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    Learn to Surf Waikiki with 1on1 Coaching

    Enjoy one-on-one coaching tailored to your surfing goals

    From$169/ person

    Duration

    75 mins

    Includes

    Surfboard, Leash, Surf demo

    Highlights

    Work one-on-one with a dedicated surf instructor on Waikiki Beach. Learn safety, how to paddle, stand and surf in a focused private session.

    1. Review safety tips and the guidelines of surfing
    2. Practice paddling, standing and catching waves
    3. Receive one-on-one coaching throughout the lesson
    4. Use provided surfboard and leash
    5. Meet at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue on Waikiki Beach
    6. Store valuables securely during your session

    What's Included

    1. Surf demo with safety review
    2. Surfboard and leash

    Things to know

    Ages 16 and up welcome. Arriving more than 20 minutes late may result in cancellation without refund. When booking, include the surfer's name and age in the notes section.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before your lesson for a refund. If we can't find you or you are more than 20 minutes late, your lesson may be cancelled without refund. Lessons run unless there is extreme weather such as snow, a tsunami, or a hurricane.

    Meeting location

    2301-2313 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States

    Experience provided by Sparky's Surf School
    Experience provided by Sparky's Surf School

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    Person

    $169

    Ages 16+

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    5.0 stars• 517 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    517 reviews•Google Maps

    Sparky and his team have clearly mastered the art of getting absolute beginners up and riding waves quickly. Multiple families report their kids standing up within 30 minutes of their first lesson, and the instructors seem particularly skilled at working with mixed ability groups. People consistently praise the patience and encouraging teaching style, whether you're eight years old or a nervous adult who's never been in the ocean. The vibe is friendly and calm, with instructors who seem to know everyone on Waikiki Beach and genuinely love what they do. The one-hour lessons appear to be the sweet spot for beginners, giving you enough time to find success without exhausting yourself. Several reviewers specifically mention the photography package as worthwhile for capturing the experience. If you're an intermediate surfer, the instructors can help refine your technique and show you where the best waves break in the lineup. The team handles crowded conditions well and makes sure everyone feels safe and confident in the water.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Wow! What an incredible experience! My two boys, ages 8 and 10, thoroughly enjoyed their first surfing lesson. Their instructors were encouraging, friendly and great teachers. We never thought that our boys would experience such success their first time out. Thank you!

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    Alison Bennett

    a week ago

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Wow! What an incredible experience! My two boys, ages 8 and 10, thoroughly enjoyed their first surfing lesson. Their instructors were encouraging, friendly and great teachers. We never thought that our boys would experience such success their first time out. Thank you!

    Photo of Alison Bennett

    Alison Bennett

    a week ago

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