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15 Best Surf Lessons On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

The 15 most popular surf lessons on Oahu. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and where to book.

15 Best Surf Lessons On Oahu

Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii - Before you touch the water: safety talk, etiquette, and dry-land practice
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Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

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1.Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

Learn to surf in Waikiki with a 2-hour small-group lesson by Hans Hedemann. Gear and lockers included, photos extra.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“We really enjoyed our morning learning how to surf. All the staff were very knowledgeable and professional. Best of all, even though we were a big group, they split us up between instructors so we had special attention to correct our form and how to do the surfing. Our instructor got us out early enough…”

582 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $112.31by Hans Hedemann Surf Inc

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Oahu: Beginner-Friendly Waikiki Beach Surfing Lesson - Your 2-Hour Schedule: Land Practice to 70 Minutes in the Water
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Oahu: Beginner-Friendly Waikiki Beach Surfing Lesson

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2.Oahu: Beginner-Friendly Waikiki Beach Surfing Lesson

A beginner-friendly Waikiki surf lesson on Oahu with lifeguard-certified coaches, full gear, and 70 minutes on the water for $125.

★ 4.9

“My wife had a brilliant time at her surf lesson. She spoke highly of the instructors Noah and Kai. Both were brilliant and gave her the confidence to stand up her first time at a surf lesson! Would highly recommend! She said if she comes back to Honolulu she would book again and request them!”

425 reviews2 hoursFrom $125by Surfer Girl Academy, LLC

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Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach - The Real Plan: Beach Basics, Then Guided Wave Time
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Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach

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3.Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach

Waikiki beginner surf lesson with a small group, included board and leash, and safety coaching designed to help you stand and ride.

★ 4.5

“Great lesson with great instructors! It was very fun! The boards were really nice and the staff was super encouraging!”

317 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $129.00by Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson - The 15–30 minutes on land: safety that doesn’t kill the vibe
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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

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4.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

Waikiki private group surf lesson on Oahu. A 90-minute coached session with safety basics, ocean time, and real beginner guidance.

★ 5.0

“This was a fantastic lesson for my brother and I to experience first time surfing! The private, group setting provided focused attention on both of us. We spent most of our time on the water and the result was that we both got up and enjoyed riding the waves!! Highly recommend!”

298 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $123.00by Stoke Drift

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Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu - Price and What You Really Get for $95
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Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

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5.Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

90-minute beginner surf lesson on Oahu’s North Shore with included gear, beach coaching, sea turtle spotting, and free turtle tour.

★ 5.0

“It was amazing! It was an unforgettable private lesson with my family and there was 5 of us total. Andy and John are an amazing team and taught us the basics on how to surf, we all managed to stay on the board by the end of it! I would recommend to everyone who wants…”

267 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $95.00by Sunset Suzys Surf School

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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle - Price and logistics: what the $107.15 buys you
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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

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

Waikiki surf lesson with close coaching, included gear, and a courtesy hotel shuttle to Ohana Surf Project at the Waikiki Beach Marriott.

★ 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.”

216 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $107.15by Ohana Surf Project

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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson - Who’s running the lesson and what safety actually looks like
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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

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

A 2-hour beginner surf lesson near Waikiki with pro surfers, small-group coaching, and included gear so you can catch waves fast.

★ 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…”

191 reviews2 hoursFrom $103by Kai Sallas' Pro Surf School Hawaii

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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki - Getting Into the Water: The Walk to the Beach and Reef-Shoe Reality
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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

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8.Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

Private Waikiki surf lesson with a full land-based safety class, top boards from Moku Surf Shop, and coaching aimed at helping you stand.

★ 5.0

“There was more time spent in the shop “getting ready” than on the water. The surfing was supposed to start at 9, the lessons didn’t start until 9:30 and everything ended by 10:10am. Not with the $”

176 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $96.00by Oahu Surf and Skim School

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Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos - Small-group coaching that feels like it’s built for beginners
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Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos

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Outrigger Canoe Surfing - The waves and the safety piece you should care about
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Outrigger Canoe Surfing

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10.Outrigger Canoe Surfing

Ride Waikiki waves in an outrigger canoe. Family-friendly, safe with a licensed captain, plus Hawaiian royal history. 20 minutes.

★ 4.5

“What a great experience Canoe Surfing, my husband and I enjoyed this so much. It will have to be on our list for next trip to the island for sure. It’s a great alternative to board surfing, as a senior that doesn’t swim well, it felt very safe. The staff handling the excursion were awesome,…”

122 reviews20 minutes (approx.)From $51.54by Waikiki Beach Services

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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

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11.North Shore Beginner Surf Lesson, Hawaii

Learn beginner surfing on Oahu’s North Shore with a 2-hour small-group lesson, all equipment included, plus ocean etiquette coaching.

★ 4.5

“Can not recommend enough. Eric was patient, explained in detail, and was encouraging. I am 50 and have always wanted to try, 10/10 experience.”

114 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $104.00by Surf N Sea

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Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki - Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience: Premium Coaching in Waikiki
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Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki

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13.Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki

A 90-minute beginner-friendly group surf lesson on Waikiki Beach at the Jamie O’Brien Surf School with gear included and small groups.

★ 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.”

107 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $119.00by Jamie O'Brien Surf Experience

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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos - The Lesson Flow: Demo, Guided Practice, and Instructor Help in the Water
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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

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

Private 1-on-1 surf lesson in Honolulu for ages 4+ with equipment, guided coaching, and same-day video/photos by email.

★ 5.0

“I had an amazing surfing lesson and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The instructor was extremely professional, patient, and encouraging, which made a huge difference, especially for someone who wants to progress quickly. Everything was explained clearly, from safety rules to proper technique, and the feedback in the water was spot on. The lesson…”

107 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $160.00by Manifesting Aloha Surf School

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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach - What You Actually Learn: Mechanics That Transfer to Every Ride
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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

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15.Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach

Private 90-minute surf lesson on Waikiki Beach with certified instructors, flexible start times, and 1-on-1 coaching in Oahu.

★ 5.0

“Our surf guides took great care of our 3 kids. They were trained in land and given easy tips to ride the waves once they headed out. Awesome experience!”

107 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $179.00by Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee

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