Private surfing lessons in Waikiki: the short answer
Private surfing lessons start at $100 per person with the Private Group Lesson from Waikiki Surfing School, which runs 2 hours. The Private Surf Lessons from Adventures in Paradise Oahu cost $175 per group and also run 2 hours. Your budget, your schedule and the size of your group decide which one fits.
How to choose a private surf lesson
Compare price first, because some lessons are priced by group and others by person.
| Tour | Price from | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Private Group Lesson | $100 per person | 2 hours |
| Private Family Surf Lesson 2-hr | $119.95 per person | - |
| Semi-Private Lesson | $120 per person | - |
| Private Kids Lesson (1-2 kids) | $169 per person | 75 minutes |
Time is the next thing to weigh. The Private Kids Lesson (1-2 kids) runs 75 minutes. If you have a short window, that shorter lesson fits better.
Group size and age come last. Compare the minimum age on each lesson against the youngest person in your group.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
Surf Lessons! from Ohana Surf Project costs $120 per group and includes a surfboard.
The Private Kids Lesson (1-2 kids) is from $169 per person and includes all equipment. The Semi-Private Lesson from Gone Surfing Hawaii is from $120 per person.
How long do the lessons last, and where do they start?
Build that time into your day, including the trip to the meeting point.
Start times vary. Surf Lessons! from Ohana Surf Project departs at 9 am, 12 pm or 3 pm. The private lesson from Adventures in Paradise Oahu departs between 7 am and 5 pm.
Meeting points also differ, so plan your route before your start time. Surf Lessons! meets at the Ohana Surf Center in the Waikiki Beach Marriott Hotel, at 2552 Kalakaua Ave. The Private Group Lesson from Waikiki Surfing School meets on Ala Moana Park Dr, entering from Kamakee St near the curve and volleyball courts. The Private Kids Lesson meets at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue on Kalakaua Ave.
Reef shoes and a rash guard come with the Waikiki Surfing School lesson, so you can leave your own out for the Private Group Lesson.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Private lessons suit people who want one-on-one attention and fall within the lesson's minimum age. Surf Lessons! from Ohana Surf Project accepts children from 2 years.
If your group is larger than a private lesson is built for, a private option may not fit.
What are the tours to book?
These are the lessons we list, with the price and detail each one gives.
- Private Surf Lessons from Adventures in Paradise Oahu: from $175 per group, 2 hours, minimum age 5 years.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
Adventures in Paradise Oahu gives a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice.
Book a backup date in case conditions do not suit the day you pick.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a surfing lesson in Waikiki take?
Surf Lessons! from Ohana Surf Project also runs 2 hours.
What is included with a surfing lesson in Waikiki?
The Private Group Lesson from Waikiki Surfing School includes reef shoes and a rash guard.
