Build confidence on Waikiki waves with instruction tailored to your skill level
Up to 2 hours
Surfboard, rashguard, reef shoes
Learn to surf with coaching adapted to your experience, from your first wave to advanced technique. Build water skills, board control, and awareness of the surfers around you.
-We’ll pick you up from one of our four convenient pickup locations in Waikiki and shuttle you to our shop located within the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa. Or you will meet directly at our shop, 20 minutes prior to your lesson start time, to get checked in for your lesson.
Once at our shop you will get checked in, geared up and will watch our safety briefing. (10-15 minutes)
From there you will be shuttled to our beach location and your lesson will begin. (up to 2 Hours)
After the lesson you’ll be taken back to our shop to view some of your footage. At our shop you will have the opportunity to purchase your footage or some merchandise. (10-15 minutes)
-After your purchases are made, we will drop you back off at one of our four pickup locations in Waikiki. Or you can leave directly from our shop!
Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before your lesson. Groups of 9 or more must cancel at least 72 hours before. No-shows and reductions in student numbers within the cancellation window are charged in full. Rescheduling 48 to 4 hours before the lesson incurs a 20% fee; rescheduled lessons are not refundable.
Product ID: 794UXU
Yes. Instructors adapt sessions to meet specific needs and recommend private lessons for personalized support.
Multi-session packages reduce the per-lesson price when you prepay for two or more lessons.
Encounters are rare; long-sleeve surf shirts and pants can provide protection if you are concerned.
Ohana Surf Center, Waikiki Beach Marriott Hotel
First-time surfers consistently rave about getting up on waves within their first 10-15 minutes, even those who were initially nervous about their ability to learn. The instructors here—names like Mark, Keikai, Kevin, Luke, and Jayden come up repeatedly—have a gift for breaking down technique into simple, actionable steps while keeping the vibe relaxed and encouraging. The photography package seems to be a popular add-on that captures those milestone moments, and the shuttle service makes logistics surprisingly easy for visitors staying in Waikiki hotels. The teaching approach works: nearly everyone reports standing on their first wave, with instructors actively watching and giving real-time corrections that help students improve throughout the lesson. A couple of reviewers felt their private lessons didn't offer enough personal attention or independence, particularly when combined with group sessions, and one noted the time in water felt shorter after accounting for safety videos and travel to the beach. That said, the overwhelming majority describe patient, supportive instruction that makes beginners feel safe while having genuine fun. The laid-back Hawaiian vibe might feel slightly disorganized at first, but most find it becomes part of the charm once you're out on the water catching waves.
Greatest surf project on the planet! I wish they were on every beach. Great admin, great staff, great instructors. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Just went back again. Thanks to Cole, Luke, Chelsea, Jayden and Kevin! You guys are the best!!
Joe Asher
August 26, 2026
Greatest surf project on the planet! I wish they were on every beach. Great admin, great staff, great instructors. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Just went back again. Thanks to Cole, Luke, Chelsea, Jayden and Kevin! You guys are the best!!
Joe Asher
August 26, 2026
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