasant and caring. A ton of fun. Will definitely schedule class with Tanner next time.”

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson - The land session: 15 to 30 minutes that can save your day
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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

4.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson on Oahu: 90 minutes of safety training and ocean time with Stoke Drift, plus optional photos.

5.0

“My adult children had an amazing time. I enjoyed watching them on the board. Lol Kevin did a great job assisting them with getting up and riding the waves. Tim also assisted but could have been a little more involved in helping them get up. Both Kevin and Tim were helpful and assisted me by…”

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Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu - The First 15 Minutes: Beach Basics That Actually Translate
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Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

5.Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

A 90-minute North Shore Oahu surf lesson in Hauula with a 15-minute beach warm-up, beginner-friendly waves, gear included, and turtle spotting.

5.0

“Andy is a great instructor. He made our girls feel confident that they would do great and they did! We had a blast and would definitely do this again!”

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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle - Shuttle + Surf Center: The Logistics That Make It Feel Easy
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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

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

Waikiki surf lesson with courtesy shuttle, full gear, and close coaching at Ohana Surf Project for beginners in 2 hours.

5.0

“First time surfer, experience was simply amazing. Surf staff all very knowledgeable, and provided a super organized way to learn how to surf. Very structured learning environment.”

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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson - 20-Minute Land Lesson: Technique First, Then Waves
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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

7.Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

Learn Waikiki surf the right way in a small beginner group. 2 hours outside the crowds, pro surfers, gear included, CPR safety.

4.9

“Had such a fantastic time during our surfing lesson! Our instructor Kai was super friendly, patient and clearly passionate about what he does. He made sure everyone in the group was having fun and feeling confident out on the water. He gave great tips and was cheering everyone on the whole time, which made the…”

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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki - The land lesson: safety, etiquette, positioning, and paddling
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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

8.Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

Private Waikiki surf lesson with land training, safe paddling coaching, and guided waves for beginners in Oahu. Gear and sunscreen included.

5.0

“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.”

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Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos - Meeting at 75 Ala Moana Park Dr and what you’ll do first
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Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos

9.Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos

Small-group beginner surf lesson at Oahu’s Ala Moana, with GoPro capture and edited videos/photos emailed after.

5.0

“Mike was such a great teacher!!! We were all able to stand up on the first try and had a great experience. The go pro videos made the experience even more fun. I highly recommend booking this surf lesson, I think we totally got our moneys worth so happy we went with this company!”

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North Shore Beginner Surf Lesson, Hawaii - Key things to know before you go
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North Shore Beginner Surf Lesson, Hawaii

Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach - Price and Value: Is $179 Worth a Private Lesson?
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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

12.Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

Private surf lesson at Waikiki Beach with certified instruction, 1-on-1 coaching, and a fast path to your first waves for $179.

5.0

“Paulie was awesome! I never surfed before and Paulie made sure I was able to stand up and enjoy it. He made the experience super comfortable and fun! Would highly recommend this company and use again.”

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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos - Safety, Paddling, Pop-Ups: The Stuff That Actually Makes Waves Possible
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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

13.Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

A private 1-on-1 surf lesson in Oahu with provided gear, close coaching, and same-day videos and photos by evening.

5.0

“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,…”

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Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki - What’s included: board, booties, and rashguard
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Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki

14.Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki

A beginner-friendly group surf lesson in central Waikiki with premium gear, calm coaching, and a small-group cap near Kalakaua Ave.

5.0

“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.”

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Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu - Kayak or stand-up paddleboard: getting to the reef and turtles fast
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Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

15.Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

Kayak, snorkel, and surf in Honolulu with a local guide. Small group, gear and snacks included, plus plenty of turtle spotting.

5.0

“This was awesome experience with Kayaking, Snorkeling and above all Surfing! We had a blast. Both me and my wife were very basic with swimming but they made it so easy with loads of fun! Don’t miss these guys while in Hawaii!”

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