Surfing Experience with Hawaiian Firefighters

Discover the art of surfing with a Hawaiian firefighter. Many off-duty firefighters spend their days surfing and sharing their love for the ocean with others. These skilled watermen provide an exceptional guided experience in Waikiki.

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kuhio Beach Park - A surfing lesson in Waikiki combines adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. The day usually starts on the soft sands of Waikiki Beach, where the instructor gives a brief overview of surfing fundamentals. This includes learning how to paddle, balance on the board, and execute the pop-up motion to stand. Safety tips and…
What's Included
  • Surfboards
What's Not Included
  • Return transportation may not be provided due to continuous bookings
Location
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue
Kalākaua Avenue
I will be right at the Duke statue looking for you. Please approach me and ask if I’m Jake
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(72 Ratings)
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Benjamin
Dec 23, 2025
Fun time surfing in Waikiki - Great experience today with Jake, easy pick up from hotel and parking right next to beach! He was very helpful and had a great time learning to surf.
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Z8955mhdeannab
Nov 25, 2025
Great - Very good he was a very good instructor and we had a lot of success. Definitely try him out because he helped my grandson surf for the first time.
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Jenniferhg4437fg
Nov 18, 2025
Beginner Friendly. Awesome vibes 😎 - As someone who had not hit the gym in a long time and had never caught a wave before, I can confidently say you’ll catch a lot more than you think with Jake! I was pretty nervous going into it, but they gave crystal clear instructions and safety tips with guidance all the way into the water, which made the whole experience a lot simpler. Definitely beginner friendly!
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Sightsee32579238623
Nov 14, 2025
Surfing with Luise in Waikiki - Took a surfing class yesterday and had an absolute blast! My instructor, Luise, was skillful and super patient—he made everything easy to understand and fun to learn. Thanks to him, I felt confident out on the waves and enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommend taking a lesson with Luise! 🌊🏄‍♀️😄
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Gina_r
Nov 10, 2025
Surf with a Firefighter! - Knowledgeable, great instructor! Beginner status for our family. 7th grader loved it and my husband did too! Didn’t go the whole time as they were SPENT! Thank goodness Jake recognized it!
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Gina
Nov 8, 2025
Surf with the Firefighter! - Great communication. Easy to navigate the beach area. Jake was a kind, knowledgeable instructor for the guys (aged 12 and 44!) 10 min skill session then off to the water they went! Finished early as the guys were exhausted from catching waves thanks to Jake.. Recommend!
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349katherinez
Nov 8, 2025
Highly Recommended Surf Instructor! - The surfing coach was amazing — super friendly, patient, and very professional! He kept encouraging me the whole time and made the lesson really fun, so I gladly tipped him — he really deserved it! I’d strongly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn surfing here. If my friends ever come to O‘ahu, I’ll definitely tell them to book with him!
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Megan_g
Oct 9, 2025
The kids had an amazing... - The kids had an amazing time. We had an autistic child who was able to participate, received one on one help in the water, and had a blast. As a mom, loved that they have advanced first aid/life support training.
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Megango9431gj
Oct 4, 2025
Best Surfing lessons on Waikiki - Amazing experience. All the kids had one to one help, lessons were tailored to each of their abilities. Our oldest has Autism and had a great time. The guys were wonderful. Love that they are Firefighters and have additional safety training. Definitely recommend and will book with them again!
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Yongyi_x
Oct 30, 2025
not satisfy - It’s unfortunate that when a vendor or your company decides to cancel a booking for any reason, the only response is to issue a refund without offering any alternatives or assistance. This approach can be quite disappointing, especially for customers who are on vacation and have planned their schedules around these experiences. When something gets canceled, travelers often don’t just want a refund — they want a solution. A proactive effort to help rebook, offer an alternative experience, or at least check if we’d prefer that option would go a long way in building trust and satisfaction. I didn’t book through your service just for convenience; I booked because I expected a hassle-free experience and customer care that goes beyond processing refunds. I truly hope you take this feedback constructively and consider ways to make your process more guest-focused — helping customers continue their adventures, not just end them with a cancellation notice.
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From $80
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).