Private coaching and surf time for your group at Kahaluʻu Bay
2 Hours
3 to 4 people
Surfboard, leash, rash guard
Learn to surf or build your skills with a dedicated lifeguard coach in a private group setting. Start with coaching before heading into the water at Kahaluʻu Bay.
Sample Itinerary (7:00 AM Class)
Free changes or cancellations 2+ days before class. Changes or cancellations within 2 days, late arrivals, and no-shows incur a 100% charge. A 15-minute grace period applies after the scheduled start. If the class is canceled due to weather or water conditions, choose rebooking or a refund.
Product ID: WWQ254
No. You arrange your own transportation from the check-in location to Kahalu’u Beach Park.
Arrive dressed in swim clothes. Bring a towel and reef-safe sunscreen. You can use complimentary rentals for a swim shirt and water shoes.
Yes. All students must be able to swim, follow basic English instructions, and safely participate in intensive physical activity.
75-5909 Ali'i Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
This family-owned operation run by siblings Jake and Tiffany (who took over from their father and uncle) has mastered the art of getting beginners surfing quickly. Most first-timers report standing up within their first 10-15 minutes, thanks to a smart approach that starts with on-land instruction before hitting the water. The small group sizes make a real difference too, with many reviewers noting they had essentially one-on-one attention and got instant feedback after each wave. Jake gets consistent praise for being encouraging, conversational, and genuinely fun to spend time with in the water. What stands out is how much the instructors actually engage with students rather than just pushing them onto waves. They provide ongoing tips throughout the session, adjust when conditions aren't ideal, and create an atmosphere that feels authentically welcoming rather than transactional. Extras like providing rash guards and water shoes set them apart from other surf schools. Multiple families mentioned this ended up being their kids' favorite activity of the entire vacation, with children as young as 9-10 having successful sessions. The flexible scheduling and kama'aina rates are nice touches from a business that clearly cares about doing things right.
We had a blast with Hawaii lifeguard surf instructors. It was me (40) and my two boys (13 and 10) with very little board sport experience. All 3 of us got up and rode waves almost to the shore. Such an amazing experience and the instructors John and Jacob made it possible. Both were super encouraging and got us on the waves and provided constructive feedback to help us get better as the day went on. Highly recommend!
Jared Reiner
August 11, 2026
We had a blast with Hawaii lifeguard surf instructors. It was me (40) and my two boys (13 and 10) with very little board sport experience. All 3 of us got up and rode waves almost to the shore. Such an amazing experience and the instructors John and Jacob made it possible. Both were super encouraging and got us on the waves and provided constructive feedback to help us get better as the day went on. Highly recommend!
Jared Reiner
August 11, 2026
Private surf coaching with a Hawaiian lifeguard at Kahaluʻu Bay
One-on-one surf coaching with a Hawaiian lifeguard at Kahaluʻu Bay
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