Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons in Waikiki
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REAL WAVES - AND MORE OF THEM! We’ll take you to the real lineup where the best and longest waves happen. REAL SURF INSTRUCTION. Ty Gurney Surf School has the lowest student-to-teacher ratios anywhere in Waikiki. We book no more than 2 students per instructor to ensure that every minute of your time with us is spent riding waves and learning to surf. SAFETY FOCUSED. We put safety first without sacrificing fun! All instructors maintain current CPR, Ocean Lifeguard, and First Aid Certifications. Our team’s experience and expertise as both individual surfers and professional surf instructors ensures that you’ll be surfing and learning with the best.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(55)
Another great session with Ty Gurney Surf School! I had a two-hour lesson on August 8 with Aiden, and this was another step forward in getting back into surfing. The ocean was pretty placid that morning, so there wasn’t a ton to work with, but Aiden made the most of what we had. He paddled up from his previous lesson right before our start time, introduced himself, and we headed straight out. One of the first things he did was ask what I wanted to work on. He listened, addressed exactly those areas, and did a great job explaining what I could change and why. We worked on my paddling, positioning, and catching waves on my own 9’6” board. I caught some waves and whitewater, got to my feet, and kept working even when the ocean wasn’t giving us much. Toward the end I was still hoping we’d get one more good wave—which probably says everything about how much fun I was having. This was also the first time I’ve done the full two-hour lesson with Ty Gurney. My first lesson, back in June, was on one of their big 12-foot boards with a lot of assistance. Since then I’ve gotten my own board and have been learning how to do more and more for myself. It’s harder, but it’s also much more rewarding. Aiden was patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and gave me tips I can actually take with me when I’m surfing on my own. And as I was getting started, the previous group was coming back in from better conditions earlier that morning. The smiles on their faces said plenty about their experience too. Another great morning in the water. I’m really enjoying the progression and will absolutely keep coming back to Ty Gurney Surf School. Mahalo, Aiden! Can’t wait for the next one. 🤙🌊
We had a great time being instructed by James & Tyler! Both very knowledgeable. They kept us safe & comfortable the whole time. I'd highly recommend 'em!
Ryan helped our daughter have an amazing first surf experience! Highly recommend and good value for private lesson!
Marco was an excellent instructor did warm-up exercises and showed how to get onto the board on sand before heading out into the water and his one-on-one instructions were perfection even got to see a turtle swimming in the ocean highly recommended
Our kids (13 & 24) had a blast doing the one-hour semi private surfing lesson with Pete! Despite never having surfed before, they both got up a few times and even saw a few sea turtles while out!
Thank you!!! We had so much fun surfing with Keanu and Stoni! So glad they got enjoy surfing and got to see some of our ocean friends as well! We hope you keep surfing and come back soon :)
Nico was amazing! My daughter had said it was top 5 experience of her life surfing with the corral and sea turtles beneath. Had so much fun we booked a second lesson an hour after she finished! Thank you!!
Thank you so much! We had so much fun surfing with Morgan and helping her create memorable experiences. We're looking forward to her upcoming lesson! Big Mahalo and see you guys soon :)
Fantastic experience! Was a new surfer (67F) and the guide was very patient and fun! I was able to get up and actually surf!! Would highly recommend!
Big mahalo!! We can’t wait until we get to see more and more of you! Always a pleasure. Oodles of aloha from all of us!
We had great instructors. I really enjoyed it!! My 14 year daughter enjoyed it as well, but I think i enjoyed it more.
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review! We loved teaching you and your daughter! Keep going, and come back to see us soon! Lots of aloha from the Ty Gurney crew!
Excellent instructor, very patient, practiced the moves for standing on the surf board on land. Then off you go.
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review! We loved teaching you, and we’re so glad to help you improve your surfing skills! Keep going, and come back to see us soon! Lots of aloha from the Ty Gurney Surf School crew!
It was a very fun experience! They took us to a spot that had better waves for the day. The team was fun and super nice We would definitely do it again
Thank you!! It was a great time taking you out surfing. You shredded out there! We are so glad we were able to find some nice waves for you and that you had fun with our team! Keep surfing, and we hope to see you back again soon. Aloha!!
