Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson
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
Meeting Location
150 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for non swimmer
- Need to be able to swim without a lifejacket
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-16551P1
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