Not every Maui beach is kind to beginners, so this list sticks to surf schools at gentle, slow-rolling breaks like the Cove in Kihei. Most first-timers stand up within the first hour. Book the morning slot; onshore wind chops everything up by noon.
Learn to surf in the beautiful beaches of Kihei! Join our group surf lesson for two hours of expert instruction and ride the waves like a pro.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Amazing time and a great instructor, would definitely recommend to others interested in surfing lessons!”
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950 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $98.00by Surf Shack Maui
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Learn to ride the waves like a pro with our outrageous surf school lesson on Lahaina Side. Unleash your inner water warrior today!
★ 4.5“Great experience. This was both of our first times surfing and we got up on the surf board and rode a bunch of waves. Very beginner friendly and the instructor was great. Very honest and funny. We both would rebook for next time!”
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547 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $75.00by Outrageous Adventures Surf School
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Learn to ride the waves and catch the ultimate thrill in Kihei! Join our group surf lesson at Kalama Beach and master the art of surfing with expert instructors.
★ 5.0“Our instructor, Sarge, was encouraging, positive and a wealth of knowledge. We all caught waves. The pictures were incredible too and we couldn’t resist buying them.”
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264 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $108.61by Surf Club Maui
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Keen surfers embark on a Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson, but what unexpected challenges and thrills lie ahead in the legendary waters?
★ 4.9“Very nice and patient instructor, really friendly staff. I felt so comfortable and had a great time! Full recommendation! Thank you alm for a great experience!”
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235 reviews2 hoursFrom $125by Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy
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Experience the thrill of riding the waves together with a private surf lesson for two near Lahaina. Unforgettable memories and incredible surf skills await!
★ 5.0“Great experiences? Friendly and knowledgeable person, my family had a great time, I recommend it. My family would do it again when we come back.”
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189 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $145.30by Rivers to the Sea LLC
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Want to catch the perfect wave? Join our Beginner Group Surf Lesson and learn from the pros! Don't miss out on the ultimate beach adventure!
★ 5.0“We gave our 13 year old daughter her first surf lesson while vacationing in Maui. Goofy Feet did not disappoint. Two days before her lesson, Fabio called to move the lesson up 2 days and change locations due to better surf conditions. He was thinking…”
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154 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $125.00by Goofy Foot Surf School, Inc
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Learn to surf in paradise with group surf lessons from Kaanapali Beach. Catch the waves, have fun, and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!
★ 5.0“Devin was amazing! Super knowledgeable and a great teacher. Very kind and helpful as we were beginners.”
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143 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $120.46by Sea Maui Surf
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Discover the ultimate surfing experience in Lahaina Maui! Join our private group surf lesson and ride the waves like a pro. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
“Macky, best guy ever ! My wife her sister and me had such a great time. We all chatched the first wave right away! The big Boards helped a lot though”
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129 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $125.00by Keep It Simple Hawaii Surf School & Private Tours
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Learn to ride the waves like a pro at Waves Hawaii Surf School in Kihei Maui! Join us for an unforgettable surfing experience. Book your lesson now!
★ 5.0“Our instructors were great! We had varying skill levels, and the instructors worked one-on-one with each of us, based on our skill level. I highly recommend Waves Surf School. You will have a wonderful time!”
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118 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $103.12by Waves Hawaii Surf School
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Catch the waves like a pro with our semi-private surf lessons at Kalama Park in Kihei. Unleash your inner surfer and ride the thrill of the ocean. Book now!
★ 5.0“We had another wonderful experience at Maui Waveriders! This was our third year visiting and we have a better time each year!”
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102 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $109.95by Maui Waveriders
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Ready to catch some waves? Join our semi-private 2-hour surf lesson in Lahaina and ride the ocean like a pro. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
“Luke was chill and a great instructor. Perfect size waves for a beginner at this location. Highly recommend.”
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102 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $145.00by Keep It Simple Hawaii Surf School & Private Tours
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Never surfed before? Discover the thrill of riding Maui's waves with a private, personalized lesson from an expert instructor.
★ 5.0“Everyone in our group was able to get up on a board. Instructor was great and very patient. We all had a blast!”
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93 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $123.95by Rivers to the Sea LLC
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Learn to ride the waves like a pro with our private 2-hour surf lesson in Lahaina. Unleash your inner surfer and book now for an unforgettable experience!
★ 5.0“Austin was absolutely amazing. He was patient, knowledgeable and very personable. Austin made my experience 10 times better than my expectations.”
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83 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $205.00by Keep It Simple Hawaii Surf School & Private Tours
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Discover the thrill of riding the waves together with our group surf lessons at Kaanapali Beach. Join us for an unforgettable experience and catch the wave of a lifetime!
★ 4.5“It’s was so much fun and very informative. The whole staff was amazing and helped explain everything”
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82 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $120.00by Island Style Adventures - Maui Surf School Kaanapali
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Discover the thrill of riding the waves with our semi-private surf lessons at Kaanapali Beach. Unleash your inner surfer and make unforgettable memories in paradise.
★ 4.5“Instructors are great at this surfing thing! We all really enjoyed it! All of our teenagers LOVED learning how to surf. Have a new found respect for the ocean…the waves were AMAZING!”
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76 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $175.00by Island Style Adventures - Maui Surf School Kaanapali
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