Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
A land lesson comes before you touch the board.
A semi-private surf lesson on Maui's Ka'anapali Beach pairs a 30-minute safety and technique session on shore with 90 minutes in the water, with a live guide, rash guard, water shoes and surfboard included. Check in 30 minutes early. The lesson works for couples, families and friends who want their own group, and is recommended for children ages 6 to 10. A staff photographer documents the session. Photos are optional to purchase afterward.
What’s included
- Rash guard and water shoes.
- surfboard.
- parking validation for up to 3 hours.
- live guide in English.
- staff photographer documenting the lesson.
- Every day 07:00 08:30 10:30
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Learn to surf at Ka'anapali Beach on Maui with a live guide, rash guard and board included.
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The experience
The lesson starts on the sand. You'll spend 30 minutes learning the fundamentals (how to paddle, how to pop up, how to read the water) before entering Ka'anapali's gentle, consistent waves. This land session covers the safety rules and the mechanics that make the difference between flailing and actually standing up. Then you're in the water for an hour and a half with your guide, working through what you learned while the photographer moves between you and the waves, capturing the moments you'll want to remember.
Semi-private means your group stays separate from the larger classes. That works well for couples learning together, for families with kids, or for friends who'd rather not be mixed with strangers. It's especially useful if you're bringing children between 6 and 10. The lesson is designed with that age in mind, and your guide can adjust the pace to match your group's speed. Everyone gets their own board, rash guard and water shoes. Parking validation covers up to three hours, so you're not watching the meter while you're learning.
The photographer is there the whole time, and you can buy prints at the end if you want proof that you actually stood up. Moderate fitness helps (paddling and popping up take some strength), but the guide will work with where you're starting from.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 18).
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's the difference between semi-private and the regular group lessons?
Semi-private lessons keep your group separate from larger classes, which means the guide focuses on your pace and your needs instead of managing a crowd. It's the better choice if you want more attention or if you're bringing young children who need a slower introduction to the water.
Do I need to know how to swim to take a surf lesson?
The lesson doesn't require prior swimming ability, but moderate physical fitness helps because paddling and popping up on the board demand some strength. The guide will work with your fitness level and the water at Ka'anapali is generally calm and forgiving for beginners.
What happens with the photos the photographer takes?
A staff photographer documents your entire lesson, and you can purchase prints at the end if you'd like them. The photos are optional, so there's no pressure to buy.
Is parking included, and how long can I stay?
Parking validation is included for up to three hours, which covers your check-in time, the lesson and a little buffer afterward without worrying about additional parking fees.
What should I bring, and what does the lesson provide?
The lesson includes a rash guard, water shoes and a surfboard. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a change of clothes. Arrive 30 minutes before your lesson start time for check-in.
Operated by Island Style Adventures - Maui Surf School Kaanapali. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
1h 30m · EN
from US$ 175 per person
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