Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach, Maui: Includes boards and rash guards

Land lesson first, then paddle out and catch your first wave

Group surf lessons at Kaanapali Beach on Maui teach beginner swimmers aged 13 and up the fundamentals of surfing in a small-group setting with one instructor per four students maximum. The lesson starts on shore with ocean safety and basic technique, then moves into the water where you'll practice standing up on the board. Boards, rash guards and booties are included. You must be comfortable swimming in the ocean on your own.

The experience

The lesson begins on the sand with your instructor covering ocean safety and the beginner steps you'll need in the water: how to position yourself on the board, how to paddle, how to read the wave. This land portion sets up everything that follows, so when you wade in with your surfboard, you already know what to do. The group stays small: no more than four students to one instructor, which means you get personal attention even though you're learning alongside others.

Once in the water, you'll practice the techniques on the board and work on standing up on your first wave. The instructors are patient and used to beginners. The equipment is current, and the beach at Kaanapali has the conditions that make learning straightforward. The whole session runs about 90 minutes, which is long enough to move from the basics to actually riding, but short enough that you're not exhausted by the end.

You need to be at least 13 years old and comfortable swimming in the ocean on your own. That's the main requirement. If you're not confident in the water or younger than 13, the school offers private or semi-private lessons instead. Bring a towel and water. The boards, rash guards and booties are all provided.

What’s included

• Surf board.
• rash guard.
• booties.
• ocean safety briefing.
• beginner-level instruction with a maximum four-to-one student-to-instructor ratio.

Information

Lasts 1h 30m, runs every day at 07:30, 09:30 and 12:00, from US$ 120.46 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 4 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 09:30 and 12:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 45 private ›

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Under 13: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sea Maui Surf

Is this one for you?The instructor teaches in English, so if you're comfortable following along in English and want to learn alongside other beginners in a small group, this lesson is built for you. If you're under 13, not confident in the water, or prefer one-on-one instruction, book a private or semi-private lesson instead.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What do I need to know about swimming ability for the group lesson?

All participants must be at least 13 years old and able to swim comfortably in the ocean on their own. If you're not confident in the water or under 13, a private or semi-private lesson is a better fit.

How many people will be in my group lesson?

Group lessons keep a maximum of four students to every one instructor, so you get personal attention without being alone.

What happens during the first part of the lesson on the beach?

The land lesson covers ocean safety and beginner-level technique (how to position yourself on the board, paddle, and read the wave) before you enter the water.

What equipment do I need to bring, and what's provided?

Surf boards, rash guards and booties are all included. Bring a towel and water. Everything else is supplied.

How long is the group lesson?

The lesson runs about 90 minutes from start to finish, including the land briefing and the time in the water.