Stand Up Paddle Boarding Class at Kalama Beach, Kihei
Ninety minutes from check-in to paddling on your own board
A semi-private stand-up paddle boarding class at Kalama Beach in Kihei on Maui teaches you to SUP from the ground up, whether you're a total beginner or have some paddling experience. You check in at the Surf Club Maui van, get fitted with reef shoes and a rash guard, learn safety and technique on the beach, then paddle out on the water with an experienced instructor.
What’s included
- All equipment (board, paddle, reef shoes, rash guard shirt).
- free parking.
- all taxes, fees and handling charges.
- changing rooms and showers available at the beach.
- Monday to Saturday 08:00
Last departure this season: 31 Dec
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Learn to SUP at Kalama Beach in Kihei with an experienced coach in a 90-minute semi-private class. Check in at the Surf Club Maui van.
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The experience
The class starts at Kalama Beach Park, where you'll meet at the Surf Club Maui van and get outfitted with reef shoes and a rash guard shirt. Your instructor walks you through the safety rules and the basics of stand-up paddle boarding right there in the park before anyone touches the water. This ground lesson covers the theory and technique you'll need, so when you do paddle out, you're ready to stand up and move.
Once you're in the ocean, the gentle conditions and your coach's guidance are built to get you paddling fast. The semi-private format means your group is just your family and friends: the operator doesn't combine semi-private bookings with other parties. The 90-minute session covers instruction, time on the water, and the pace to let you actually learn instead of just hold on. All equipment is included, and parking is free.
You'll need to arrive well rested and hydrated. The operator emphasizes this because paddling is physical work. Changing rooms and showers are available at the beach. One thing to know: you must be comfortable swimming in the ocean. If you show up and can't swim or aren't comfortable in deeper water, the lesson will be canceled with no refund. Bring cash for a gratuity for your instructor.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 17 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.
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.
Do I need to know how to paddle before I book this class?
No. The class is designed for total beginners and people with some paddling experience alike. Your instructor covers safety and technique on the beach before you paddle out, so you start from the basics.
What happens if I'm not a strong swimmer?
You must be able to swim in the ocean and be comfortable in deeper water. If you arrive and aren't comfortable, the lesson will be canceled and no refund will be issued. This is a safety requirement the operator enforces before the class starts.
What's included in the 90-minute class?
All equipment (board, paddle, reef shoes and rash guard) is included, along with free parking and the instruction itself. Taxes and fees are built into the price. Bring cash if you want to tip your instructor.
Can my family take the class together?
Yes. The semi-private format is designed for your family and friends only. The operator doesn't mix semi-private groups with other parties, so your group stays together with one instructor.
What should I bring and how should I prepare?
Arrive well rested and drink plenty of water before your session. Bring cash for a gratuity for your instructor. Changing rooms and showers are available at Kalama Beach Park after the class.
Operated by Surf Club Maui. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding Class at Kalama Beach, Kihei
1h 30m
from US$ 140 per person
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