Basic Surfing Lessons in Honolulu - 2 Hours

You have a chance to get started doing a sport you've always wanted to try!

We will guide you in an amazing, fun, and safe adventure.

Whether it is the confidence to start surfing, or all the knowledge and information to reach the next step, you will get outstanding basic surf instruction from your instructor.

We offer different kinds of Intensive Surfing Lessons from private lessons to a whole group so you can choose the way you learn best.

Our instructors are educated adventure guides who will show you an activity and lifestyle special to Oahu.

Our tour operation is uniquely branded as fun, friendly, adventurous, and educational.

Transportation to and from Waikiki hotels is available.

We provide rash guard shirts, surfboard equipment that does not rash, rubberized Surfco fin, nose guards and tail guards for a fun safe experience.

We also provide details on surf technique, safety rules, surf break etiquette instructions, and the chance to try it all with the continued guidance if the surf instructors.

FAQ's

What do we need to bring?

Just bring a towel and sunscreen.

Can you have a lesson with us?

To have a lesson with us you must know how to swim.

How many lessons does it take to really learn to surf?

Each lesson builds your abilities, theoretically, faster than if you paddled around on your own. We love to guide people with their surfing and that's what we make ourselves available to do.

What is the typical water temperature?

Approximately 78 degrees.

What is the risk of shark bites?

Incidents of sharks biting people in Hawaiian waters are very rare, occurring on average at a rate of about three or four per year. Fatal shark bites are extremely rare, especially considering the number of people in Hawaii's waters.

People who enter the water need to recognize that there are hidden dangers. A number of marine animals can cause serious injury to people, and sharks are just one example. Entering the ocean should be considered a "wilderness experience," where people are visitors in a world that belongs to the sharks.

The risk of injury caused by sharks is extremely small, but it is a risk accepted by anyone who enters the shark's world. By learning more about sharks, using common sense, and observing the following safety tips, the risk may be greatly reduced.

I am Seeking surf lessons for my kids 6 and 5, they are not great swimmers but have the basics. Would this suit them?

If the kids can swim and want to try, we take them and prepare them for going into the water with us. The young children learn very quickly, but like the adults who surf, they need some desire and courage to be out in the ocean waters. If they think surfing is cool, we think they can have a good time. If they are on the edge or at all wary about it, maybe it's better to wait a few more years.

Basic Surfing Lesson Options
1. Private - 1 instructor/1 student
2. Semi-Private - 1 instructor/3 students
3. Group - 1 instructor/5 students
4. Ride Along

Get ready for Surfing

Information that will help you get the most out of your lessons.

~ DO A FEW PUSHUPS
If you don't do any now, start with 5 or 10 tonight and do at least that or a few more if you can.

~ DO A FEW SITUPS and SUPERMANS
Surfing has quite a bit to do with balance and core strength. Start with 5 or 10 a night and you'll do just a little better during your lesson time.

~ DON'T DO IT IF IT'S WORK
We surf and take you surfing to have fun and enjoy the ocean. This is not a competition so nothing is required.

~ If you get sea sick - CONSIDER TAKING SEA-SICK MEDICATIONS
Riding on a surfboard in ocean water can be similar to riding on a boat in ocean water.

~ BRING A TOWEL AND SUNSCREEN
UV rays in Hawaii are strong. As tan as we are, even we do it.

~ THINK OF SOME QUESTIONS
We love conversing with our students and have some time during the lesson. We like to get to know you and will do our best to field your questions about surfing, Hawaii, and other cool things about the world.

Safety

~ Our instructors recertify YEARLY with the American Red Cross in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First aid.
~ Our instructors recertify every THREE YEARS with the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding and with the State of Hawaii - Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation in Surf Instructor's licensing.
~ All beginner boards have these Super-Flex fins from Surfco Hawaii.
~ We encourage our surfers to have fun but be safe in all aspects of their lives.

Note:All clients must sign a release of liability form before lesson starts.

This tour offers limited hotel pick-up and drop offs. No child rate, age or weight limits for lessons. Children basically need to know how to swim and have no fear of the ocean. Rates are in US Dollars and all taxes are included. Please reserve online or call 888-848-0733 for reservations or more information.