Private Group Surf Lesson

A North Shore day almost always deserves more than just a shave ice stop and a walk along the beach-and a private group surf lesson on the North Shore is exactly the kind of thing that turns a drive up to Oahu's North Shore into an actual memory. Ike Kai School of Surfing LLC runs this 2-hour session for private groups of 3 to 8 people, which means you're learning with your own crew, not strangers from a public lineup.

Where you'll surf depends on what the ocean is doing that day-your meeting spot will be confirmed in advance as either Puaena Point Beach Park or Chuns Reef Beach, both on the North Shore. That flexibility isn't a vague non-answer; it's the operator reading real conditions and putting your group in the right water. The full 120 minutes includes a safety briefing and guided instruction throughout, with your instructor working at a 3:1 ratio so everyone actually gets coached.

Pricing starts from $110 per person, which holds up well for a fully private, guided session on this stretch of coastline. Board, rash guard, and life jacket are provided-no need to haul gear up from Honolulu. There's no hotel pickup, so build in drive time if you're coming from Waikiki. Swimming ability is required, so keep that in mind when you're putting together your group. Bring swimwear, a towel, reef safe sunscreen, and a water bottle.

Cancellation terms are clean: full refund or credit with 24 hours' notice, and the same coverage if the operator calls it due to weather or unforeseen circumstances-phone is how you cancel. No-shows are charged the full price. The cap at 8 guests means this private group surf lesson can fill up, so lock in your date early if the North Shore day is already on your Oahu itinerary.