Family Surf Lessons: 15 to Book With Kids

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

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

Meet the Ohana Surf Project at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, gear up, learn safety and board skills, then ride gentle Waikiki waves with an instructor. Family, private, and group formats are available, with coaching from staff such as Luke, Jayden, Jake, and Tyler. Equipment, rash guard, reef shoes, and Waikiki shuttle service are included.

“Everyone had a great time. All the instructors were fantastic. Very well organized. Definable would recommend to others.”

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

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

Ride the Ohana Surf Project shuttle from Waikiki to a two-hour beach lesson built around your ability. You will receive a rashguard, reef shoes, board, paddle, safety briefing, and hands-on coaching. Instructors such as Mark, Kai, Kevin, and Marcus are praised for calm, encouraging instruction. Photos and videos cost extra.

“I had an amazing time. My instructor was extremely nice and patient with me. I would definitely recommend this activity with this company. They are the best.”

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3.Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

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

Meet at the Ohana Surf Center near Waikiki Beach Marriott, gear up with a surfboard, reef shoes, and rash guard, then ride the shuttle to the beach. Your instructor adjusts the lesson to your group, swimming ability, and concerns. Families with children 12 and under must include a parent, and private lessons may suit nonswimmers.

“Our family of 4 had a wonderful time learning to surf. This team worked hard to help our kids and make sure it was a positive experience. Our girls (11 and 9) were so proud of their accomplishments, that we had to buy the photo and video package. We booked the 2 hour touRead more”

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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 the Waikiki Beach Marriott, collect your rash guard, board, reef shoes, and fins, then ride a shuttle to the beach. Your instructor works with no more than four students, using a safety briefing and hands-on coaching. The experience is marketed for bodyboarding and surfing, so confirm the exact lesson format when booking.

“Everyone was supper awesome and supportive! Over all a supper great first experience surfing!! Would definitely recommend to anyone that’s looking for a really great first time experience with surfing!”

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

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

At Surfer Girl Academy in Waikiki, children ages 4 to 12 get a two-hour private surf lesson with patient English- or Japanese-speaking instructors. The session includes beach safety, board practice, more than an hour in the ocean, and tandem rides for nervous beginners. Boards, leashes, reef shoes, rash guards, and an original 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 as a private family in Arona with Surf Life Tenerife. Your instructor meets you at the beach, gives a warm-up and beach lesson, then enters the water to help with each wave. Boards and equipment are included, as are Costa Adeje transfers and a quick shower afterward.

“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.)

You and up to three companions learn at Escape Surf School in Newquay, with a private coach, board, wetsuit, and about 20 minutes of beach instruction before heading into the water. Children from age 8 can join if they swim 50 metres. Expect beginner coaching, or work on paddling, turning, and wave reading if you already surf.

“We had a family surfing lesson with Mike. It was absolutely brilliant. 2 of us had never surfed before and my son had only done one lesson before.”

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8.Kids and Family Surfing Lesson

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

Take a 3.5 to 4.5-hour family surf lesson on one of Fuerteventura’s white sandy beaches. Coaches such as Andy and Derek teach children and adults the basics in shallow water, using soft boards, wetsuits, and helmets for children under 12. Beach choice changes with conditions, and hotel pickup is available for €8.

“Hat sich gelohnt, leider war die mit surfende 4-Köpfige Familie oftmals im Weg, sodass man dadurch oft behindert wurde.”

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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-friendly North Shore surf lesson lasting about 90 minutes. Your instructor covers surf etiquette, timing, paddling, standing, and water safety, then helps you catch a wave. A longboard and rashguard are included, with private, semi-private, and small-group options available.

“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

Give children ages 8 to 13 a two-hour introduction to surfing at Towan Beach with Escape Surf School. Instructors such as Jack, Lucy, and Phoebe focus on confidence, ocean awareness, and catching waves. Boards, wetsuits, changing rooms, hot showers, snacks, and drinks are included, with groups capped at six children.

“Kids loved their lessons. Only four in their session and it was for 2 hrs so really good value for money. Well located right next to the beach and great changing and shower facilities too. We ate at belushis afterwards which was also lovely. Loved the professional pics we got too”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $50

Take your 6 to 12-year-old to The Spit for a two-hour beginner surf lesson in shallow water. With no more than four children per instructor, the class covers safety, basic technique, and supported wave riding. Equipment, parking, showers, storage, and photos are included, with coaches such as Beau and Billy helping make the morning fun.

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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 Seb and the Volcanosurf team at Poco Loco beside Las Cucharas beach. After a short ride, you get 2.5 hours of surf theory, warm-up drills, and guided practice with a board and wetsuit included. The session suits swimmers aged 7 and up, from first-timers to surfers working on turns and wave-catching.

“My son Joe had a fabulous surf lesson with Seb. It was his first time surfing and he loved it. Seb is a great teacher, very enthusiastic, professional and good fun. We would highly recommend him.”

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

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

Meet the Aloha Surf team at Scheveningen Beach for a 1.5-hour family lesson in Dutch, English, German, or Spanish. You’ll learn water safety, handle a surfboard, and practice standing and steering in waves suited to beginners. Gear and certified instruction are included, but bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a towel.

“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

Get picked up at Ensenada port, hotel, Airbnb, or another address for a private beginner surf lesson at Playa Hermosa. You’ll fit a wetsuit in a private changing room, warm up, and practice for 90 minutes in the shallow break with a bilingual instructor. Non-surfers and children under 5 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

Meet Surf Yoga Maui at Kalama Park for a two-hour morning surf lesson with your family or group of up to 15. Your semi-private instructor provides boards, reef shoes, and rash guards, then helps you work with Kihei’s gentle break. Eddie and Summer lead lessons Monday through Saturday in English.

“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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