Surf HNL: Beginner Surf Lessons at Secluded Barbers Point Beach, Oahu

Learn to surf in Hawaii with a 2-hour beginner lesson at secluded Barbers Point Beach. Expert instructors, good waves, and no crowds make this the perfect place to start your surfing journey.

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kalaeloa Beach - You will head to Eisenhower Beach / Kalaeloa Beach Park to meet your surfing instructor. Your instructor is an expert who even matches you up with the right surfboard. Then begin your lesson on the sand where you learn the proper techniques for paddling and popping up on your board. You might even hear some of the history of surfing as you practice.

When you feel comfortable, grab your board and walk into the warm Hawaiian ocean. Your instructor is there in the water with you, helping you to know when to paddle and when to get up. You have plenty of time after your introduction to practice in the water and refine your new skills.

What's Included
  • Inclusive Surf Gear: reef shoes, surfboard, leash, and long-sleeved rash guard provided.
  • Professional Instructors: experienced, lifeguard, and CPR certified.
  • Full Equipment Provided: use of all necessary surf equipment.
  • 1-Hour Surf Lesson with a qualified instructor.
  • Small Group Attention: no more than 4 students per instructor.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Interested in learning to surf? Hawaii is the perfect starting point, as it’s been the heartland of surfing for hundreds of years. Begin your exciting journey with this 2-hour class at Barbers Point, a coastline on Oahu’s west side, known for excellent surf conditions and a sparse crowd. Our skilled teacher will guide you through the essentials to help you balance on the board and ride the waves. Opt for a personalized solo lesson or a small group session with a maximum of four participants per coach.

  • Minimum age is 12 years for group bookings
  • Minimum age is 5 years for private bookings
Location
Eisenhower Beach
Eisenhower Road
Head down Coral Sea Rd (1.9 mi) just pass Tripoli Rd. you will see a cattle guard gate on the left side, (Gate open on weekends). Please park outside and walk through the left side of gate straight up to the beach a you will see our Surf HNL tents.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Nichole_z
Aug 14, 2024
Thumbs up - This was a quiet location with wide open waters. Staff was friendly and the coach was very helpful. I would definitely recommend Surf HNL.
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Michaelvh8766vp
Jul 16, 2024
Best time with Surf HNL - We had the best time with Surf HNL. The staff were very helpful, enthusiastic and patient. They took extra time to explain everything and how to stand up on the surfboard prior to getting into the water. The waves were larger than average for this time of the year, but the staff helped us get past the breaking waves. We paid for two hour, but we only had energy for one hour of surfing. They offered to refund us for the second hour, which I found extremely honest. We declined the refund. They earned it with all of their help
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Ck202281
Jun 17, 2024
Surfing with Surf HNL - Yes, please! - The team at Surf HNL are amazing! We had a group of four - my husband, two teenagers and a 10yr old. All four loved the surfing class with Namaka and his team. They were patient, friendly, and professional. I would highly recommend taking a class with Surf HNL. Bonus - the meeting point is close to Ko Olina / Aulani.
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Jossy2017
Mar 19, 2024
Excellent Instructors!! - Excellent staff and prime location for learning! My 9yr old had the time of his life out there thanks to the patient and informative instructors. Thank you!!
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Maria_a
Mar 17, 2024
Fun surf lessons on Eisenhower Beach - My 16 yr old daughter took a private lesson. This was the 3rd time she's surfed. She said the instructor was good, and the area where they surf is pretty shallow, so she wasn't afraid to fall off the board. The people working there are all friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend!
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Th0reyb
Nov 27, 2023
Excellent customer service and instruction - Wonderful experience from initial booking through photo purchase. Easy to work with, and everyone was able to catch waves. Would recommend for all ages!
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Rachel_r
Nov 16, 2023
Good time - Instructors were very kind and friendly. Had a great time trying to surf. Would recommend to anyone wanting to try surfing.
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Mackenzie_j
Aug 22, 2023
Awesome and Private surf lesson! - We had an amazing time learning to surf! The lesson was brief but really helped us learn how to get out there and be successful. It’s an arm workout, but the instructors are really good at helping you out. An hour was the perfect amount of time for us. The beach was very local and private, we were able to leave our bags at their tent and had a carefree time!! Thanks so much!!
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W6305ziedwards
Jun 10, 2023
Aweso - Just a top-notch, excellent group. My family had a fantastic experience. They were great with my younger kids, age 9 and 11 and my teenagers had a ball as well. My wife loved it, cannot say enough great things about this group. They also took amazing pictures and emailed them to us. Outstanding surfing experience. Just awesome!!!
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Ignacio_f
May 30, 2023
Never to late to learn - I had a great time learning to surf. The team was very friendly. They gave plenty of information and displayed proper techniques. Being the old guy in the group was a bit intimidating ( 50 year old) but my instructor was very patient with me. I was very pleased with my first time surfing.
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