Ty Gurney Surf School
Activities (3)
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Standup Paddleboard Lessons
Standup Paddleboard Lessons from Ty Gurney Surf School take place on the water in Waikiki, starting at the school's shop on Lewers Street. Arrive early to get checked in, collect your gear, and go through a short land demo and safety briefing before heading out. Once on the water, an instructor guides participants through paddling technique, stance, balance, and ocean awareness. The lesson suits a wide range of ages and abilities, and children are welcome. A stand-up paddle board and paddle, along with a long-sleeve rash guard, are provided. Wetsuits can be rented separately, and souvenir photos and videos are available to purchase after the session. Come wearing swimwear and sunscreen, and bring a towel. Participants must be able to swim. The lesson is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with back problems. Arrive ahead of your scheduled start time to complete check-in smoothly and make the most of the time on the water.
Surf Lessons
Participants check in, then move through a land-based safety briefing and on-land demo before heading to the beach to paddle out and catch waves with instructors alongside them. After the session, guests can return to the shop to view optional souvenir photos and videos. The lesson suits first-timers as well as surfers who want to sharpen their technique. A surfboard, long-sleeve rash guard, and a safe place to store belongings are all included, so there is no need to bring equipment. Come wearing swimwear and sunscreen, and bring a towel. Participants must be able to swim. The lesson is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with back problems. Arrive at the Ty Gurney Surf Shop ahead of your scheduled lesson time to allow for check-in.
Session Package
Ty Gurney Surf School's Session Package begins with an introductory land lesson covering basic skills and water safety, then moves into the ocean to catch real waves at the actual surf lineup. The meeting point is on Lewers Street in Honolulu. A surfboard and rash guard shirt are provided, and a safe place to store belongings is included, so participants can arrive without equipment. The land lesson gives participants a grounding in fundamentals before entering the water. The school describes its approach as safety-focused, and instructors hold current CPR, ocean lifeguard, and first aid certifications. The session moves at a pace designed to keep participants riding waves and learning throughout their time in the water. Photos and videos are not part of the standard package but can be arranged in advance as an optional add-on. Gratuity is also optional. The package is open to a very wide age range, making it a workable choice for families as well as individual travelers who want to get into the surf.
About
Ty Gurney Surf School operates surf lessons and stand-up paddleboard lessons out of Waikiki, with all activities meeting at Lewers Street in Honolulu.
Stand-up paddleboarding lessons cover key paddling and board-handling techniques and are described as easy to learn, making them a good fit for a wide range of ages and abilities. Private and semi-private instruction are available for paddleboarding. The school presents both surfing and stand-up paddleboarding as accessible activities and frames the surf experience around sharing the lifestyle and the break the instructors know well, with an emphasis on enjoyment alongside skill-building.
Ty Gurney Surf School is based in Honolulu, Oahu. Do Oahu lists 3 activities from Ty Gurney Surf School.
Categories: Surfing and Stand-Up Paddleboarding.
Listings: Standup Paddleboard Lessons; Surf Lessons; Session Package.
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