13 Group Surf Lessons in Oahu Worth Booking

1.Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 582 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $112Our pick

Meet Hans Hedemann Surf at 150 Kapahulu Ave for a two-hour Waikiki lesson led by instructors such as Niko, Sergio, Ella, or Tyson. After safety instruction and dry-land practice, you will paddle, stand, and ride beginner-friendly waves with a board, rash guard, reef shoes, and locker included.

“Great staff here. Very patient and they made sure everyone had fun and was successful. You should do this if you get a chance.”

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2.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

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

Meet Stoke Drift at Waikiki’s Ocean Patio 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 Justice, Keith, Joey, or Cole. Everyone must be able to swim, and the lesson is for ages 13 and up.

“Our surf instructor Erin was wonderful! My son, hubby and I had a blast! Caught so many waves and Erin was so fun and personable. Definitely will be back!”

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

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

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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4.Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 2 hours · from $103

Spend two hours learning to surf about a mile outside Waikiki’s crowded breaks. A 20-minute beach lesson covers equipment, safety, etiquette, paddling, and stance, followed by water time with a CPR and lifeguard-certified instructor. Groups cap at six, and instructors such as Turner, Kai, and Noah are praised for patient coaching.

“It was an amazing day!!! Our instructor was a very chill guy and good in explaining everything. We had the opportunity to hit a lot of waves thanks to him and it was a great feeling. Me and me wife would love to do It again. Aloha!”

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5.Group Surf Lesson in the Heart of Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Meet the Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience team near Twin Fin Waikiki, collect your board, booties, and rashguard, then head to Waikiki Beach for about 90 minutes of instruction. Coaches such as Mo, Happy, and Kikki teach beginners in a supportive setting, with photo packages and surf merchandise available afterward.

“What a great experience, Happy and Kikki are excellent teachers and kept the whole family safe for which we are grateful. Highly recommended...”

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6.Group Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $130

Meet Manifesting Aloha Surf School at Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon for a private beginner lesson for 2 to 4 people age 12 and up. Your instructor covers safety, paddling, and pop-ups before helping you catch waves. Boards, rash guards, water shoes, and a photo and video package are included.

“Jake very informative and explained the instructions clearly and made sure that we understood. I think he was more excited that my nephew was able to catches first wave and my nephew was🤓 Which shows how much passion he has and I love that and an instructor because they’re more about teaching 💚”

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7.Private Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95Best value

Join 808 Surf School for a two-hour private lesson on Oahu’s North Shore. Your instructor chooses the beach based on ocean conditions, then covers safety and surfing basics before helping your group catch waves. Equipment is included, and instructors such as Kaiser, Andy, Hugo, and Mike are known for patient, family-friendly coaching.

“If you’re nervous about a surfing excursion or looking for that private beech feel on Oahu, book with 808 Surf School!! Surfing was a bucket list item for my 13 year old daughter and I (Dad) tagged along. While she was admittedly better than me, our 2 hour private session flew by. We were both up on our boards many times and by the end totally comfortable on our boards. Our instructor Kaiser was so much fun. He encouraged us the whole time and gave great tips to make us more confident through the afternoon. He embodied the Aloha vibe. The beach was perfect. Not crowded like some of the…”

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8.Group Surf Lesson in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Meet Shane, Captain Neil, or another local instructor at Hilton Hawaiian Village for a 1-hour-45-minute Waikiki surf lesson. You will practice board skills, learn wave choice and surf etiquette, then paddle out with your private group. Boards, rashguards, reef shoes, and a locker are included. Ages 13 and up.

“If you think that you can't do it because of your age, don't let that stop you because the instructors are great and they help you get on the board, an unforgettable experience, a challenge and a dream come true! 🤙🏼”

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9.Group Surf Lesson: Two Hours Of Beginners Instruction

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet at Kaimana Beach Hotel for a two-hour beginner lesson with Pro Surf School Hawaii. You’ll learn surf safety, paddling, balance, and standing on land before heading into the water. Groups are capped at six, with morning and afternoon times. Instructors such as Noah, Janelle, Max, Kai, and Josh have helped first-timers catch waves.

“The instructor was great. Mist of us were able to catch our first wave on our first try! He makes sure to set you up and give you a push. He also gave pointers and tips and let us try without the push. I didn't think we'd be able to get around 6 waves each!”

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10.Exclusive Group Surfing Lesson with Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $119

Spend about two hours learning to surf at Waikiki Beach with Ohana Surf Project. You’ll get shuttle service from select Waikiki spots, a rash guard, reef shoes, board, safety briefing, and hands-on instruction. Instructor Kevin has helped nervous beginners stand up, while photos and videos are available to buy afterward.

“Great time with this experience. Training was effective and made the surfing experience awesome. Kevin was outgoing and attentive. Great surfing experience.”

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11.Surf HNL: Small-Group or Private Surfing Lesson (Ko’olina)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $169

Surf HNL teaches beginner surfing near Ko Olina with boards, rash guards, reef shoes, and leashes included. Expect basic paddling and pop-up instruction, then time in the water with a qualified, CPR-certified instructor. Private and small-group options suit families, first-timers, and anyone needing extra attention.

“All of the experience was great, however, the pictures taken only provided a few of my granddaughter, photographer focused mainly on the other couple surfing with her.”

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12.Group Surf Lessons for beginners on the North Shore of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $150

Meet Catch’a Wave at Kahalewai Place for a two-hour North Shore surf lesson built for beginners. Your instructor covers safety, surf etiquette, paddling, wave choice, and the pop-up on land before helping you ride small waves. Boards, leashes, and rash guards are provided, and private group lessons offer focused coaching.

“Connor was great! It was my first time surfing and I already managed to easily catch my first waves!”

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13.Private Group Surf Duo by Waikiki Beachboys at the Royal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $137

Meet Waikiki Beach Services at the Royal Hawaiian for a one-hour private surf lesson for exactly two people. Your instructor begins with about 10 minutes of beach instruction, then helps you practice in the water. Surfboards are included, and rash guards are available while supplies last. You must be at least 13 and able to swim.

“Such a great experience! My partner and I had never been surfing and both got up with Matt’s great instruction. Definitely a cool experience!”

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