Family Surf Lessons: 6 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.Scheveningen Beach: 1,5 hour Surf experience for families

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

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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