Honolulu’s year-round climate combines with its world-class beaches to create the perfect location to get involved in watersports. A popular spot in Honolulu to get your taste of surfing is Waikiki beach, a vibrant coastal neighbourhood on the island’s southern shore.
Opting to take surf lessons gives you the flexibility to learn the basics of surfing and helps you receive personalised attention on your surf technique. We’ve selected five of the best lessons taking place on and near Waikiki, taking into account past reviews, experience level, and price. Check them out below!
Oahu: Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki Beach
FROM: $99/per person
Surf company Surfer Girl Academy offers a range of lessons depending on your budget and whether you want to learn in a group or solo. This group lesson is the school’s most popular class, with a maximum group size of ten people. These lessons are fun and sociable whilst teaching guests surf skills. These two and half-hour lessons are taught by certified instructors, with the school gaining recognition from sports brand Hurley who sponsor the school. Past participants highlight the friendly instructors and expert knowledge they are able to give as being valuable in the lesson.
Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach
From $99/ per person
Whether you already have some experience surfing, or you’ve never been on a board before, the lessons are accessible to everyone. Those new to surfing will learn the basics of water safety, technique, and positioning. These one and half-hour lessons are given in a group, which has a maximum of 12 people, and ensures all surfers receive personalised tips from their professional instructor. Rental of all surf equipment is included in the price, as well and pick up and drop off at selected locations.
Waikiki: 1 Hour Small-Group Surf Lesson
From $60/ per person
This one-hour small group lesson is a fantastic introduction to surfing and is of great value for money. This class is recommended for first-time surfers and those looking for a refresh on the sport. This lesson’s instructor offers participants over 30 years of surfing knowledge and teaches in either English or Portuguese. The surf class starts on the shore for participants to learn a little surf theory and the basics of the watersport and then heads out onto the waves to a location selected for its consistent waves. The price includes rental of all equipment, and, for an extra fee, guests can receive videos and photographs of their lesson.
From Waikiki: 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson
From $104/ per person
This group surf lesson is created especially for beginners. The class is two hours long and takes place twice a day. Located a mile outside of Waikiki’s busy beach, the lessons take place in a quieter and beginner-friendly surf sport. This location gives beginners a safe place to practise their surf technique whilst experiencing Waikiki’s renowned waves. Professional surfers lead the classes, starting with a twenty-minute class on the land to cover the basics, and the rest of the lesson takes place in the water. On top of practical surf skills, participants will gain an insight into the different materials and equipment used for this sport and pointers on safety protocols.
Waikiki 1 Hour Private Surf Lesson
From $100/ per person
This one-hour private surf lesson is fully customisable to fit the participants’ needs. No prior experience is necessary for this class: from beginners to advanced surfers, whatever your skill level is and whatever guests want to practice, instructors will tailor the lesson to suit the guests’ wishes. A professional surfer with over thirty years of experience takes this class, and they pass on their surfing insights and tips to help surfer improve their knowledge of the sport. For an extra fee, guests can receive videos and photographs of their lesson.