15 Family Surf Lessons Tours to Build a Trip Around

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.Private Family Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $78

Learn to surf with your family in Arona during a private two-hour lesson led by licensed instructors. Beatrice and Marta teach beginners patiently, provide boards and gear, push or steady you in the waves when needed, and finish with a hot shower.

“Great expletive! Our instructors Beatrice and Marta were amazing and gave the children a fab morning for their first time surfing.”

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7.Private Family / Small-Group Surf Lesson (max. 4) in Newquay.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join Escape Surf School in Newquay for a private two-hour surf lesson for up to four people. Children aged eight and older can take part if they can swim 50 metres. Your coach covers safety and technique on the beach, then gives hands-on help in the water at Towan or Newquay Beach.

“Booked a two hour private lesson for myself and my son. We had Jack as our instructor and he was very good. Friendly, good natured, patient and encouraging. Having spent the past 35 years as a professional sports coach, I know good teaching and coaching. Jack and his colleagues have very well structured lessons and excellent coaching skills. I saw them working with pupils of all ages and abilities and they certainly know how to pitch the lesson and improve people. They got me standing and surfing, so they must be good!”

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8.Kids and Family Surfing Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 29 reviews · 3.5 - 4.5 hours · from $64

You and your children learn surfing in shallow water with OTRO MODO coaches such as Andy or Derek. Expect a beach safety briefing, land practice, soft boards, wetsuits, and patient help catching gentle waves. Groups are limited to eight, with child-focused support for younger surfers.

“Andy hatte alle Hände voll zu tun, da der Kurs mit zwei spanischen und zwei deutschen (unseren) Kindern gefüllt war, es sprachlich allen verständlich zu erklären. Aber er hat er sehr gut hinbekommen. Die Wellen waren richtig groß an diesem Tag. Kinder waren zufrieden, schöne Aktivität.”

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9.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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10.Children’s School Holiday Surf Session (8-13 year olds)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $61

For children aged 8 to 13, Escape Surf School offers a 2-hour lesson on Towan Beach, with boards, wetsuits, changing rooms, hot showers, snacks, and individual coaching. Tide times set the start time, and groups are capped at six children.

“A fabulous experience for my 12 year old son. Jack the instructor was kind, encouraging and patient with the kids, and my son was soon standing up on the board. He absolutely loved it! The beach itself where the lessons are held had more gentle waves suitable for beginners and intermediates. It all went very well.”

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11.Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 13)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $50

Give your 6 to 12-year-old a safe first taste of surfing at The Spit with Get Wet Surf School. Coaches Beau and Billy have helped young beginners stand on a wave, using shallow water, small groups, supplied equipment, and plenty of personal attention.

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12.The Surftrip: A 2.5-hour morning surf session for beginners, intermediate surfers, and families.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4 hours · from $82

Meet Sebastian and the Volcanosurf team at POCO LOCO in Lanzarote, then ride 20 minutes to the surf zone for a 2.5-hour lesson. You get theory, warm-up exercises, board and wetsuit hire, and patient coaching for your first take-off or sharper turns.

“Seb was a fantastic instructor who made the trip fantastic from start to finish, the whole experience was incredible”

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13.Scheveningen Beach: 1,5 hour Surf experience for families

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47

Meet Aloha Surf at Scheveningen Beach for a 90-minute lesson with certified instructors. You’ll learn surf safety, practice the basics, and try standing on a board in waves suited to children and adults. Lessons are offered in Dutch, English, German, or Spanish when available.

“Vriendelijk ontvangst, zeer vriendelijke en geduldige jongeman die de kinderen een goede en duidelijke uitleg gaf hoe te handelen.”

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14.Learn to Surf or Watch – Private Lesson for Beginners & Kids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36Best value

Meet your bilingual instructor near Ensenada’s cruise port or hotel, ride 15 minutes to Playa Hermosa Surf Shop, fit a wetsuit, and practice in shallow water for 90 minutes. Private instruction suits first-time surfers and kids, while non-surfers can join as beachside Ride-Alongs.

“The nicest people! The instruction was so good and our driver was fantastic and recommended the best tacos after we were done. Highly recommend! Wonderful experience all around!”

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15.Family Surf Lessons in Kihei at Kalama Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $172

Join Surf Yoga Maui for a two-hour family surf lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei. Your group gets its own instructor, boards, reef shoes, and rash guards. Summer and Eddie lead lessons in English, with gentle waves, shallow water, parking, showers, restrooms, and nearby cafes.

“The entire experience was fantastic. Summer made sure to check in and check out experience levels ahead of time to curate a great day. Eddie was phenomenal as our instructor, making sure to tend to each of us and provide great tips for instruction. His outlook, personality, and spirit were beautiful! Highly recommended this experience!”

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