The service counter is located on the pool deck of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. It is accessible from the beach. If you are using the public beach access from Kalakaua Ave., the service counter will be on your fight as you hit the beach.
Description
Learn how to surf at the birth place of surfing with your very own certified Waikiki Beachboy. We are located in the heart of Waikiki, just steps away from the water's edge!
A private lesson is the best way to maximize your time on the water. Kids 12 and younger must take a private, one-on-one lesson for safety reasons. All participants must be able to swim.
Make sure to ask about the photo services (with additional charge) to capture the moment.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 5+)
$158
In demand: 70 of the next 150 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
No option
What's included
Included
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Surfboard
Not included
Gratuities
Souvenir photos & video (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions
Towels
Sunscreen
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
16 reviews
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How it compares in Oahu
Starting price $158 is 49% above the typical $106 for tours of similar length in Oahu
Excurgo comparison of 854 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You must be able to swim
Minors must receive legal guardian's approval
Waiver must be signed
Bring your own towel, sunscreen and rash guard
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson take?
Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson cost?
Prices start at $158 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM.
Does Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson sell out?
It can: 70 of the next 150 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The service counter is located on the pool deck of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. It is accessible from the beach. If you are using the public beach access from Kalakaua Ave., the service counter will be on your fight as you hit the beach. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 1 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Private One-On-One Individual Surfing Lesson worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Waikiki Beach Services.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Ryan T
August 5, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Incredible experience!!
Mason was awesome and had my teen year old daughter up and surfing for the first time in minutes. I ended up getting a lesson with him as well and he had me surfing in minutes, we even had a great conversation and he showed me how to watch the waves. I learned a lot in a short amount of time. I would highly recommend them to any one of any skill level or age!!
Operator response
Aloha Ryan! Mason is such an amazing and knowledgeable instructor, and a genuine person overall. We are happy to hear you and your daughter had such a positive experience with him in the water. We will be sure to send him your compliments. We hope to have you and the family back in the near future. Mahalo!
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R288WDraymondb
January 29, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Experience
I had a private surf lesson with Mike. At 62 surfing was on my bucket list and Mike was the perfect person to get me there. Kind, patient, thorough are just a few words to describe Mike. I would highly recommend a private lesson so you can enjoy some conversation with this outstanding person.
Operator response
Aloha! We are so happy to hear you had an unforgettable surfing experience with Mike. Thank you for your kind words, and you hit the nail on the head describing his persona. We will be sure to share your review with him. We hope to have you back soon to paddle into some more waves. Mahalo for taking the time to give us the 5 star rating, and write a review. We appreciate it! 🤙
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grliegrl21
July 7, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great Private Surfing Lessons
Really impressed with their surfing instruction for our 10 year old child. They loved every second of both lessons.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback. We are so happy your child had such a great time! We hope to have you back again. Aloha.
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F8929QZnancyr
May 30, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Fabulous first surf lesson!
I hope this message is to, or gets forwarded to the supervisor for both Dane and Tyler. I had a surfing lesson today with Dane. I got there early and hung around with Tyler for a while to get some pointers and the lay of the land. He was very personable and sweet, and a good representative for you guys.
Then I met Dane, and we began our land lesson, where he was clear, helpful and covered the needed subject until I was comfortable with the instructions. Let me say, I ama 69 year old woman, who was pretty nervous about the whole thing, but in reasonable shape, and a frequent swimmer. So, up for the adventure, but also a little scared! Dane was absolutely wonderful, reassuring and he literally towed me out to the waves after my neck kind of gave out with the paddling. I can't express how kind and supportive he was and I felt encouraged to keep trying to get up (difficult given a sore and constrained hip). He was always looking out for my safety and my limits. And after each faceplant, I was still laughing and enjoying every minute of it. I did get up for a few seconds and really, loved it so much, if we were not leaving tomorrow, I would book another lesson.
Just wanted to let you know that you have two lovely employees and I hope they both grow and prosper with your company. Solid guys. Thanks so much for this very cool experience! Please give them my regards.
Operator response
Mahalo for taking the time to write us a great review. We are so happy to know that Dane and Tyler made your surfing experience beyond amazing! Cheers to you for going through with it despite your doubts! Surfing isnʻt quite like riding a bike, and definitely is a challenge. We are so happy you decided to accept the challenge, and had the coolest experience!
Dane and Tyler are wonderful! We will definitely pass your kind words on to them and the WBS management team. Aloha 🤙
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kmcgeady
February 21, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Old dog, new tricks!
Had a fantastic private lesson with Matt little over a week ago. I had last surfed 45+ years ago so needless to say I was a bit rusty, but Matt was quick to get me back to riding waves again. Best of all, he delivers his surfing wisdom with a big dose of patience and good humor! I also bought the videos and pictures so I can relive that unforgettable hour.
Operator response
Mahalo for taking time to write a generous 5-star review. We are happy to hear that Matt took a good care of you. We will be sure to share it with him. Thank you, also, for mentioning of the photo/video option. It is not every day that you can get pics of yourself surfing, so it is definitely good to take advantage of the service. Mahalo again, and we look forward to having you again in the near future.
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510katg
December 26, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience for a first surf lesson!
My 12 year old took a private lesson with Matthew on Christmas Day. It was a fantastic experience! Matthew was very knowledgable, funny, and put my child at ease. He had her laughing while working on riding a wave and had her up on the board very quickly. He even entertained her from time to time by doing handstands on his board! She had a fantastic hour, learned to balance and ride the waves, and would absolutely be taking another lesson if we had not returned home. If you have a child looking to take a lesson, I highly recommend Matthew at WBS. In addition, Miwa, worked tirelessly for over a day to try and find another instructor for us for another lesson. Due to it being Christmas Day, we struck out. But, she went above and beyond in her efforts to find one for us. Thanks WBS! P.S. We also bought the pictures & videos of our kid!
Operator response
Wow! Thank you for the kind words and review of our surf lessons. We are so happy you had a positive experience with Matty--his handstands are very well known :) Stay safe and happy 2022!
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MiaHelene
December 25, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Great surf lesson for kids
Excellent lesson. My 8 year old daughter learned to surf in one hour and she loved her teacher. They also offer photos and videos (for a cost)- which are worth every penny because your kid surfing is the coolest thing! It’s very very very hard to find the location- so call for directions!
Operator response
LOVE that your 8 year old had such a positive experience on her surf lesson! Hope you got some photos for her to share with her friends. It will be such an awesome memory to look back on. Happy New Year!
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mikedU7503ZS
November 13, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Great time with Instructor Mike
My fiance and I signed up for private lessons with Mike and he was extremely helpful! He was very patient and by the end we had a somewhat decent success rate for our first time!
Operator response
Mahalo for taking the time to review your surf lesson with Mike--we like him and will keep him around ;) Hope we see you again in the new year!
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LauraJBB
January 7, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Fun Time in Waikiki for Last Day of Winter Break
Brought our kids here to enjoy surfing lessons in the past, so when we asked them what they wanted to do on their last day of Winter Break from school, they asked to come back! We enjoyed a great day of surf and sunshine with our favorite surf instructor, Don. He was so patient, and our 8 year old daughter was up and surfing in no time! We loved it and will be sure to return. Thank you for the excellent experience Don and all of the friendly staff!
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lovesmicronesia
August 13, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
It was tough for beginners.
I learned to surf first in Ala Moana, then in Lahaina on Maui, and this time in Waikiki. It was a little scary because there were so many people and I was about to hit them, or I had to jump off the board because I couldn't get around it. Well, it's the birthplace of surfing, so I guess that's not a problem, because the waves were high this time... I want revenge again.
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