Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson

4.7 (622 reviews) Oahu, USA
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Learn to surf on Oahu’s iconic Waikiki Beach with a 2-hour group lesson led by certified, professional instructors. Join fellow beginners and discover the secrets to riding waves, starting with a safety briefing and on-sand training before heading into the water. With a small student-to-instructor ratio of 1:3 or 1:4, participants get personalized attention and are more likely to stand up on their first wave, making this an ideal introduction to surfing in Hawaii.

Participants of this lesson must be able to swim without life jacket.

What's included

  • Safe storage lockers to store your belongings
  • All Equipment including surfboard, rash guard, and reef shoes
  • 2-hour Group Lesson
  • All taxes and fees
  • Professional instruction from a certified teacher
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • for booking 8 and above is a must

What to expect

Begin your surfing journey with a Waikiki group lesson tailored for first-timers and solo travelers ages 14 and up. After an engaging safety demonstration and sand practice to build muscle memory, students join their instructor in the ocean for hands-on coaching and support. All participants must be able to swim and paddle back to the instructor for safety. This structured session makes learning to surf in Hawaii easy, fun, and accessible for everyone ready to catch their first wave.

  1. Waikiki Beach

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please check in at the surf shop 20 - 30 minutes prior to activity which is located at Queen Kapiolani Hotel Lobby Surf Shop

End point

Please check in at the surf shop 20 - 30 minutes prior to activity which is located at Queen Kapiolani Hotel Lobby Surf Shop

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for non swimmer
  • Need to be able to swim without a lifejacket

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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