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Group Surf Lessons for beginners on the North Shore of Oahu

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Overview

Whether your group are complete beginners or looking to refining techniques, the lesson is designed around your groups needs, ensuring faster progress and a more enjoyable time in the water. It's all about maximizing your groups learning and comfort in a way that suits you best.

What's Included

  • All equipment will be provided including: surfboard, surf leash and rash guard
  • Please wear your swimsuit and reef safe sun screen. Rashguards help to protect arms & shoulders.
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Meeting Location

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Kahalewai Place
Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA

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What To Expect

During our surfing lessons, you'll enjoy a fun ocean experience, tailored to your skill level. From arrival to riding your last wave, here’s what to expect:

Arrival and Introduction
Our instructors will greet you, provide gear, and give an overview of the lesson.

Safety Briefing and Surf Basics
We’ll cover ocean conditions and surf etiquette. You’ll learn key skills like paddling, standing, and selecting beginner-friendly waves.

Warm-up and Dry Land Practice
We’ll do a quick warm-up and practice the pop-up technique on land, focusing on foot placement and balance to prepare for the water.

Surfing Experience
Once ready, we’ll head into the ocean to catch small waves, guiding you through paddling and standing.

Catching Your First Wave
Your instructor will help you apply the pop-up technique, making your first successful wave ride an exciting achievement.

Continued Practice
As your confidence grows, we’ll refine your skills in balance, turning, and wave timing, helping you ride waves longer and with more control.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • This is a water activity, if you have struggles swimming please request a life jacket in advance.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: Will I get seasick on Group Surf Lessons for beginners on the North Shore of Oahu?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • All equipment will be provided including: surfboard, surf leash and rash guard
  • Please wear your swimsuit and reef safe sun screen. Rashguards help to protect arms & shoulders.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This is a water activity, if you have struggles swimming please request a life jacket in advance.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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