2-hour semi-private surf lesson with 2–3 students per instructor
2 Hours
2 to 3 people
Learn to surf in Kona with a semi-private lesson designed for couples, friends, and kids. You’ll get personalized coaching in a small group while you build skills at your own pace.
Bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Cash gratuity is optional.
Cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours before the start of your lesson for a refund. Cancellations or changes within 48 hours are non-refundable. Same-day cancellations or no-shows incur the full charge.
Bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Cash gratuity is optional.
Parking is available just south of the surf shop at Kahaluu Beach Park for an extra charge; clarify the current amount with Greetwell before booking. You may also find free parking along the guardrail across the street, but it can fill up quickly during busy seasons.
Steve, Eli, Ben, and Chris have built something genuinely special here. The instructors show up with patience, good energy, and real technique, breaking down surfing in a way that gets beginners on waves fast. Steve in particular comes up again and again in reviews, praised for his timing, encouragement, and ability to read the water for his students. Beyond lessons, the shop rents surf and snorkel gear at fair prices, and the location right across from the bay makes the whole thing incredibly convenient. Staff go out of their way to share local knowledge, like which spots to visit or when conditions are better, which reflects the kind of Aloha spirit that actually means something here. Ben, the owner, personally stepped in after hours for one guest to make things right, which says a lot about the culture he's built.
Eli & Steve were so awesome! Four early twenty-somethings had a semi private lesson and it was awesome. They made it so fun and enjoyable. New core memory!
Adrienne Smith
May 21, 2026
Eli & Steve were so awesome! Four early twenty-somethings had a semi private lesson and it was awesome. They made it so fun and enjoyable. New core memory!
Adrienne Smith
May 21, 2026