Surf & SUP Lessons
Surf & SUP Comparison
| Surf 101 | SUP KALAMA | SUP MAKENA |
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|---|---|---|---|
 Location | South maui – Kalama Park | South maui – Kalama Park | South Maui – Makena Bay |
 Time / Days | 8am & 10am / Mon – Sat | 8:00 am / Mon – Sat | 7:30 am / Mon – Sat |
 TIcket Types / Ages | Grp 10+ yrs. / Pvt 5+ yrs. | Grp 10+ yrs. / Pvt 5+ yrs. | Pvt 5+ yrs. |
 Price (from) | $99.00 | $99.00 | $169.00 |
 Inclusions | Snacks & Beverages | Snacks & Beverages | Snacks & Beverages |
 Instructor Tip | 8am Lesson Time best | Great Kihei Paddle | Great for a family outing / Exquisite coastline |
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Maui Surf Lessons
Kalama Beach Park in Kihei
Our Instructors Make it Easy & Fun!Our surf lessons are at Kalama Park in Kihei (South Maui). We love this surf spot for its gentle rolling waves, large surf area and a foot-friendly bottom. South Maui is also famous for its non-stop sunshine, beautiful sandy beaches and its hang loose vibe. If you have family members that do not want to have a lesson, Kalama Park is a large recreational park with shade trees, excellent viewing areas, cafes, coffee shops and shopping across the street.
On the day of your Maui Surf lesson we meet at Kalama Park about 15-30 minutes before your scheduled lesson time. We recommend putting sunscreen on 30 minutes a head of time. Upon arrival we’ll have you put on a rash guard and some booties. We’ll make sure we have the right size board for your dimensions (size and weight) and you are comfortable. Next is a thorough and fun beach instruction by one of our friendly guides covering the “How to’s”, the “How not to’s”, as well as the “How the heck do you do that” of surfing. Launch your board and paddle out with one of our experienced instructors and It’s all about surfing from here on. At the end, paddle in, retire your rash guard and booties in exchange for some refreshments and snacks.
At this point we promise that you’ll be hooked on surifng, maybe you’ll wanna come out again or rent a board and have some fun on your own.
Our Instructors Make it Easy & Fun!
Our surf instructors will welcome you with a friendly smile and get you set up with a rash guard and a proper sized board for your stature. Before you get tin the water, your instructor will show you the technique of surfing and have words of advice to help you optimize your time in the water. Then it’s surf time and the instructor will be in the water with you if you need any help or encouragement. We promise it will be one of your most cherished Maui vacation memories.
Family Surf Lessons!
Mom and Dad you’ll have nothing on the kids here – they are likely to be giving YOU pointers!“I can honestly say that surfing with the kids is one of the best activities we can do together as a family. We play in the water and spend quality time having fun together.”
Kids 9 & Under must go on a semi-private lesson for safety & supervision. All equipment is provided.
Kalama Beach Park – Kihei
Kalama Beach Park on Maui’s South Shore is a large park blanketed in warm sunshine most days of the year. There is an oceanside grassy area with shade trees for family members to watch, and the area is ideal for learning to surf and paddleboard.
*This is one of the only county-permitted locations for Maui paddle board lessons! There are only a few companies permitted by the county of Maui to teach surfing and standup lessons, we are one of them. Others will have you in spots that are a little too risky (crossing a highway to rappel down a cliff, or ask you to say it’s not a surf lesson if anyone asks, etc.). You decide. We take pride in safe, family fun lessons.
PRICE CATEGORIES
Group Tour(ages 10+)
Semi-Private(age 5+; Mini. 2 students)
Private Tour(ages 5+; One-on-one instruction)
$99
$159
$199
HEIGHLIGHT
Location
South Maui - Kalama Park
Time / Day / Ages
8am & 10am / Mon - Sat
Grp 10+ yrs / Pvt 5+ yrs
Private Tour
Private Tours Available
inclusions
Snacks + Beverages
Surf Equipment
Surf Equipment, Rash Guard & Booties
Guide Tip / Instructor
8:00am Lesson Best Time
SUP Lessons Kalama
Kalama Beach Park in Kihei
Our Instructors Make it Easy & Fun!Our SUP lessons are at Kalama Park in Kihei (South Maui). Enjoy the pure simplicity of Stand Up Paddling. Cruise the Maui coastline while you balance on an extra large surfboard for maximum stability. The views both above and below the water will amaze you, with Haleakala and the west Maui mountains in the distance on one side and Molokini Crater and Kaho’olawe on the other. Below the ocean surface, you will enjoy views of coral reef life. During whale season, you may even be treated to a Humpback sighting.
Your instructor is excited to get you out on the water enjoying the experience, however, we will take a few minutes to go over some instruction and tips on the beach beforehand. With help, you find yourself on the “sweet spot” of your board and away you go. Paddling effortlessly with a smile and your inner ninja so proud of you!
Professional, safe, and fun Instructors
Our instructors are the kinda guys and gals you want to have as a stand-up paddling buddy. No, they are not professional surfers riding the enormous waves of Jaws but they are more suited to helping you surf! Friendly, happy and encouraging, they will get you up and riding some waves! Nothing better than having fun on the water with some positive mojo!
Kalama Beach Park – Kihei
Kalama Beach Park on Maui’s South Shore is a large park blanketed in warm sunshine most days of the year. There is an oceanside grassy area with shade trees for family members to watch, and the area is ideal for learning to surf and paddleboard. Maui is family-friendly and this activity is no exception – we invite families with kids* as young as 10 to join a SUP tour.
We recommend the 8 am lesson time with kids so we can benefit from the calmest conditions of the day.
* All participants should be comfortable in the water and able to swim
* This is one of the only county-permitted locations for Maui paddle board lessons! There are only a few companies permitted by the county of Maui to teach surfing and standup lessons, we are one of them. Others will have you in spots that are a little too risky (crossing a highway to rappel down a cliff or ask you to say it’s not a surf lesson if anyone asks, etc.). You decide. We take pride in safe, family-fun lessons.
PRICE CATEGORIES
Group Tour(ages 10+)
Semi-Private(age 5+; Mini. 2 students)
Private Tour(ages 5+; One-on-one instruction)
$99
$159
$199
HEIGHLIGHT
Location
South Maui | Kalama Park
Time / Day / Ages
8am / Mon - Sat
Grp 10+ yrs/ Pvt 5+ yrs
Private Tour
Private Tours Available
SUP Equipment
SUP Equipment, Rash Guard & Booties, PFD as needed
inclusions
Snacks + Beverages
Guide Tip
Great Kihei Paddle
SUP Lessons Makena
Makena Landing in Kihei
Our Instructors Make it Easy & Fun!Our SUP lessons are at Makena Landing in Kihei (South Maui). Enjoy the pure simplicity of Stand Up Paddling. Cruise the Maui coastline while you balance on an extra-large surfboard for maximum stability. The views both above and below the water will amaze you, with Haleakala and the west Maui mountains in the distance on one side and Molokini Crater and Kaho’olawe on the other. Below the ocean surface, you will enjoy views of coral reef life. During whale season, you may even be treated to a Humpback sighting.
Your instructor is excited to get you out on the water enjoying the experience, however, we will take a few minutes to go over some instruction and tips on the beach beforehand. With help, you find yourself on the “sweet spot” of your board and away you go. Paddling effortlessly with a smile and your inner ninja so proud of you!
Professional, safe, and fun surf Instructors
Our instructors are the kinda guys and gals you want to have as a stand-up paddling buddy. No, they are not professional surfers riding the enormous waves of Jaws but they are more suited to helping you surf! Friendly, happy and encouraging, they will get you up and riding some waves! Nothing better than having fun on the water with some positive mojo!
Kalama Beach Park – Kihei
Kalama Beach Park on Maui’s South Shore is a large park blanketed in warm sunshine most days of the year. There is an oceanside grassy area with shade trees for family members to watch, and the area is ideal for learning to surf and paddleboard.
Maui is family-friendly and this activity is no exception – we invite families with kids* as young as 10 to join a SUP tour.
We recommend the 8 am lesson time with kids so we can benefit from the calmest conditions of the day.
* All participants should be comfortable in the water and able to swim
* This is one of the only county-permitted locations for Maui paddle board lessons! There are only a few companies permitted by the county of Maui to teach surfing and standup lessons, we are one of them. Others will have you in spots that are a little too risky (crossing a highway to rappel down a cliff or ask you to say it’s not a surf lesson if anyone asks, etc.). You decide. We take pride in safe, family-fun lessons.
PRICE CATEGORIES
Group Tour(ages 9+)
Semi-Private(age 5+; Mini. 2 students)
Private Tour(ages 5+; One-on-one instruction)
$99
$159
$199
HEIGHLIGHT
Location
South Maui | Makena Bay
Time / Day / Ages
7:30 am / Mon - Sat
Pvt 5+ yrs
Private Tour
Private Tours Available
SUP Equipment
SUP Equipment, Rash Guard & Booties, PFD as needed
inclusions
Snacks + Beverages
Guide Tip / Insider Tip
BEST SUP Experience - Great for a family outing / Exquisite coastline
Frequently Asked Questions
We have a variety of sites for surfing. See our surfing page. Best spot is Kalama Park in Kihei because of the long gentle rolling wave and the “friendly” bottom there. Great for kids!
We use soft top surfboards. These are appropriate for learning as they provide lots of flotation and support to keep you surfing.
You should be comfortable in the water. The lessons themselves take place in chest deep water.
Please be dressed to get wet. Ideally, you have a swimsuit. Guys wear board shorts, and ladies we recommend a one piece bathing suit. Also, sunscreen!
We provide the soft top surfboard, rash guard and booties. You would supply your own sunscreen and beach towel.
We are one of the most experienced water sports company and as such, have a great pool of instructors, equipment and good old fashion customer service! We are also one of the few commercially licensed surf providers with Maui county.