SURFING LESSONS
There’s a feeling that every surfer knows, something unforgettable that words can’t quite capture. Catching your first wave is all it takes to understand it for yourself. We’re here to guide you toward that moment and to support your growth every step of the way. Our focus is on enhancing your surfing experience more fully with clear, thoughtful instruction in a relaxed and personalized setting. We offer Waikiki surf lessons as well as sessions on the North Shore of Oahu, with each one tailored for every skill level and way of learning.
Why Choose Our Surfing Lessons in Waikiki
If you're searching for the perfect place to start or sharpen your skills, our surfing lessons in Waikiki offer the ideal combination of beginner-friendly waves and professional instruction. With calm, rolling surf and a rich surfing heritage, Waikiki is one of the best spots in the world to learn. Our Waikiki surf lessons are designed to suit every learning style—whether you're paddling out for the first time or working on advanced maneuvers. Each session emphasizes safety, ocean awareness, and technique while keeping things fun and personal. If you're ready to catch your first wave or refine your form, our surf lessons Waikiki provide the guidance and environment to help you succeed.
Each session is thoughtfully designed for newcomers eager to try surfing for the first time, for surfers with some experience who want to sharpen their basics or tackle more demanding waves and techniques, and for seasoned surfers aiming to gain a competitive advantage or challenge themselves beyond their current limits. Our surf lessons in Waikiki are perfect for beginners, teaching the core skills needed to help you stand up and catch your first wave— water safety, surfing etiquette, body positioning, paddling and board handling and positioning.
For experienced students, the coaching becomes more focused and aligned with your technique—addressing unwanted patterns in your form, analyzing strengths and weaknesses in competitive strategies, technique, and surfing bigger waves.
Above all, every student will be guided with an approach that recognizes emotional, mental, and spiritual elements that give surfing its distinct character and appeal. You’ll discover how to understand the line up and the actions of surfers around you, connect with the ocean environment, and surf to express your personality.
Why Oahu is the Perfect Place to Learn and Grow in Surfing
Oahu is more than just a backdrop for your surfing journey—it’s a world-class destination that offers something for every level of surfer. With warm water year-round, consistent waves, and breathtaking views, it's no surprise that surfers from around the globe travel here to experience the island’s unique energy. From the legendary North Shore, where world-class competitions unfold on towering winter swells, to the rolling beginner-friendly breaks in Waikiki, Oahu delivers a complete surfing experience.
The variety in surf conditions means that you can progress at your own pace. One day you might be catching mellow waves under Diamond Head, and the next, you could be exploring reef breaks along uncrowded stretches of coastline. Oahu also carries a deep surfing history and a strong sense of respect for ocean culture. You’ll find that every wave here is more than just a ride—it’s part of a deeper connection to the land and the water. No matter your background or experience, learning to surf on Oahu gives you more than skills—it gives you stories, perspective, and a true sense of place.
We can adjust each lesson to match the level of wave intensity you’re comfortable with, including variations in size and force. From Waikiki’s gentle rollers to the North Shore’s powerful breaks, Oahu offers an incredible range of surf conditions. Every session includes a surfboard and all the gear required to help you catch waves with confidence.
LESSON TYPES
WHAT SETS US APART
Looking for elite Surfing, Standup Paddle, or Bodyboarding instruction in Hawaii? Ohana Surf Project offers unmatched coaching with expert instructors who bring over 150 years of combined surfing experience. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned competitor, our team elevates your skills with customized lessons that prioritize safety, fun, and mastery. Experience the thrill of Hawaii’s waves and create unforgettable memories—it’s more than just a lesson!
LESSONS & RENTALS
Join us in the water either on a lesson or renting a board. See you in the surf!
Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki, HI
Want to laugh and smile until your face hurts?—try Waikiki bodyboarding lessons! Bodyboarding is tons of fun and offers more than just riding a board on your stomach. This thrilling sport combines the rush of surfing with a more grounded, prone position, making it an exciting way to ride waves.
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lessons in Waikiki, HI
Stand-up paddleboarding offers a relaxed yet invigorating way to experience the ocean while developing key skills for navigating wind, waves, and currents. Whether you’re paddling in calm waters or riding small waves, OSP’s SUP lessons in Waikiki provide a tailored approach that suits all levels—from first-time paddlers to those ready for SUP-surfing.
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OSP Rentals
Ohana Surf Project has the perfect surfboard rentals to get you off the beaches of Waikiki. We don’t rent anything to our customers that we wouldn’t use ourselves. We have long boards, short boards, performance boards and everything in between.
Learn MoreHawaii Surf Gear
Whether you’re getting ready to ride some waves or looking for a souvenir to remember your Waikiki experience, the Ohana Surf Center offers a full range of clothing and accessories.
LESSON FAQS
The private lesson allows for more one on one attention from the instructor, more assistance paddling out, the opportunity to catch more waves, and for those working on progressing their skills, the opportunity to surf further out than the group lesson.
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