OAHU · HAWAII
Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular workshops on Oahu. What each one is really like on the day, what it costs and who runs it.
2-hour Waikiki surf lesson with included gear and lockers. Learn paddling and standing fast with pro guidance at Hans Hedemann Surf.
Most Popular“Niko was amazing. Was extremely helpful and knowledgeable not only about surfing but how to teach to a novice like me! He was also very patient with my daughter and was able to get both of use surfing 🏄♀️ 🌊”
Beginner-friendly Waikiki surf lesson with lifeguard-certified coaching, provided gear, and plenty of wave time in a small group.
Small-group Waikiki surf lesson with gear included, locker access, and real coaching for your first waves on Oahu’s beginner-friendly coast.
“Learning to surf is fun but physically vigorous. Instructors gave clear explanations and are patient, helpful and encouraging. It was a great experience. I would do it again.”
Catch Waikiki waves with a private group lesson from Stoke Drift Surf School: safety talk on land, then about an hour in the ocean.
“We were a group of 8 of mostly beginner surfers. All of the instructors were very helpful and encouraging.”
Beginner-friendly North Shore surf lesson in Hauula with 15-minute beach coaching, ocean practice, gear included, and a turtle tour.
“It was amazing! It was an unforgettable private lesson with my family and there was 5 of us total. Andy and John are an amazing team and taught us the basics on how to surf, we all managed to stay on the board by the end of it! I would recommend to everyone who wants…”
Waikiki surf lessons with courtesy shuttle, pro coaching, and full gear at Ohana Surf Project. Beginner-friendly, photos optional.
“I was nervous about surfing since I have zero experience, but Luke was great! He was patient and explained everything. He even taxi-ed us back out which saved me because I'm certainly not in as good as shape to paddle so much.”
Certified Waikiki 2-tank wreck-and-reef scuba with provided gear, Sea Tiger-style wreck options, pro guides, and snacks for $269.
“Dive Masters Ron and April made both dives easy in and out of the water. All equipment is provided and it's good equipment!”
A 2-hour beginner group surf lesson in Waikiki with pro surfers, gear included, and coaching focused on getting you standing fast.
Private 1.5-hour Waikiki surf lesson with a required land safety session, board/wax/sunscreen included, and coaching to help you stand.
“Max was terrific. He went over safety stuff at the shop first before we took the boards over to the ocean. He gave great instructions and was a blast to hang out with. Highly recommend!”
A less-crowded beginner surf lesson in Oahu with GoPro footage, personalized coaching, and edited videos emailed after your session.
“Mike was such a great teacher!!! We were all able to stand up on the first try and had a great experience. The go pro videos made the experience even more fun. I highly recommend booking this surf lesson, I think we totally got our moneys worth so happy we went with this company!”
Semi-private surf lessons in Waikiki with pickup, included gear, coaching for all levels, and professional photos to buy after.
“This was a great course. We had never surfed before and they were so encouraging and helpful! We both were able to get on the board and ride some waves!! We had so much fun!!”
SUP yoga in Honolulu at Ala Moana’s Magic Island. Learn poses on a paddleboard with a small group, then enjoy ocean savasana.
“Great, Kelsey had everything ready when I arrived and had very clear, attentive instructions and good descriptions of what to do. Her equipment was brand new and her photos were amazing and she recommended a few spots to check out. Great experience with Kelsey and Yoga Floats!”
Learn beginner surfing on Oahu’s North Shore with small-group coaching, included gear, and stand-up practice in about two hours.
“Great time. My teenager daughter’s surfed successfully for the first time ever. It was safe and their favorite part of our trip. Highly recommend and would do this many times over. Henry was a great instructor. He was patient, kind and informative. Thank you 😊”
A private North Shore Oahu surf lesson with one-on-one coaching plus board and rash guard rental for ages 4+.
“It was a great experience!”
Private 1-on-1 surf lesson in Honolulu. Learn safety, paddling and pop-ups, with same-day videos and photos. Guaranteed a wave.
“Jake was so patient and very kind. I felt like a queen riding those small waves. Even though I couldn’t see anything I felt safe with him! He functioned as my eyes and surf instructor basically.😂10/10 would do it again!”
Waikiki to the North Shore, and the whole loop in between.
