Surf Lessons in Oahu at a glance
- Our pick: Waikiki Surfing Lesson: Learn to Ride Waves in 2 Hours, US$ 112 per person (2h, 4.73★ · 623).
- Top rated: Surf Lesson Oahu: Small Group with GoPro Videos, US$ 125 per person (1h 30m, 5.00★ · 223).
- Best value: Waikiki: Surf Lessons with Local Firefighters on Waikiki Beach, US$ 87 per person (1h, 4.96★ · 327).
Price per person across the 22 options priced per person: US$ 77–US$ 200 (median US$ 123). With 100+ reviews: 14 of 22.
Of the 22 options: 20 with live guides in English, 22 with free cancellation, 21 with instant confirmation, 4 with hotel pickup, 14 kid-friendly, 9 private and 19 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Surf Lessons in Oahu
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22 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Waikiki Surfing Lesson: Learn to Ride Waves in 2 Hours Group surfing lesson on Waikiki Beach with certified instructor, surfboard and rash guard included. Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00 · Ages 14–65 ★ 4.73 (623 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · JA ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 112 per person
Surfing Lessons on Waikiki Beach: Learn to Ride Learn to surf on Waikiki Beach with a professional instructor in a 90-minute lesson that covers water safety. Every day · 08:30, 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30 · From age 13 ★ 4.68 (354 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · JA · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 129 per person
Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson: Learn to Surf, Guaranteed Private group surf lesson in Waikiki with rashguard, board and leash included: 15–30 minutes of technique on sand. Every day · 08:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 15:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.89 (314 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 123 per person
Waikiki: Surf Lessons with Local Firefighters on Waikiki Beach Feel the thrill of surfing Waikiki’s waves with off-duty Hawaiian firefighters, real locals who share safety tips, stories, and laughs. Includes surfboard & expert coaching. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 · From age 7 ★ 4.96 (327 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 87 per person
Surf Lesson Oahu: Small Group with GoPro Videos Learn to surf on Oahu's quieter breaks in a small group of two with a live guide, surfboards and rash guards included: all your waves captured on GoPro and sent to you edited. Every day · 07:00, 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00 · From age 10 ★ 5.00 (223 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · JA ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 125 per person
Surf Lessons in Waikiki: Learn with Professional Instructors Surf lessons in Waikiki with professional instructors, gear and shuttle included: learn to ride in two hours with a guide trained in safety and lifeguard protocols. Every day · 09:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00 and 16:00 · Pickup available ★ 4.98 (287 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · KO · JA ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 105 per person
Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki: One-on-One Instruction Learn to surf one-on-one in Waikiki with a dedicated instructor who tailors the lesson to your skill level and pace. Land training. Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 16:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.93 (221 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 96 per person
Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach: One-on-One Instruction Private surf lesson at Waikiki Beach with certified instructor and one-on-one teaching: learn to paddle and catch waves in 90 minutes, all skill levels welcome from age 4. Every day · 7 start times, 08:30 to 14:30 · From age 4 ★ 4.75 (115 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · JA · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 179 per person
Oahu North Shore: Surf Lessons with Pro Lifeguard & Dogs Mon–Fri · 08:00, 10:30 and 13:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.97 (287 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Group Surf Lesson in Waikiki: Jamie O'Brien School Learn to surf in Waikiki with Jamie O'Brien School of Surf. 90-minute group lesson with professional instruction, board and gear included for beginners. Every day · 11:15 and 12:30 · From age 14 ★ 4.94 (131 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 126 per person
Oahu North Shore: Surf lesson in Haleiwa with local guide Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.90 (115 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 200 per person
North Shore Oahu Surf Lesson: Learn in Surfing Birthplace Two-hour group surf lesson on Oahu's North Shore with board, rash guard and instruction from locally-owned school. See sea turtles between waves. Every day · 08:30, 11:00 and 14:00 · From age 3 ★ 5.00 (52 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · JA ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 130 per person
Waikiki: Semi Private Surf Lesson with Local Instructors Feel the Waikiki waves with a 1.5-hour semi private surf lesson, hands-on guidance, and all gear included. Perfect for friends or families: includes rash guard & surfboard. Every day · 08:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 · Season until 20 Nov · From age 13 ★ 5.00 (80 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 96 per person
Oahu: Semi Private Surfing Lesson for Beginners & Friends Feel the rush of your first wave in Oahu’s protected cove with a semi private surfing lesson, small group size, hands-on instructor, and all gear included. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 ★ 4.96 (74 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 200 per person
North Shore Surfing Lessons Oahu: Learn to Ride Waves North Shore surfing lessons on Oahu teach paddling and standing up on the beach, then you'll spend 1.5 hours in the water with an instructor using. Every day · Every 1 h 30 min, 07:00 to 19:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.59 (71 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
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Oahu: Standup Paddle & Surf Lessons with Waikiki Pickup Standup paddle and surf lessons in Waikiki with professional instructors and equipment included. Small groups or private sessions available. All fitness levels welcome. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 · Pickup available ★ 4.92 (144 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · KO · JA · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 116 per person
Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson Hawaii: Guaranteed Wave Catch One hour of 1-on-1 surf instruction in Hawaii with a certified instructor, board and gear included. You're guaranteed to catch a wave, and photos and videos ship the same day. Every day · 07:00, 08:30 and 10:00 · From age 4 ★ 5.00 (120 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki: Group, Family & Private Two-hour group bodyboard lesson in Waikiki with instructor, board, fins and rashguard included. Shuttle pickup from Waikiki hotels. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 · Pickup available ★ 4.96 (105 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · KO · JA · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 116 per person
Group Surf Lesson Hawaii: Guaranteed Wave Catch Group surf lesson in Hawaii for ages 12+ with certified instructor, board and gear included. You're guaranteed to catch a wave. Every day · 07:00, 08:30 and 10:00 · From age 12 ★ 5.00 (73 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 130 per person
North Shore Surf Lessons for Beginners on Oahu Learn to surf on Oahu's North Shore with a professional instructor who teaches fundamentals. Mon–Sat · 08:00, 11:00 and 13:30 ★ 4.96 (27 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 157 per person
Beginner Surf Lesson North Shore Haleiwa: Guaranteed to stand up Learn to surf at Puaena Point Beach Park on Oahu's North Shore with a full-time professional instructor, guaranteed to ride waves on your first day. Every day · 08:00, 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00 · From age 4 ★ 5.00 (21 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 150 per person
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From US$ 77 per person
Surf Lessons in Hawaii: Paddle-Assisted, 5 Minutes from Waikiki Learn to surf in Hawaii with paddle-assisted boards and expert instruction, just 5 minutes from Waikiki crowds. All equipment provided. Children from age 6 welcome. Next departure: 26 Feb 2027 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 77 per person
The top 12 of 22 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waikiki Surfing Lesson: Learn to Ride Waves in 2 HoursOur pick | US$ 112 per person | 2h | 4.73★ · 623 | Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00 | English, Japanese |
| Surf Lesson Oahu: Small Group with GoPro VideosTop ratedGroup of up to 5 | US$ 125 per person | 1h 30m | 5.00★ · 223 | Every day · 07:00, 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00 | English, Japanese |
| Waikiki: Surf Lessons with Local Firefighters on Waikiki BeachBest valuePrivate | US$ 87 per person | 1h | 4.96★ · 327 | Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 | English |
| Surfing Lessons on Waikiki Beach: Learn to RideGroup of up to 5 | US$ 129 per person | 1h 30m | 4.68★ · 354 | Every day · 08:30, 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30 | English, Spanish, Japanese |
| Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson: Learn to Surf, GuaranteedPrivate | US$ 123 per person | 1h 30m | 4.89★ · 314 | Every day · 08:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Surf Lessons in Waikiki: Learn with Professional InstructorsPickup offered | US$ 105 per person | 2h | 4.98★ · 287 | Every day · 09:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00 and 16:00 | English, Japanese, Korean |
| Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki: One-on-One InstructionPrivate | US$ 96 per person | 1h 30m | 4.93★ · 221 | Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 16:00 | English, Spanish |
| Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach: One-on-One InstructionPrivate | US$ 179 per person | 1h 30m | 4.75★ · 115 | Every day · 7 start times, 08:30 to 14:30 | English, Spanish, Japanese |
| Oahu North Shore: Surf Lessons with Pro Lifeguard & Dogs | US$ 95 per person | 1h 30m | 4.97★ · 287 | Mon–Fri · 08:00, 10:30 and 13:00 | English |
| Group Surf Lesson in Waikiki: Jamie O'Brien SchoolGroup of up to 4 | US$ 126 per person | 1h 30m | 4.94★ · 131 | Every day · 11:15 and 12:30 | English |
| Oahu North Shore: Surf lesson in Haleiwa with local guideGroup of up to 10 | US$ 200 per person | 2h | 4.90★ · 115 | Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 | English |
| North Shore Oahu Surf Lesson: Learn in Surfing BirthplaceGroup of up to 10 | US$ 130 per person | 2h | 5.00★ · 52 | Every day · 08:30, 11:00 and 14:00 | English, Japanese |
By what you need
- Private (9): Waikiki: Surf Lessons with Local Firefighters on Waikiki Beach (US$ 87 per person) · Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson: Learn to Surf, Guaranteed (US$ 123 per person) · Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki: One-on-One Instruction (US$ 96 per person)
- Small groups (up to 15) (9): Surf Lesson Oahu: Small Group with GoPro Videos (US$ 125 per person) · Surfing Lessons on Waikiki Beach: Learn to Ride (US$ 129 per person) · Group Surf Lesson in Waikiki: Jamie O'Brien School (US$ 126 per person)
- With pickup (4): Surf Lessons in Waikiki: Learn with Professional Instructors (US$ 105 per person) · Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki: Group, Family & Private (US$ 116 per person) · Oahu: Standup Paddle & Surf Lessons with Waikiki Pickup (US$ 116 per person)
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