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    Private Surf Lesson on Oahu's North Shore

    Personalized North Shore coaching with a pro-selected surf guide

    5.0 stars• 2.3K reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 2 people

    Includes

    Surfboard, equipment, towels

    Highlights

    Explore Oahu's North Shore on a private surf session led by a professional surfer selected by Jamie O'Brien. Shape the session around your goals with a personal consultation; Jamie O'Brien does not personally guide the experience.

    • Check surf conditions by golf cart and choose a break for your session
    • Learn how to read the lineup with real-time coaching in the water
    • Choose a high-performance surfboard tailored to your session

    What's Included

    • High-performance surfboard rental
    • Private golf cart surf check and pre-surf consultation
    • Premium wetsuit top or rashguard
    • Fins, leash, and wax
    • Towels
    • In-room amenity

    Important details

    • Available only to guests of The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay
    • Ages 12+ only
    • Arrive 15 minutes before your start time
    • Surf locations, itinerary, and the participating professional surfer may change for safety or operational reasons. Surfing depends on weather, surf conditions, water quality, and equipment availability

    Cancellation Policy

    Receive a full refund or credit with at least 48 hours' notice. Receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    Product ID: JBR8Z4

    FAQs

    Arrive wearing your swimwear. Complimentary reef-safe sunscreen is provided.

    Yes. Add private surf photography for $500, an Iconic North Shore surf session with private luxury transportation for $750, or a professional tow-in surf experience for $2,000. The tow-in experience requires advanced ability and an in-person assessment; certain enhancements may be modified, postponed, or canceled if conditions are unsuitable.

    Surfing and stand-up paddling can trigger motion sickness symptoms. Consider taking your preferred motion sickness medication about 30 minutes before the experience.

    Meeting details

    Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience Surf Shop, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731

    Experience provided by Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience

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    $1,383.90

    Age 12+

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    2.3K reviews•Google Maps
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    The instructors here are consistently praised for being patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited about teaching surfing. Names like Fletcher, Chris, Dane, Scottie, and Haven come up repeatedly, with families especially appreciating how naturally the team works with kids of all ages. First-timers report standing up on their first attempts thanks to concise beach tutorials that translate immediately to success in the water. The vibe is professional yet fun, with instructors sharing stories and local knowledge that adds to the experience. The location at Turtle Bay offers ideal beginner conditions, and instructors adapt to wave conditions by taking groups to alternate spots when needed. Professional photography packages receive enthusiastic recommendations, with guests loving the angles and memories captured. The one notable complaint involves surfboard rentals, where availability was inconsistent and pricing seemed steep for the condition of equipment. If you're coming for lessons though, particularly as a family or first-timer, you'll find an operation that delivers exactly what it promises with genuine aloha spirit.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The check-in process was smooth and quick, though I missed his name. Dane was an excellent instructor for my daughter and tried giving my son tips though he refused a lesson 🤣 Highly recommend this surf school for its staff, location, and overall experience. Steve also helped us in the shop and was very helpful. My mom and I were able to watch and catch videos of them surfing with sea turtles riding the waves on the coast in front of them!!!!

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    Sarah Brown

    August 25, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The check-in process was smooth and quick, though I missed his name. Dane was an excellent instructor for my daughter and tried giving my son tips though he refused a lesson 🤣 Highly recommend this surf school for its staff, location, and overall experience. Steve also helped us in the shop and was very helpful. My mom and I were able to watch and catch videos of them surfing with sea turtles riding the waves on the coast in front of them!!!!

    Photo of Sarah Brown

    Sarah Brown

    August 25, 2026

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