Surf’s up! Surf Lessons in Hawaii for Everyone

Hawaii • June 20, 2018

Have you always wanted to test your shredding skills? Did you find yourself pumped after watching the pros crush the last Eddie at Waimea Bay? If so, now’s the time to grab (or rent) your board, sprint toward the water…and enlist the help of professionals for some much-needed surf lessons! 

Surfing plays a huge role in the history and culture of Hawaiʻi. More than just another recreational activity, surfing is a way of life for locals, many of whom wake well before dawn just for the chance to catch a few waves. And though many of Hollywood’s surf features are filmed in Hawaiʻi, local surfers can tell you the movies don’t even come close to the real thing. PC: HTA / Daeja Fallas.

During your next trip to Hawaiʻi, don’t miss out on your chance to learn from the professionals on the Big Island, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Maui. At each of these surf schools, friendly and knowledgable instructors will make sure you’re comfortable, get you adjusted to the water and guide your memorable experience as you coast through Hawaiʻi’s warm waters. Choose from adult, child, group or private lessons, then get ready to build a solid foundation as you learn the surfing basics. Trust us—you’ll be standing up before you know it! PC: HTA / Tor Johnson.

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