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, maintaining a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio. 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.
    Following gear fitting, a practical demonstration will…
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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Livyl2026
Jan 16, 2026
Ohana Surf Lessons are the BEST! - I have nothing but glowing reviews about my experience with Ohana! Kaleo and his team are incredibly kind, professional, experienced, fun, and trustworthy. They truly take care of you and make your surfing experience in Kona as wonderful as it can possibly be. I’ve seen their lessons firsthand—watching kids and adults light up, gain confidence, and feel excited and happy out on the waves is amazing. Their attentive staff ensures everyone receives the right amount of coaching and personal attention. I highly recommend Ohana Surf to anyone—they are truly the best of the best on the Big Island!
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Passenger755322
Jan 7, 2026
BEST EXPERIENCE EVER ! - The entire family loved it. The kids rated it as the highlight of their trip to Hawaii. All guides were friendly and professional . They took grest care fitting everone with the correct gear. All explanations and demonstrations were clear for adults and kids.
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Isabelle_f
Jan 2, 2026
Best surf lessons - Koa, Brady and Andre were awesome at helping our family learn how to surf . They were punctual, and sent me good instructions and maps on how to get there. We were the first group out on the water and got lots of practice time. My son liked it so much that he signed up for a second time the following day. Highly recommend this company.
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Sabrinafj4460sc
Jan 2, 2026
Family Surfing lesson - We had a great time! Our instructors Brady, Koa, and Andre were excellent teachers. Many people in my family were able to get up and surf. Definitely a highlight from our trip.
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722timothyh
Oct 20, 2025
Amazing first surfing experience! - We just got back from a trip to Kona and the highlight of the trip for my 6 and 8 year olds was their surf lesson with Kaleo, Brady, and Leila. The instructors were amazing with the boys and set the kids up for success from the very beginning. I worked with the team to decide which lesson type was the best and boy did they deliver. Both kids started out tandem with the instructor and by then end, they were being pushed into waves and standing on their own. I would highly recommend Ohana Surf School if you are looking for lessons while in the Kona area. Kaleo, Brady and Leila are the best!
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Jmkjnk
Oct 19, 2025
Great Surf Lessons in Hawaii - Surf lessons with Kaleo were fantastic! He did a great job explaining the basics of surfing on a level my 15 and 12 year old could understand and then helped make them successful surfers in the water. Would definitely recommend!
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Ashleighht2624ip
Oct 17, 2025
Great Surf Lesson Experience — Will Book Again! - Kaleo was such a great surfing instructor…. Patient, encouraging, kind — he made the whole experience fun and enjoyable. And, I got the lucky bonus of meeting his sweet boys who tagged along! Would definitely take lessons from him again! Also, the lessons are given in a location where the waves are small and manageable for newbies!
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Lance_s
Oct 14, 2025
Highland recommend! - The instructors were great! Super friendly and super caring and they did a great job working with my daughters to help them learn. They both were able to get up and surf multiple waves and this was their first time to ever try. Highly recommend!
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Carol_b
Jan 4, 2026
Fun! Fun! Fun! - It’s a large group of students but there were 5 instructors. Great for teens!. Website a little awkward
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Jacksw7004gf
Nov 27, 2025
Sweet guys, not super helpful - The guys were very nice, but they didn’t do too much teaching. They kind of showed us the gist and then sent on the water to try it. After we went there was no feedback, so I wasn’t sure how to improve. Additionally, we were out there for 2hrs and we each went only 4 or 5 times. These guys would be great for a private lesson, but the group lesson wasn’t super helpful
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From $170
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).