Learn to ride the waves with surf gear included
2 hours
5 people
Surfboard, rash guard, reef shoes
Learn to ride the waves in a group surf lesson for ages 10 and up. Surf equipment is provided for your time in the water.
Receive a full refund with at least 48 hours' notice. No-shows are charged the full reservation amount. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: TBH28X
No. For safety reasons, kids under 10 years old must join a private session.
Group lessons need at least 2 students. If only 1 student is confirmed, the operator will try to reschedule you into another group lesson time slot, or you can choose to pay an extra fee for a private class. Clarify the extra fee amount with Greetwell before booking.
Yes. Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to your start time, and the lesson starts on time.
113 Prison St. Lahaina, HI 96761
Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy has built an impressive reputation with instructors who genuinely know how to teach. Steve, Lee, Josh, Felipe, Kea, and Kai all get called out by name for being patient, encouraging, and skilled at getting first-timers standing up on their boards quickly. Families particularly appreciate how comfortable the instructors make kids and nervous adults feel in the water. The teaching approach seems to strike that perfect balance between clear instruction and making the whole experience fun and relaxed. Beyond the surfing itself, Ric's photography captures the experience beautifully, giving people those vacation photos they'll treasure forever. The location and waves are consistently praised, and the operation runs smoothly overall. One reviewer had trouble reaching them during a scheduling issue, though that was eventually resolved professionally. With such overwhelmingly positive feedback about the instructors' expertise and welcoming vibe, this is clearly a solid choice for anyone wanting to try surfing in Maui, whether it's your first time or you're returning after years away from the sport.
We found Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy online and had a great time! The instructors, equipment and surf location were all top notch. Steve, Lee and Terrence were easy to work with, provided clear instruction we were up and surfing in no time. My youngest daughter had a private lesson because of her age and my oldest daughter and I were in a group class. All of us got a ton of waves! Extra shout out to Ric, the photographer, for the excellent photos of all of us. If you have the time and have ever wanted to try surfing RHSA is definitely worth it. They surf out of the beach near Ukumehame so if you are in the area and see an orange flag and surfers in the water stop by and talk to the team and see what it’s all about for yourself.
Ed Cantera
July 15, 2026
We found Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy online and had a great time! The instructors, equipment and surf location were all top notch. Steve, Lee and Terrence were easy to work with, provided clear instruction we were up and surfing in no time. My youngest daughter had a private lesson because of her age and my oldest daughter and I were in a group class. All of us got a ton of waves! Extra shout out to Ric, the photographer, for the excellent photos of all of us. If you have the time and have ever wanted to try surfing RHSA is definitely worth it. They surf out of the beach near Ukumehame so if you are in the area and see an orange flag and surfers in the water stop by and talk to the team and see what it’s all about for yourself.
Ed Cantera
July 15, 2026
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