8 Family Surf Lessons in Oahu Worth Booking

1.Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Meet at Ohana Surf Project near the Waikiki Beach Marriott, gear up, and ride a shuttle to the beach for a two-hour lesson. Instructors such as Luke, Jayden, Jake, and Tyler work with beginners, families, and mixed-skill groups. Boards, rash guards, reef shoes, and Waikiki transport are included.

“Friendly and experienced coach. We were able to stand up for the first time. One coach takes care of one family, it’s very professional”

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2.Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $118

Meet Ohana Surf Project at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, ride a complimentary shuttle to the beach, and spend about two hours learning with a professional instructor. Boards, paddles, rashguards, reef shoes, storage, and safety instruction are included. Photos and videos cost extra.

“This was an awesome experience! From communication before the event to the photos after, it was very smooth. Our Instructor, Mark, was the best! He was very attentive and wanted my husband and I to catch as many waves as possible during the 2 hours. If we got a little tired from paddling, he would help pull us out to the surf for the next wave. This day was definitely a highlight of our trip!”

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3.Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · from $111

Meet at Ohana Surf Center near the Waikiki Beach Marriott, gear up with a board, rash guard, and reef shoes, then ride the shuttle to the beach. Instructors such as Romeo, Roland, Kevin, and Jayden work with families and first-timers, including children who can swim and paddle their own boards.

“This experience was one of our favorites from our trip! Our instructor was chill and helpful and we felt at ease the whole time. Something we’ll remember forever!”

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4.Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Ohana Surf Project near Waikiki Beach Marriott, watch a short safety lesson, gear up, and ride to the beach. Groups are limited to four per instructor, with boards, rash guards, fins, and reef shoes supplied. Expect beginner-friendly coaching and plenty of time in the water.

“It was my very first experience of surfing. The coaches were super nice and supportive for everything you might need in the sea! Definitely will come back for my next lesson.”

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5.Kids Surfing Lesson in Waikiki Beach (up to 12)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 2 hours · from $204

Bring children ages 4 to 12 to Surfer Girl Academy for a private two-hour Waikiki lesson. Instructors teach beach safety, then coach each child in the ocean, with tandem surfing available for nervous beginners. Boards, rash guards, reef shoes, and a souvenir sticker are included.

“Everyone was so friendly and kind. They were engaging with my daughter and their focus the entire time was on her. My daughter got really bad sea sickness and threw up a few times and had to end early. Despite this she enjoyed her time because her teacher was so kind and patient with her.”

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6.Surf Lessons on the North Shore Great for Families and all Ages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165

Meet Sea and Board Sports Hawaii in Haleiwa for a beginner surf lesson with a longboard, rashguard, beach coaching, and in-water help. James, Evan, Kane, and the instructor team work with families, first-timers, and newer surfers, with morning or afternoon times and private or small-group options.

“James, Evan and Kane did a great job with our children and grandchildren. They all had a good time, and the instructors were patient and kind…”

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7.Private Kids Surfing Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $175

Shane, a local Waikiki surfer, leads a 1-hour-45-minute private lesson for kids and families. Your child can share a board with an instructor, use a life jacket, or request snorkeling gear to look for fish and turtles. Surfing equipment, snacks, and water are included.

“Shane and team were excellent with my two children 9 & 13. Got them out on the waves quickly and gave great instructions and guidance - could not recommend highly enough”

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8.Family Stand Up Paddle Lesson with Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $57Best value

Meet the yellow Surf School Bus or white Ohana shuttle in Waikiki, ride to the Ohana Surf Center, then head to the beach for a family SUP lesson. Instructors adapt the session for ages and ability levels, with tandem boards available for young or nervous children.

“My daughters and I recently took SUP lessons with Ohana Surf Project. They were well organized, friendly and efficient. Our instructors were fun and very helpful. We had so much fun and would highly recommend trying this.”

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