Catch the excitement, and waves, of Maui’s top-notch surfing scene during this 2-hour beginner lesson taught on the island’s South Shore. Join a professional instructor from a school with 20 years of experience, learning tips and tricks for surfing technique. Then test out your skills in a 20-acre (8-hectare) marine park, offering a variety of surf breaks for students of all skill levels.

• Learn to surf during a beginner lesson on Maui’s South Shore
• Take a lesson in a 20-acre (8-hectare) marine park with waves to suit all skill levels
• Get an introduction to surfing safety and technique before hitting the water
• Follow the instructor into the waves to test your new knowledge
• Test skills like catching a wave, standing up, and riding the wave toward shore
• Discover the philosophies behind the art of surfing
• Choice of several departures throughout the day

What To Expect

Head to Maui’s South Shore for your surfing lesson, choosing from among a range of morning start times that suit your schedule. Meet your instructor and begin class with a safety lesson on how to enter the water and an introduction to surfing technique.

Spend the next two hours out in the water with your instructor, offering a chance to get the hang of catching a wave, standing up, and riding the wave toward shore. You’ll also learn more about the philosophy behind the surfing mindset, discovering the unique combination of focus and skill required to excel in the ever-changing conditions of the Pacific.

When you finish your two-hour session, head back to shore, where you can celebrate your success during a quick rundown with your instructor. Those who are looking to continue the fun can make plans to take an intermediate or advanced lesson.