Category Beginner Surf Schools

Oahu · BEGINNER SURF SCHOOLS

The 8 Best Beginner Surf Schools Tours in Honolulu

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Oahu packs a lot into forty-four miles, and these 8 beginner surf schools tours are the ones that earn a slot in the week. Each is priced below with its length, its pickup arrangement and who it suits, so you can pick without opening five booking tabs.

Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu - Turtle Canyon snorkeling: green sea turtles and colorful fish

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $200Our pick

Small-group Waikiki kayak, turtle snorkeling, and a surf session, with gear, snacks, and hotel pickup for $200.

“Shane and niel are locals. Grew up here their whole lives. They are easy-going and love the island. They take small groups so it's personalized. Niel even brought mango from his tree. Amazing tour, turtles, information and experience from 2 amazing good hearted men.”

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Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu

Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu - What Hans Hedemann Surf School Includes (So You Can Plan Light)

2.Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Private 2-hour surf lessons in Waikiki with gear provided and 1-on-1 coaching by local pros for all levels, starting at $199.

“My son had an amazing time with his instructor Chris. The whole crew made sure that we had the best time out there on the waves. They had patience and compassion for a first timer and it showed. Highly recommend. Worth every penny.”

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Oahu: Waikiki Beginner Private Surf Lesson- Female Guide

Oahu: Waikiki Beginner Private Surf Lesson- Female Guide - Waikiki Beach Safety Briefing: The Part You’ll Be Glad You Did

4.Waikiki Beginner Private Surf Lesson- Female Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $135

Waikiki beginner private surf lesson with a female guide at Duke Kahanamoku statue, shore coaching, and a first wave in about 1 hour.

“Just book this surfing experience!! This was one of the best things, if not the best i did on Oahu. Ali is an amazing skilled, funny and wise teacher. She will learn you the tricks in no time and did a very clear briefing beforehand on what to do when on the board. The location is stunning and Ali will show you the best places to catch waves in Waikiki beach area at your own pace. 10/10 recommend just wait for her at the statue to pick you up and the magic begins :))) loved it ❤️”

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Waikiki: Surf Lessons Easy 60 min classes no crowds!

Waikiki: Surf Lessons Easy 60 min classes no crowds! - The Ala Wai Boat Harbor surf bus setup

5.Surf Lessons Easy 60 min classes no crowds!

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 1 hour · from $100Best value

Waikiki 60-minute surf lesson at Ala Wai Boat Harbor with small groups, a surf bus with lockers, and expert coaching at classic breaks.

“Eddie was a great teacher for my first surf lesson he is very postive and passionate about surfing and helped me ride the waves. Would defo recommend Eddie!”

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Oahu: 1-on-1 Surfing Lesson in Waikiki

Oahu: 1-on-1 Surfing Lesson in Waikiki - Where You Meet, and How to Find the Small Triangular Beach

6.1-on-1 Surfing Lesson in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1h 15m · from $178

A private 75 minute Waikiki surf lesson with gear included and a guaranteed wave, taught one on one by Jake at Manifesting Aloha Surf School.

“Great experience with Jake for one on one beginner lesson. He made us feel confident to stand on the board, a good and very protective teacher.”

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Oahu: Surf Lesson

Oahu: Surf Lesson - Meeting at Ala Moana: gear up and get set for real waves

7.Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1h 30m · from $125

90-minute beginner surf lesson on Oahu at Ala Moana with a 2-to-1 instructor ratio, small groups, and GoPro video included for $125.

“Overall this was a great experience, John my instructor was very knowledgeable & made it such a great time learn to surf. The GoPro footage really topper off the experience 😊 highly recommend!”

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Waikiki: Family, Private, and Group Surfing Lessons

Waikiki: Family, Private, and Group Surfing Lessons - Check-in, gear-up, and a safety briefing that takes itself seriously

8.Family, Private, and Group Surfing Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $110

Waikiki surf lessons with pro coaches, shuttle pickups, Diamond Head views, safety first. Small groups up to 8, $110.

“Todo estuvo espectacular Kai fue magistral nos tuvo mucha paciencia y nos ayudó a coger muchas olas. Sin duda alguna si regreso iré nuevamente.”

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