Surfing Lessons for Beginners

Pricing per person:

• 1 hour = $135*
• 2 hour = $199
• Age requirement: 2+
• Swimming requirement: NO, on private lessons we can take all abilities. We provide life jackets for any non-swimmers.
• Ratio: 1 student / 1 instructor

The private lesson offers more attention, more assistance, more flexibility … a great option for young children, non-swimmers, special needs, and those who have moved beyond the beginner surf lesson.

Your accomplished surfing instructor will focus on you – your talents, strengths and weaknesses, goals, and experience. This is the perfect lesson for those who would like to take their surfing to the next level. This level of instruction is designed for students who may be hesitant to try surfing or may require more assistance. We specialize in helping students of all shapes, sizes and abilities experience the love of surfing.

To improve affordability, we have created exclusive private group & family lesson options for friends or family that want to join the student during the lesson.

For children 2-6 we often require and/or strongly advise a Private Tandem Lesson.  A tandem lesson is where the child rides on the front of the instructor’s board to give more confidence and safety to the young children.

• Lesson Times: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
• *1 hour lessons are only available at the 3pm session
• Location: Ohana Surf Project’s Standard Surf Spot in Waikiki, in a much less crowded area than the rest of Waikiki. Travel may be optional for a fee but typically not recommended unless the student has a lot of experience, as our spot is best suited for all levels most days of the year.

Pricing per person:

• 1 hour = $110*
• 2 hour = $149
• Age requirement: 13+
• Swimming requirement: YES, must be able to swim with water overhead
• Ratio: 2 students / 1 instructor

Traveling with a friend, family member, or partner? If you’re looking for a more personalized surf lesson, our semi-private lessons offer the best of both worlds. With a ratio of just two students to one instructor, you’ll receive focused, hands-on coaching while enjoying the energy of a shared experience.

This lesson format is perfect for those who want more individualized attention than a group lesson but still enjoy the camaraderie of learning alongside their friend. Whether you’re a beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, our experienced instructors will tailor the session to suit your goals, abilities, and comfort level.

• Lesson Times: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
• *1 hour lessons are only available at the 3pm session
• Location: Ohana Surf Project’s Standard Surf Spot in Waikiki, in a much less crowded area than the rest of Waikiki. Travel may be optional for a fee but typically not recommended unless the student has a lot of experience, as our spot is best suited for all levels most days of the year.

Pricing per person:

• 1 hour = $105*
• 2 hour = $139
• Age requirement: 13+
• Swimming requirement: YES, must be able to swim with water overhead
• Ratio: 3 to 4 students / 1 instructor

Traveling in a group of 3 or more adults and/or teens? Our Exclusive Group lessons are for 3 or more people looking to surf together with their own instructor rather than share in a group lesson with others they may not know.

For the best possible experience, we recommend that all participants are a similar level of surfing experience. If someone in your group could benefit from a little extra focus, they can book a private lesson while the rest of the group rides the waves in a semi-private, exclusive, or open group lesson. It's all about creating the perfect balance of fun and learning for everyone!

• Lesson Times: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
• *1 hour lessons are only available at the 3pm session
• Location: Ohana Surf Project’s Standard Surf Spot in Waikiki, in a much less crowded area than the rest of Waikiki. Travel may be optional for a fee but typically not recommended unless the student has a lot of experience, as our spot is best suited for all levels most days of the year.

Pricing per person:

• 1 hour = $100*
• 2 hour = $134
• Age requirement: 1 child between age 6-12 + 1 parent (+ any other family members)
• Swimming requirement: YES, must be able to swim with water overhead
• Ratio: 2 to 4 students / 1 instructor

Develop hidden talent. Strengthen the bonds between families. Encourage personal discipline. Teach lasting commitment. And do it all through a simple but exhilarating connection with the ocean environment. There are few activities that offer genuine life-changing experiences for the entire family quite like surfing. Give them the opportunity to experience the joys of surfing and your Ohana will thank you long after the boards have been stored.

And to help offset the expenses of bringing the whole family to Hawaii, we’ve created a family package that’s affordable, safe, and fun for everyone. The family lesson must include one parent and one child who is 12 years old and under (who can swim and paddle their own board), with the option to add additional family members. 

For families with children 13+ you have the option to book any and ALL of our other lesson types. Please check out our private, semi-private, exclusive group and open group lessons to see which ones suit your party best.

If no parent is able to join the child/children under 13, please see our private lesson option.

• Lesson Times: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
• *1 hour lessons are only available at the 3pm session
• Location: Ohana Surf Project’s Standard Surf Spot in Waikiki, in a much less crowded area than the rest of Waikiki.

Pricing per person:

• 1 hour = $350*
• 2 hour = $450
• Age requirement: 5+
• Swimming requirement: YES
• Ratio: 1* student / 1 instructor

*Option to add on more participants for an add on fee

For those surfers that love what they do and are ready to do it at a higher level, Team Ohana’s professional lessons are the natural choice. We’re talking about advanced instruction in the art of surfing, stand-up paddling, or body boarding and delivered by accomplished teachers dedicated to maximizing your potential. Keep in mind that professional lessons are not just for professionals or competition surfers. The pro surfers of Ohana Surf Project will create a personalized instruction plan designed to enhance your skills, keep you safe in the water, and maximize your enjoyment of the sport you love. And, if you end up taking first prize in your next competition — well, that’s ok, too. Professional lessons are appropriate for all skill levels — particularly for intermediate and advanced surfers working to improve technique or those considering competitive participation.

Professional lessons include a 15-minute pre-lesson briefing and a 15-minute post-lesson debriefing.

• Lesson Times: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
• Location: TBD, based on the participants goals & the current conditions, travel may or may not be recommended by the professional coach, and is included in this pricing, but may affect the lesson length.