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OʻahuFree cancellationLearn to surf away from the crowds of Waikiki in a more local surf break. My goal is to have customers catch the most waves possible and capture all the moments on provided GoPro cameras. This surfing lesson is unique as I limit it to just two students. This maximizes wave count and overall quality of the experience. Videos and pictures are included at no additional cost.
OʻahuFree cancellationGuaranteed to Catch a Wave! Authentic Hawaii Surf Experience! We are Passionate about Creating the Best Surf Lesson for You! 1-on-1 teaching to allow the best learning environment! Safety is our number one priority. DLNR Surf Instructor Permit. CPR/First Aid Certified. Life Guard Certified.
OʻahuFree cancellationGuaranteed to Catch a Wave Authentic Hawaii Surfing Experience We want you to have the best most memorable Surf Session Ever Safety is our number one priority. DLNR Surf Instructor Permit. CPR/First Aid Certified. Life Guard Certified.
OʻahuFree cancellationEnjoy surfing with your friends or family in a safe environment. Designed for groups of 3 or more people. No experience necessary!
OʻahuFree cancellationExperience the thrill of surfing with private surf lessons in Waikiki at Hans Hedemann Surf School — the ideal choice for surfers of all levels. Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to refine your technique, our one-on-one surf lessons in Waikiki provide a personalized and focused approach to help you succeed quickly and confidently. Your session begins with a short beach demonstration covering safety and technique. Our experienced instructors offer Waikiki private surfing instruction tailored to your pace and skill level, ensuring you feel comfortable and fully prepared before paddling out.
OʻahuSells out fastFree cancellationWe're passionate about being the highlight of your vacation. We only offer private lessons, so you'll never surf with strangers. And we're the only surf school that guarantees you'll surf or your money back!
OʻahuFree cancellationDesigned for 2 people. This option is popular with couples, siblings or just friends traveling together. No experience necessary!
OʻahuFree cancellationOur Surf Lessons are designed to be as Safe, Fun and Successful as possible for you. Surfing is our passion and we love to share it with the world. The main thing that differs us in the area is having spent the most time out in the ocean and learning the waves we operate at. Surfing is fun but can get really dangerous really fast and being with an instructor who dedicates there life to this compared to someone who does it part time, for fun could be the difference of getting hurt or just not having a great first experience. We are also all CPR / AED Certified We also strive to be a Highlight of your time in Hawaii. We are very proud to live here and we want to share it with you through Surfing. We know not everyone can go surfing everyday but we encourage everyone to go again every chance you get in the future and if you can surf back home, we hope we are the start of that journey! Thank you for your time and interests.
OʻahuFree cancellationWhat sets this apart is the wave itself. The Wai Kai Wave is an engineered standing wave—a continuous, perfectly shaped break that lets you surf in place with no paddling and no ocean conditions to fight. It's the only experience of its kind in Hawaii. That means no waiting for the right swell, no crowded lineup, and no unpredictable surf. The wave runs on demand, so your session is consistent, controlled, and built around you. A member of our experienced wave team stays with you the whole time, so even total beginners get up and riding fast—and everyone is guaranteed to catch a wave. You're also surfing at one of Oahu's most celebrated destinations: a Top 5 USA TODAY Best New Attraction and Hawaii's Best winner, set on a 52-acre waterfront playground on Oahu's west side. Refuel with ocean views at The LookOut, browse Sessions Lifestyle & Apparel, and soak up the island atmosphere—making this far more than just a surf lesson.
OʻahuFree cancellationLearn to surf from A Skilled Hawaiian Waterman. If you are a beginner who never surfed and is interested in being part of a Private, Semi-Private, group, or family lesson, we offer customized lessons tailored to your skill level and group size. We are Guaranteed to get you up and surfing in no time! Learn the proper techniques and etiquette as well as the surf culture and history behind Hawaiian surfing and what makes surfing in Hawaii so unique!
OʻahuFree cancellationNo soft tops that cause rash, No oversized or heavy surfboards that will tire you out, no large over crowded groups ( 2 students per instructor ), no struggling in the ocean ( we will teach you how to conserve energy. Don't be fooled 2 hours is to long and tiring ( 90 mins is adequate duration in the ocean ) . We expect you to be nervous, but our certified, experienced, easy going instructors, and easy teaching will make you feel comfortable rite away. You are provided the best equipment and make your learning super easy and fun. Your experience is custom to you. Our focus is your comfort, learning, safety, and fun time surfing. Expect 1st Class Service & 100 % ALOHA! We have secured lockers for your belongings. We are patience. knowledgeable and super fun to surf with. Our joy to see our student succeed , our love for the ocean and surfing is hard to deny.
OʻahuFree cancellationGather your family or friends for an unforgettable surfing experience in the gentle waves of Waikīkī. This semi-private surf lesson offers a personalized approach, ensuring that each participant receives dedicated attention from your instructor. Start on the beach with a tailored land lesson covering essential techniques, then hit the water with a 4:1 guest-to-instructor ratio for focused coaching as you catch your first waves. Designed for beginners, this lesson fosters a safe and supportive environment, allowing everyone to share memorable moments while riding the waves together.
OʻahuFree cancellationWe offer a very personalized service with safety as our top priority. Our lessons are an ideal activity for families looking for a safe and fun activity while on Oahu. Since COVID we only accommodate family groups not groups made up of unrelated individuals.
OʻahuFree cancellationYou will receive special Ocean Safety training prior to your adventure. Our two way radio helmets help us to give precise specific info as needed so you learn faster and safer. We will share with you the best locations to launch from, how best to reach your destination and how to help protect the environment when you choose a rental.
OʻahuFree cancellationWe expect you to be nervous, but our certified, experienced, likeable instructors, and easy teaching technique will make you feel comfortable rite away. Your provided quality equipment custom to you and make learning comfortable and easy. Your experience is custom to you. You will learn how to surf. We are focus on you learning, your safety, and progressing thru out your experience to become a surfer. We have secured lockers for your belongings. We are patience. knowledgeable and super fun to surf with. Our joy to see our student succeed , our love for the ocean and surfing is hard to deny. We will donate per each student to Aloha i ke Kai Stewardship program in keeping our ocean clean and safe for our visitors, all residents, and our future!
OʻahuFree cancellationWe specialize in surfing local surf breaks away from the crowds in Waikiki. We only teach / rent to small groups to keep our sustainable access open and not overwhelmed. Our surf lessons emphasize safety and explain conditions, the art of catching waves, how to stand and ride waves. You are guaranteed to ride waves. You will receive special Ocean Safety training prior to your paddling adventure. We will share with you the best locations to explore, how best to reach your destination and how to help protect the environment. Our instructors are CPR, first aid and life guard certified fully insured and permitted by the city and state with 35 years teaching in kailua since 1989.
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