Kihei Surf Lessons
Kihei Surf Lessons
$99.00
If you’ve ever dreamed of riding waves in paradise, Hawaii is the perfect place to learn. Not only is Maui a world-renowned surfing hub for people of all levels and ages, but who better to learn from than enthusiastic and fun Maui surfers in Kihei? Choose from a private lesson or group lesson, and let an experienced instructor share his/her skills and love of the ocean in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Book your Kihei surf lessons, and get stoked!
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For those heading to Maui to experience the best of Hawaiian paradise, no trip is complete without a surf session! Never surfed before? No worries! These Kihei surf lessons are perfect for first-timers.
Maui Surf Lessons
Maui surf schools are run by enthusiastic Maui surfers with a whole lot of patience, passion, and fun. Your instructor shares his/her love of the ocean by offering private and group surf lessons at some of Maui’s most scenic locations. While you likely won’t be riding ‘Jaws’ anytime soon, your surf instructor will show you how to improve your existing skills or get you on your very first wave!
South Maui Surf School
At our South Maui surf school, guests can choose from several surf lesson options (all include a rashguard, surfboard, reef shoes, and an instructor):
Group Maui surf lessons are inexpensive, run around 2 hours, and have at most 6 students per instructor.
Private Maui surf lessons allow 1 on 1 instruction for those looking to progress as fast as possible.
Each lesson begins with a detailed ocean safety briefing and a lesson on the land. You’ll know the essentials before entering the water.
Regardless of what kind of lesson you choose, you’ll have a great time. Your instructor will offer excellent advice without taking things too seriously. It has to be fun or it’s not worth it!
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Nearby Areas:
Kihei • Wailea • Maalaea
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Important Information about this activity
| Prime Time and Check-In: | Lessons start at 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Check in 5 minutes before your lesson at the Waves Hawaii Surf School van in Kalama Park. |
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| Duration and Equipment: | The lesson lasts 2 hours and includes all equipment—surfboard, rash guard, and reef shoes. |
| Group Size and Location: | Lessons are held at Kalama Park in Kihei, with a maximum of 6 surfers per instructor. Private or semi-private lessons are required for kids under 10. |
What recent guests are saying
Recent students say the instructors at this Kihei surf school are patient, encouraging and fun, and many first-timers, kids and parents alike, were up and riding waves in their first lesson. Lucas is named in several reviews for his calm, upbeat coaching, and guests describe a professional, well-organized operation that keeps safety front and center. Several families enjoyed it enough to book a second lesson.
The optional photos are a fun way to remember your first waves.
Our summary of Waves Hawaii Surf School's public Google and Yelp reviews, updated October 19, 2026.