13 Group Surf Lessons in Maui to Build a Trip Around

1.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Meet Surf Shack Maui in Kihei for a two-hour beginner lesson with no more than six students. Instructors such as Mike, Ivan, Sofia, Jay, and Francisco teach safety, etiquette, paddling, and standing up. Boards, rash guards, and water booties are included, with optional surf photos afterward.

“People were great, my son's teacher was fantastic. But waves were almost non existent. Pics taken by company were really good.”

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2.Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

Spend about two hours learning to surf at Kalama Beach in Kihei. Surf Club Maui supplies the board, reef shoes, and rash guard, then coaches such as Bryan, Sarge, Epps, and Pablo help you catch beginner-friendly waves in waist to chest-deep water.

“Amazing time! First time ever! Our instructor was so good. Only 4 people in our group great help. LOVED IT”

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3.Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 235 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Meet at Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy in Lahaina, check in, gear up, and join a maximum five-person lesson near the guardrails between Puamana and Launiopoko beach parks. Instructors such as Lee, Steve, Inaldo, and Connor teach beginners in English, with boards, rash guards, and water shoes included.

“It was amazing my wife and son did because I had a bad ankle but I can’t wait to come back in 6 months so I can do it the guide was beyond helpful and supportive will definitely recommend this guys to anyone who want to do lessons for the 1st time or just wants to go surfing”

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4.2 Hour Beginner Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Learn the basics of surfing in a group of no more than five at Lahaina. Your instructor covers technique on shore, then helps you catch waves with provided boards, reef shoes, rash guards, and other gear. Ages 9 and up may join group lessons.

“Nice and helpful instructor. Mario was funny and kept our son going the whole time. He was exhausted but so happy!”

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5.Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Meet Sea Maui Surf at Kaanapali Beach for a 90-minute beginner lesson for ages 13 and up. You’ll share an instructor with no more than three other students, receive an ocean-safety briefing, and use provided boards, rash guards, and booties. Instructors such as Devin, Danny, TJ, and Joe are praised for patient coaching.

“Great instructor, good lessons, nice equipment - worth going here, my son was finally able to ride a wave”

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6.2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125

Spend two hours learning to surf with Keep It Simple Hawaii in Lahaina. Your private group works with instructors such as Mario, Mack, Austin, Luke, or Ramon, starting with a 20 to 25 minute beach lesson before heading into the water for hands-on coaching. Boards, rashguards, and water shoes are included.

“Honest company Great experience and good waves for beginners. Registering online was seamless and easy.”

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7.Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Maui Waveriders at Kalama Park for a two-hour semi-private surf lesson. After a 10 to 15 minute safety and technique briefing, you spend most of the session in the water with an instructor matched to your ability. Surf shoes and shirts are included, with wetsuits available when offered.

“The staff were friendly, competent and fully exceeded our expectations. I found them to be flexible and willing to accommodate our needs. Definitely, the place to get your lesson and/or rent your gear!”

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8.Group Surf Lesson at Ka’anapali Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet your instructor at Ka'anapali Alii Resort for a beginner surf lesson with reef shoes, rash guard, and board provided. Expect a safety and land lesson, followed by ocean practice with a coach helping you catch waves. Instructors may include Nick, Reef, Matt, Koa, or Juan.

“Our instructor, Nick, was very good and patient. The communication between what was posted on viator, and what we received was not consistent and a little confusing as to where to meet up. Instructions were sent via email from viator, but they were not exactly correct - so we texted with our instructor and it was helpful. There should be a steamlined process of exactly where to meet. Viator told us what to look for and there was none of that. It was Nick on the beach - no table, no umbrella, etc. I'm glad we were able to get in touch with him -otherwise - we would have never…”

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9.Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Ka’anapali Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet Island Style Adventures at Ka'anapali Alii Resort for a beginner lesson with a 30-minute land and safety briefing, followed by surf time at Ka'anapali Beach. The semi-private format lets instructors such as Nick, Carlos, or Christian give closer help, with boards, rash guards, shoes, parking validation, and optional photos included.

“Wonderful staff, everyone had a blast (group ages 10-16). Would recommend to anyone traveling to Maui who wants to learn how to surf!”

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10.Semi-Private Surf Lesson – 3 Students 1 Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $109

Start with ocean safety and surf practice on land, then paddle to Lahaina’s Breakwall with an instructor. The three-student format gives you room for personal coaching, while instructors such as Kahala, Fred, Tiare, and Waio have helped beginners and families find their balance.

“Jake was awesome and this was more than worth the money! Easy to park and really helpful staff, great for beginners.”

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11.Semi-Private Surf Lesson 2 Students 1 Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $129

Meet at the Maui Waveriders Lahaina shop, complete paperwork, gear up, then head to the park for safety instruction and a two-hour surf lesson. With one instructor for two students, you get plenty of coaching and repeated attempts in the water.

“5 out of 5 Star! The staff and instructors were friendly and A LOT of fun. Highly recommend for beginner lessons!”

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12.Semi Private Surf Lessons with Experienced Coaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $165

Join Maui Surfer Girls at Ukumehame Beach for a two-hour lesson built around 30 minutes of safety and pop-up practice, followed by 90 minutes in the water. Small groups, experienced coaches such as Maggie, Jedi, Andrew, and Sloane, plus boards, booties, and rash guards make this a friendly first surf.

“Had an amazing time out in the waves with Maui Surfer Girls! It was my very first time out on a surf board and I would highly recommend if you’ve been wanting to give surfing a try! Our instructor, Andrew Goldberg, was super patient with me and extremely knowledgeable. He gave great instructions and had me up on the board super quick! I felt safe the entire time which was great as I was a bit nervous when we first arrived. Andrew was so supportive and made sure we had a great experience out in the water, I highly recommend booking a lesson. It was an incredible time that I’ll…”

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13.Semi Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) Class at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $140

Meet Surf Club Maui at Kalama Beach Park for a 90-minute semi-private SUP lesson. Your instructor covers safety on land, fits you with reef shoes and a rash guard, then coaches you on the water. The group is only your family or friends, with instructors such as Turtle, Anton, or Mike.

“I absolutely loved it! First time doing SUP and the instructor was great. The whole crew was very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend!”

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