The 4 Best Surf Lessons in Maui

1.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Meet at Surf Shack in Kihei for a two-hour beginner lesson with no more than six students. Instructors such as Mike, Ivan, Sofia, Jay, and Francisco teach beach safety, surf etiquette, paddling, and wave riding before helping you catch small waves. A board, rash guard, and booties are included. Ages under 9 should book privately.

“We have a fun time learning surfing. The parking is convenient. Coach Mike did a wonderful job! The photographer took a ton of awesome pictures for us”

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2.Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 547 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Best value

Spend 90 minutes learning to surf with Outrageous Adventures Surf School on Maui’s Lahaina side. Instructors such as Scott, Tyler, and Patrick teach paddling, wave timing, and standing up, then get you into warm, shallow water quickly. Groups are capped at five, and boards, booties, and rash guards are included. Photos are available to buy afterward.

“Scott is a nice guy. The lesson would be a bit too easy if you have absolutely zero idea how to surf because Scott doesn’t teach you a whole lot of advanced techniques. But if you are just looking for a fun time riding waves and feeling the movement, this is a really good one as Scott is very experienced at finding good waves for beginners and helping you get a lot of practice which is more important for this sport.”

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3.Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

Spend about two hours learning to surf at Kalama Beach in Kihei with Surf Club Maui. You’ll get reef shoes, a rash guard, a short beach lesson, and hands-on coaching in waist to chest-deep water. Instructors such as Bryan, Sarge, Epps, Pablo, and Brendon have earned praise for patient coaching. Ages 11 and up only.

“Bryan was an AWESOME teacher!! My husband and I can’t stop talking about how we want to quit working and live the surfer beach life. The whole experience was amazing, and we are renting our own boards to keep riding! Thanks so much Bryan and the team at Surf Club Maui 🏄”

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4.Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 235 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Spend two hours learning to surf near Lahaina with a CPR-certified instructor and no more than four other surfers. You get a board, rash guard, water shoes, a 15-minute beach lesson, and plenty of water time. Instructors such as Lee, Steve, Inaldo, and Connor are known for patient coaching, while an on-site photographer captures optional action shots.

“Very nice and patient instructor, really friendly staff. I felt so comfortable and had a great time! Full recommendation! Thank you alm for a great experience!”

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