Learn to surf in a small group with all gear provided
1.5 hours
3 to 6 people
Surfboard, Rash guard, Leash
Join a group surf lesson in Haleiwa and build confidence with guided instruction in and out of the water. Learn basics like safety, wave selection, and surfing etiquette with a 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
No previous experience required. Minimum age is 16+. Marine life sightings are possible but not guaranteed.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Yes. Make sure every participant signs the waiver before the lesson.
Arrive at least 10 minutes before your lesson.
Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a towel, snacks, and water.
North Shore Ohana School of Surfing - Pua'ena Point Beach Park, Haleiwa, HI, 96712, US
With a perfect track record across reviews, this North Shore surf school consistently delivers for first-timers and families looking to learn. Instructors like Zack, Mitch, Kane, and Maikai get frequent shoutouts for being patient, encouraging, and genuinely skilled at getting beginners standing up on waves. Multiple families mention even young kids (as young as 7-8 years old) successfully catching waves and having the time of their lives. The booking process is straightforward, and instructors adjust to conditions and schedules when needed. What really stands out is how personalized the experience feels despite often teaching groups. Instructors provide strong physical support in the water, give clear beach lessons without wasting time, and seem to genuinely care about making everyone comfortable. Several nervous beginners mention feeling at ease quickly. The team also shares local recommendations and clearly knows the North Shore breaks well, choosing locations based on conditions and skill levels. If you're hoping to learn surfing in Hawaii, this crew makes it happen.
We had an amazing time with these guys! They really do take their time teaching; so big shout out to Zack since he was very patient with us! My partner and I booked the 2hr private lessons and had the best time! It was also my first time surfing and managed to stand up and catch a few waves.. in terms of the beach area, it was pretty quiet and not so crowded so can really plan a full day out here though it does get super hot out with minimal shade so plan accordingly. Lastly, the surf school has a fantastic photographer Fernando and the photos came out amazing! Worth the price. We’ll definitely come back here next time we visit 🤙
Josef Dulay
July 3, 2026
We had an amazing time with these guys! They really do take their time teaching; so big shout out to Zack since he was very patient with us! My partner and I booked the 2hr private lessons and had the best time! It was also my first time surfing and managed to stand up and catch a few waves.. in terms of the beach area, it was pretty quiet and not so crowded so can really plan a full day out here though it does get super hot out with minimal shade so plan accordingly. Lastly, the surf school has a fantastic photographer Fernando and the photos came out amazing! Worth the price. We’ll definitely come back here next time we visit 🤙
Josef Dulay
July 3, 2026
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