Sunset Suzy's group surf lessons cost from $65 per person. Plan on 2 hours for the Sunset Suzy group lesson and the Surf Lessons from Sea & Board Sports Hawaii. Your group size, skill level and whether you want a private instructor will decide which one fits.
What should you know before you book surf lessons on the North Shore on Oahu?
Start with group size and skill level, then check the age minimum and the cancellation window. Group lessons suit a group that is happy to share an instructor, and private lessons suit a group that wants its own. The Beginner Surf Lesson (Open Group) from Uncle Bryan's Sunset Suratt Surf Academy includes a surfboard, leash and rash guard. Its name says beginner, so it is the open option for newer surfers.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
Sunset Suzy's lessons run from $65 to $175 per person, with the private lesson at the top end. The group lesson includes equipment, and the private lesson also includes equipment.
| Tour | Operator | Price from | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Surf Lessons | Sunset Suzy | $65 per person | 3 and older |
| Group Surf Lessons | North Shore Surf Girls | $65.95 per person | - |
| Beginner Surf Lesson (Open Group) | Uncle Bryan's Sunset Suratt Surf Academy | $100 per person | 2 and older |
| Private Family Surf Lesson 2-hr | North Shore Surf Girls | $119.95 per person | 5 and older |
| Private Surf Lessons | Sunset Suzy | $175 per person | 3 and older |
| North Shore Tour from Ko Olina | The Surf Bus | $187 per person | - |
The group lesson from North Shore Surf Girls costs from $65.95 per person and includes surfboards, surf shirts or rash guards, and wetsuits and life jackets as needed. The Private Surf Lesson from North Shore Surf School includes all gear.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
Expect a 3-hour guided tour if you book the Ike Kai option. The guided North Shore tour from Ike Kai School of Surfing LLC runs 3 hours and includes transportation to and from the surf spot. If you only want the lesson, plan around the 2-hour sessions above.
Expect to get wet, so bring a swimsuit and plan a change of clothes for afterward. Several lessons include a rash guard or a surf shirt.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Age minimums are set by each operator. The Private Family Surf Lesson 2-hr from North Shore Surf Girls requires participants to be at least 5 years old. The Holoholo lesson from North Shore Ohana School of Surfing requires 7 years. The Keiki Tandem lesson from the same school requires 2 years. The Surf and Beach Rentals listing requires 8 years.
Skip the advanced option unless you already stand up and turn on a wave. Beginners should look at the open beginner lesson or the group lesson. Match your child's age to the minimums above before you pick a lesson.
What are the tours to book?
For a tour rather than a lesson, the North Shore Tour from Ko Olina from The Surf Bus is from $187 per person, with a meeting point at Ko Olina Resorts.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
Each operator below sets its own cancellation rule, so the terms are not the same. The North Shore Surf Girls group lessons require a 24-hour cancellation notice or a 100% charge applies. The Guided North Shore Surf Tour from Ike Kai School of Surfing LLC gives a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice. Surf Lessons from Sea & Board Sports Hawaii charges the full tour value if you cancel within 48 hours of your reservation.
Weather can change your plans, so keep a spare day open if you are fitting a lesson around a cruise or a business trip.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lesson for very young children?
Yes, the Keiki Tandem lesson from North Shore Ohana School of Surfing requires 2 years.
How long does a surf lesson on the North Shore on Oahu take?
The Sunset Suzy group lesson runs 2 hours.
