
Learn to surf with dedicated instruction for your family or friends
2 hrs
Instructor, surfboard, rash guard
Learn to surf alongside family or friends with an instructor dedicated to your group. Build foundational skills in semi-shallow water with a gentle wave break.
Arrival & Check-In: Arrive 10 minutes early for parking, check-in, and getting ready.
Safety Briefing: Learn the basics of ocean safety and surf etiquette.
Beach Instruction: Practice paddling and popping up on the board.
In-Water Lesson: Head into the water for hands-on surf experience with your instructor.
Surf Session: Catch waves, receive personalized instruction, and enjoy the fun of surfing in Maui!
Free cancellation 48 hours or more before your lesson. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: X4CYTV
The entire experience is approximately 2 hours, including both the land lesson and the time spent getting in and out of the water.
No, our lessons are designed for beginners, and our instructors will teach you everything you need to know.
It's completely normal to feel a bit nervous before your first surf lesson. Our instructors specialize in working with beginners and will guide you every step of the way, from basic safety tips to getting comfortable in the water.
Kalama Park, S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753
Eddie stands out as an exceptional instructor who consistently gets first-timers standing on their board, often on the very first try. Reviewers rave about his ability to tailor lessons to different skill levels simultaneously, whether teaching a nervous beginner alongside an experienced snowboarder, or guiding a 65-year-old and her 30-year-old daughter in the same session. He's praised for his calming presence, patience, and ability to teach proper technique beyond just the basics, including surfing etiquette and how to progress independently. Summer handles booking and receives kudos for being responsive and accommodating, even fitting in last-minute lessons when other companies are fully booked. The location at Kalama Park and The Cove offers ideal conditions for learners with consistent, gentle waves and shallow water. Families particularly appreciate the personalized attention, noting this isn't a mass group lesson approach. Multiple reviewers return year after year, and several mention the experience created lasting memories. Professional photos are available for purchase, which many found to be a nice touch. The overall vibe is genuinely welcoming and captures that authentic Aloha spirit, making the lessons feel less like a tourist activity and more like learning from locals who truly care about your experience.
We had a wonderful experience learning to surf with Eddie. But I would be remiss if I didn’t note that his wife reached out the week prior due to the weather forecast and proactively moved our lesson up. Neither myself or my son (12) had surfed before and to be honest - I was nervous! Eddie put my fears at ease (my son had no fears!) and taught us basic steps on land and then we were off to the water to catch some waves and hopefully get up on our boards. My son took off first wave - easy up and he was a champ the entire time. Eddie even taught him how to do a 180 which he executed flawlessly. I was up on my 3rd run and with that - a surfing bug was caught and I know my son and I will definitely be back when in Maui to take more lessons. Thank you, Eddie, for the patience, lessons and helping us learn a new skill. Mahalo!
Rebecca Klies
March 19, 2026
We had a wonderful experience learning to surf with Eddie. But I would be remiss if I didn’t note that his wife reached out the week prior due to the weather forecast and proactively moved our lesson up. Neither myself or my son (12) had surfed before and to be honest - I was nervous! Eddie put my fears at ease (my son had no fears!) and taught us basic steps on land and then we were off to the water to catch some waves and hopefully get up on our boards. My son took off first wave - easy up and he was a champ the entire time. Eddie even taught him how to do a 180 which he executed flawlessly. I was up on my 3rd run and with that - a surfing bug was caught and I know my son and I will definitely be back when in Maui to take more lessons. Thank you, Eddie, for the patience, lessons and helping us learn a new skill. Mahalo!
Rebecca Klies
March 19, 2026
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