Kona Surf Lesson: Beginner-friendly Training in Kahaluu by Lifeguard-Certified Instructors

Join our beginner-friendly surf lesson in Kahaluu, Kona, led by lifeguard-certified instructors. Learn to surf in a safe and comfortable environment, guaranteed to ride a wave!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kahalu’u Beach Park - This lesson is designed for small groups.
    Upon arrival at the beach, surfers will be equipped with a foam top surfboard, reef walker surf shoes for foot protection, and an SPF surf shirt to guard against sunburn and surf rash.
    Once geared up, participants will receive a hands-on demonstration that covers all the essential…
What's Included
  • Foam top surfboard included
  • Reef walker surf shoes provided
  • SPF surf shirt available for use
What's Not Included
  • Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, Gratuity
Additional Information

Master the art of surfing with the top local surf teachers in Kona, with a focus on beginners across all ages and abilities. Enjoy a secure, enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere where we assure your first successful wave ride. Ohana Surf Lessons is fully covered by insurance and boasts a team of instructors who are certified lifeguards, as well as First Aid…

Location
Kahalu’u Beach Park
Ali‘i Drive
All surf lessons take place at Kahaluu Beach Park in Kailua Kona HI.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Adventureswiththebou
Aug 17, 2025
Perfect Place to Try Surfing! - As a mom traveling with two teenagers, I can’t say enough good things about our surf lesson experience! 🌊 Their instructor, Parker, was absolutely fabulous—he instantly connected with both of my kids, made them feel like they could do it, and kept the whole lesson fun and engaging. Watching them gain confidence and catch waves with huge smiles on their faces was such a highlight of our trip. Out of all the amazing things we did during our two weeks on the Big Island, this was hands-down one of their very favorite activities. If you’re considering surf lessons for your teens (or really anyone), I highly recommend it. Parker made the experience unforgettable! 🏄‍♂️🌺
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K_m
Jul 27, 2025
10/10 book it! - Brady and Brandon were FANTASTIC, so patient and encouraging, helped us talk strategy for successfully surfing and they were so great with my preteen army of girl scouts. They were super nice, experienced instructors who were chill. Don’t bother booking anywhere else, this is it.
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Jennifer_s
Jul 12, 2025
above & beyond - Our instructor Molokai was extremely knowledgeable, skilled, helpful, supportive, encouraging, and flexible to adapt to our preferences and skill levels. He went above and beyond to give us the best possible experience in every way. Highly, highly recommend!
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Rocky_j
Jul 12, 2025
Great instructor. Fun surf. - Parker was knowledgeable and made everyone feel safe. Got us into some really fun waves. Was a great experience and would do it again for sure.
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Kateryna_k
Jul 11, 2025
Excellent experience for new surfers! - Great introduction lesson. Myself and teen children, never surfed before. We were able to learn basics and even able to successfully surf few waves . Pretty impressive for the first 2 hours ever trying to surf. Carl our instructor was wonderful! We enjoyed it a lot Highly recommend!
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714teria
Jul 9, 2025
Awesome First Surf Experience - My husband, myself and our two teenage daughters had a terrific experience with a semi-private surf lesson with Brady and Malakai. It was the first time surfing for all of us and we felt safe and proud of ourselves for riding some waves by the end of the lesson. Highly recommend booking with Ohana Surf lessons.
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Celina_b
Jul 8, 2025
Great family fun for beginners! - What a fun experience! My mom who is almost 70, our two boys (12 and 9), and my husband and I were all first time surfers. The guides were so sweet and fun and knowledgeable. We all rode some waves but the two boys really fell in love. Highly recommend for families. The waves were not huge which was perfect for us since we were beginners.
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Sergey12345678
Jul 2, 2025
Awesome time. These guys are great! - Awesome surf lesson school. Excellent communication on where to meet and park. Our instructor Brady was awesome. It was my wife’s and my two kids’ first time surfing. Everyone stood up and had a blast catching many waves on the first lesson. Brady was hands on with his advice to help us quick correct and adjust. Highly recommend these guys!!!
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Elisa_a
Jun 24, 2025
Amazing first surf experience! - This was my very first time surfing (43-year-old mom here!), and it couldn’t have been better. The instructor was incredibly patient and encouraging, helping me build confidence step by step. My 9-year-old daughter picked it up right away and had an absolute blast! Such a memorable experience for both of us – highly recommend!
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Vabarnes
Jun 11, 2025
Brady’s the Man! - My wife and I were paired with Brady for our lesson, and he was awesome to work with! He did an awesome job helping us feel at ease, as neither of us have ever surfed before. His guided instruction before we got in the water was extremely helpful, and my wife and I both had success to our comfort levels. I was able to pop up on every wave I caught! Would highly recommend Brady as an instructor and would take more lessons again.
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From $170
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).