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The 15 Private Sessions Worldwide That Earn Their Price

96 trips  ·  from $13 a head

Good conditions and a free morning rarely line up twice. These 15 private sessions justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back in the water.

Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson - The first 20 minutes: learning on dry land
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Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

1.Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Our pick

Meet Kontraola Surf School in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour private or small-group lesson. You’ll get a 20-minute theory session, wetsuit and board, then guided practice at low tide. Instructors including Victoria, Sebastian, José, Filippo, and Nigel teach in Spanish, English, or Italian.

“Had lots of fun. The guide (Lille) was really knowledgeable and supportive and the waves were just right for beginners like us”

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Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons - Moving into Kuta’s beginner waves
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Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

2.Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 563 reviews · 1h 30m · from $13Best value

Meet 27 Surf School at Kuta Beach for a 90-minute private lesson with an English-speaking local instructor. You will practice beach safety, paddling, balance, and standing on a soft board. Coaches such as Ozzy, Alex, Ardi, and Tito are praised for patient, clear instruction.

“Great activity we had never surfed before. We done some lessons on land then went into the sea, our guides were very helpful and made the activity fun and were always patient and kind when we were struggling to do it. Really fun activity highly recommend!”

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Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai - How the Private Format Changes the Lesson
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Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

3.Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118Top rated

Meet Hawaiian Surfing Adventures in Hanalei for a private lesson in the bay. Instructors such as Nick, Luca, Patrick, and Tapu teach ocean safety, board skills, and wave timing with equipment included. Most beginners stand during this roughly 90-minute session.

“Sean was an amazing instructor! My husband and I felt confident and were surfing on the first wave! The day was perfect and we had a blast.”

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson - About an hour catching Waikiki waves
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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

4.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Meet Stoke Drift at Ocean Patio B in Waikiki for a 90-minute private surf lesson. You’ll spend 15 to 30 minutes learning safety and technique on land, then about an hour catching waves with an instructor such as Chaz, Justice, Joey, Keith, or Cole.

“My son and his girlfriend (first-time surfer) had a great experience learning to surf in their private lesson together. Most of their time was spent on the water with their instructor providing excellent on-task, individual, instruction. Both kids rode waves during their lesson. My wife and I viewed the whole thing from our Waikiki hotel room lanai, too! Highly recommend!”

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Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui - Learning to stand before searching for turtles
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Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui

5.Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $169

Paddle Turtle Town with guides Aqua or Sky on a private two-hour morning tour. Learn SUP basics, look for turtles, coral, fish, and rare monk seals, hear about Maui’s culture and geology, and receive digital photos afterward.

“Truly enjoyed the experience of paddle boarding for the first time! Beautiful scenery, spotted turtles up close, and Aqua the instructor was the best!!”

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Private Catamaran Swim sail snorkel cliff jumping SUP - Sailing through West Bermuda
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Private Catamaran Swim sail snorkel cliff jumping SUP

6.Private Catamaran Swim sail snorkel cliff jumping SUP

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews

Spend three flexible hours on a private Bermuda catamaran with Captain Mark, Alex, Georgia, or Matt and crew. Sail around West Bermuda, stop for snorkeling and swimming, try cliff jumping, use the SUP and crystal kayak, and play your own music. The boat has a restroom and space for 15.

“We had a fantastic afternoon with Captain Alex and his first mate, Georgia. They were so accommodating, and made us all feel at home on the catamaran. They gave us suggestions on how to best spend the afternoon, even though the harbRead more”

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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle - Check-in, equipment, and the short safety briefing
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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

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

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

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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Semi-private kitesurfing lessons in Tarifa (adapted to every level) - How the three-hour session is organized
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Semi-private kitesurfing lessons in Tarifa (adapted to every level)

8.Semi-private kitesurfing lessons in Tarifa (adapted to every level)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet your English-speaking instructor in central Tarifa and head to Playa de Los Lances for about three hours of level-based kitesurfing practice. Equipment, training, and safety guidance are included. Your private group gets focused support, with pickup available and a return to the meeting point.

“We had a great experience! Everyone was so helpful, and they went above and beyond our expectations.”

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Private Surf Experience - Land instruction before the water
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Private Surf Experience

9.Private Surf Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Meet Kona Town Surf Adventures near Kahaluʻu Beach Park for a 90-minute private surf lesson. Your instructor provides the board, reef shoes, and surf shirt, then coaches you in the water. Arie, Aria, Joe, Milo, Hanz, and Donovan are among the praised instructors.

“The staff and trainers were friendly and worked with all of us to catch a wave and surf. All 5 of us rookies were able to ride a wave.”

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Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina - What Happens During the 90-Minute Lesson
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Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina

10.Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Meet Rivers to the Sea near Lahaina for a 90-minute semi-private lesson limited to two people. Instructors such as Sharky, Tanner, Eric, Kane, and Jess teach beginners on soft-top boards, with rash guards and reef shoes included. Expect a land lesson, ocean practice, and plenty of one-on-one help.

“Great experiences? Friendly and knowledgeable person, my family had a great time, I recommend it. My family would do it again when we come back.”

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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki - The shop lesson that keeps you safer
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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

11.Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Meet at Moku Hawaii on Koa Avenue for a 90-minute private Waikiki surf lesson. Max or Wil starts with safety, board position, paddling, and standing practice, then walks with you to the beach. Boards, wax, and sunscreen are included.

“Surfing lessons were lots of fun! Instructor did a great job walking through the process and getting us standing on the boards:) We paid extra to have the lessons videotaped, and it was definitely worth the extra expense.”

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Private Surfing Lesson - Coaching names and the kind of help you can expect
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Private Surfing Lesson

12.Private Surfing Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $138

Learn to surf at Newquay’s Fistral Beach with a private two-hour lesson tailored to your level. Coaches work with beginners, children age five and up, and improving surfers. Boards, wetsuits, changing rooms, and hot showers are provided, with optional equipment hire after class.

“Brilliant week of surfing lessons. Super instructors, great atmosphere and progress in surfing really clear. Thank you so much!”

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Private Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas - What the two-hour lesson includes
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Private Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas

13.Private Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $133

Meet your private Tenerife Surf Point instructor at Playa de las Américas for a two-hour lesson covering surf theory, water practice, and photo analysis. English, Spanish, Russian, and Latvian instruction is available, with a board, wetsuit, and reef booties included.

“The instructor was very fun and very funny he was a very good teacher and i learned quickly and had a great time”

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2 Hour Semi-Private Surf Lesson - Key points to know before you book
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2 Hour Semi-Private Surf Lesson

14.2 Hour Semi-Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Jack’s Surf Lessons and Board Rentals for a 2-hour lesson with a surfboard and instructor included. You’ll practice the basics in a small-group setting, with local tips and guidance from instructors such as Kevin. A wetsuit is not included and may be needed through mid to late April.

“My 13 yo son went with a friend. He loved the whole experience. The two girls giving the lessons where amazing.”

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Half-Day Private SUP along Soca River - Why Private Guiding Changes the Experience
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Half-Day Private SUP along Soca River

15.Half-Day Private SUP along Soca River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $82

Meet Bovec-SUP in central Bovec for a private half-day outing on the Soča. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, learn SUP basics, paddle through quiet gorges, try simple board tricks, and enjoy snacks. Boards, paddles, wetsuits, and life vests are included.

“The SUP Tour on the Soča was simply awesome! From start to finish, everything was totally straightforward – from booking to returning the equipment. You immediately notice that there are real professionals at work here who know what they are doing without losing sight of the fun. The team was super cool, warm and absolutely helpful. Even at the welcome it was clear: Here, the focus is on people, not mass handling, but real passion for sport and nature. Everyone took their time, all questions were resolved relaxed and you just felt in good hands. The tour itself was pure deceleration. Gliding on the turquoise waters, surrounded by the breathtaking…”

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