Beginner Surf Lessons at Kalapaki Beach, Kauai
Build surfing fundamentals with local instructors at Kalapaki Beach
Duration
1.5 hours
Includes
Surfboard, rash guard, booties
Highlights
Learn surfing fundamentals with local instructors at Kalapaki Beach. Small-group coaching focuses on ocean awareness, paddling, and riding waves.
- Learn ocean awareness, surf safety, and wave selection
- Practice paddling, board positioning, and pop-up technique
- Ride with hands-on coaching from experienced local instructors
- Develop surf etiquette and board-handling skills
Itinerary
Check In (5–10 Minutes Before Lesson) Arrive at Kauai Beach Boys / Da Life Outdoor Gear at Kalapaki Beach. Complete your waiver before arrival and meet your instructor.
Beach Instruction (15–20 Minutes) Your instructor will cover ocean safety, paddling and pop-up technique, wave selection, and specifics of this surfing location.
In the Water (60–70 Minutes) Head into beautiful Kalapaki Bay and begin catching waves with hands-on coaching from your instructor. You'll receive personalized guidance throughout the lesson to help build confidence and improve your technique.
Celebrate Your Success Most first-time students successfully ride waves during their lesson. Take home unforgettable memories and a new appreciation for the sport of surfing.
Times are approximate and may vary based on ocean conditions and group size.
What's Included
- Surfboard
- Long-sleeve rash guard
- Booties, if needed
Important details
- Complete the online waiver before arrival
- Ages 10+ only
- Requires comfort swimming in water over your head
- Requires carrying your own surfboard in and out of the water
- Requires paddling independently for 1.5 hours
- Requires understanding spoken English and following verbal directions
- Requires physical and mental health suitable for independent group participation; no special needs or one-on-one water assistance
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Bring a towel and mineral sunscreen
- Bring a cord to secure glasses if you cannot see without them
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start; parties of 6+ need 72 hours' notice. Cancellations within 24 or 72 hours are charged 50%. Same-day cancellations and no-shows are charged 100%. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or insufficient participants.
Product ID: FVS6JA
FAQs
Yes. Complete the online waiver before you arrive for your surf lesson.
You must be age 10+ and comfortable swimming in overhead-deep water. You also need to carry your own surfboard, paddle independently for 1.5 hours, understand spoken English and follow verbal directions, and have no physical or mental limitations or special needs.
No. If anyone requires additional assistance, book a private or semi-private lesson instead of the group surf lesson.
Meeting details
Da Life Outdoor Gear next to Duke's Restaurant, 3500 Rice St., Lihue, HI 96766
