Maui Surfing Group Lessons

Learn to surf at Kalama Beach Park with pro instructors and all gear included

4.7 stars• 80 reviews

From$97/ person

Duration

2 hours

Includes

Surfboard, Reef shoes, Rashguard

Highlights

Learn to surf at Kalama Beach Park in Kihei, Maui. This 2-hour group lesson includes gear and instruction from CPR and First Aid certified instructors.

Surf on the beaches and waters of Kalama Beach Park
Learn from CPR and First Aid certified instructors
Use provided surfboard, reef shoes, and rashguard
Join morning classes at 8:00 am or 10:00 am
Reserve your spot in advance
Add optional in-water photo package

What's Included

Surfboard
Lycra rashguard top
Reef shoes

Things to know

All participants must be confident swimmers and check in 15 minutes before start. Equipment has a maximum rider weight of 220–230 pounds; heavier surfers are recommended to take private lessons. No lessons on Sundays or public holidays.

Cancellation policy

Customers must cancel at least 24 hours in advance. Cancellation within 24 hours will not receive a refund. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

Review summary

4.7

Excellent

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Big Kahuna's instructors consistently earn praise for their patience and ability to get first-timers standing on boards quickly. Names like Sol, Pedro, Jesse, David, and Bryan come up repeatedly, with reviewers noting how they tailor instruction to each person's needs and make nervous kids feel comfortable. The Kihei location (the Cove) seems ideal for beginners with small waves and shallow water, and there's a bonus many don't expect: sea turtles swimming alongside you during lessons. The photography package gets enthusiastic mentions throughout the reviews. Photographers like Johnny, Leilani, and Rory capture those triumphant moments on the waves, and multiple families mention framing these photos as trip souvenirs. Group lessons stay small with multiple instructors dividing people up, so you're not lost in a crowd. While one older review mentions a completely missed lesson (since resolved with a refund), recent feedback consistently points to a well-organized operation where the whole crew cheers for everyone in the water and genuinely wants you to succeed.

What people are saying

Everybody was great! Pedro was a patient and amazing instructor, all of us (wife, daughter, and I all never having surfed before) were able to stand up and have fun. Johnny takes some great pictures too! (I'm sure I'm falling down here, but don't tell anyone because he made me look like a pro!)