The 9 Best Private Surf Lessons in Maui

1.Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina

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

Meet Rivers to the Sea near Lahaina for a 90-minute semi-private surf lesson built for two people. You’ll get a soft-top board, reef shoes, SPF-50 rash guard, and one-on-one coaching from instructors such as Sharky, Tanner, Eric, Kane, or Jess. It suits first-timers, children age seven and up, and cautious swimmers who want patient guidance.

“Great experience! Can't get an experience like that in Ohio! Our teacher was very kind and patient!!!”

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2.2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $145

Share a two-hour Lahaina surf lesson with one friend, partner, sibling, or child. Your instructor begins with a 20 to 25 minute land lesson, then helps you paddle, catch waves, and stand up. Surfboards, water shoes, and rashguards are included. Instructors include Mario, Austin, Luke, Ramon, and Mack.

“The whole surfing experience was awesome. I didn’t expect to get the hang of it in one session but it’s easier than you think. The key to surfing is literally to go with the flow and not over think. That was something our surf teacher Mario explained he was really great, patient and helpful. We got some really cool pictures of the session by the photographer Fisher. 10/10 would definitely recommend. Mahalo”

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

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

Meet Maui Waveriders at Kalama Park in Kihei for a two-hour semi-private surf lesson. You’ll learn ocean safety and board basics on land, then spend most of the session in the water with an instructor such as Keppa, Jade, Ben, or Wave Daddy. Surf shoes and shirts are included, with wetsuits available when offered.

“First time surfing and our instructor Noah was great! Would highly recommend and definitely would do it again.”

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4.Private Surf Lesson for Group of 3-5 Near Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Meet Rivers To The Sea near Lahaina for a private 90-minute surf lesson with your own instructor and party of up to five. Beginners and intermediate surfers receive soft-top boards, reef shoes, SPF-50 rash guards, and safety coaching. Instructors such as Kain, Eric, Kody, and Sharky are praised for patient help with children and first-timers.

“Wonderful teachers, caught soo many waves. Couldn’t have asked for better conditions. Everything was provided!”

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5.2 Hour Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $205

Spend two focused hours learning to surf in Lahaina with a private instructor from Keep It Simple Hawaii. You’ll cover safety, paddling, and the pop-up on land, then practice in the water with hands-on help. Instructors such as Mack, Mario, Austin, and Ramon are praised for patient coaching, and equipment and a rash guard are provided.

“Best instructors for surfing in Maui! Austin is one of the instructors and he provides the best information and tips about surfing that makes you catch waves at your first try on your own. They also provide photos of you surfing which is great to keep for your memories. Highly recommended.”

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

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

Meet at the Kaanapali Alii Resort for a beginner-friendly surf lesson with a 30-minute land and safety briefing, followed by board time in the water. Instructors such as Nick, Carlos, Christian, Andy, and Peter have helped families of different ages catch waves. Rash guards, water shoes, boards, and parking validation are included.

“The beach was had a lot more coral and was very shallow compared to the Kihei beaches which meant more coral injuries from falling off the board. It was also hard to paddle back over the waves. Both my kids were frustrated that there wasn’t more instruction out there. We did the semi private lesson. Their instructor was late on timing to tell them to paddle and then he would just yell for them to fight for the wave. There was no tips on technique or what they could do better. This was very expensive for an hour and a half while most places do 2 hours. Wouldn’t recommend.”

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

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

Start with ocean safety and surf technique on land, then walk to Lahaina’s Breakwall for hands-on practice. The lesson suits beginners and intermediate surfers, with instructors such as Kahala, Jake, Tiare, Trinity, Waio, and Waiola noted for patient coaching. Bring a swim shirt for sun and board-rub protection.

“The staff at check in was great. Good experience. Our instructor was a bit odd - but we have stories for a lifetime!”

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8.Semi-Private Surf Lesson 2 Students 1 Instructor

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

Meet Maui Waveriders Lahaina for paperwork and gear, then head to the park for safety instruction and water practice. With one instructor for two students, you get far more board time than in a large class. Guides such as Josh, Kyle, Star, and Ren 10 have earned praise for patient, upbeat teaching.

“We enjoyed surfing so much! Star was great! We really enjoyed spending time with her. I highly recommend Maui Wave Riders!!”

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9.Semi Private Surf Lessons with Experienced Coaches

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

Spend two hours learning to surf with Maui Surfer Girls at Ukumehame Beach Park. Your coach covers safety, ocean awareness, etiquette, and the pop-up on land, then gives you 90 minutes in the water. Groups have 2 to 6 people, with no more than three students per instructor. Ages 11 and up must know how to swim.

“Amazing 2 days of lessons for myself and 2 kids (ages 8 and 11). All the instructors (Natalie, Andrew, Jedi) were awesome and both days of lessons were perfect. Special shout out to Jedi for really engaging my 8 yo son, they even had a dance contest at the end! So fun.”

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