Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

About this experience

Come join us and enjoy the best surfing experience Waikiki can offer! The Group Lesson is an affordable way for participants 13 and older to try surfing for the first or 50th time.  Our group lessons offer that perfect mix of individual attention in a team environment. Everyone improves and everyone has fun. Our group sizes vary, but have a ratio of 1 instructor for every 4 students. With our high-quality boards, reef shoes and rash-guard shirts, instruction and video-viewing, and best-in-class, professional surf guides, we provide the ultimate group surfing lesson.

At a glance

• Duration: 2 hr

Itinerary and highlights

Hop on the Surf School Bus!

Enjoy our complimentary Waikiki shuttle to the Ohana Surf Center at the Waikiki Beach Marriott. Ride in our clean, air-conditioned yellow bus or white shuttle van with our logo. After check-in, gear-up, and a quick safety briefing, we’ll shuttle you to the beach.

Meet your instructor, discuss your experience and comfort level, then head to the ocean with your high-quality board. Once you're ready, we hit the water!

After your lesson, return to the Surf Center to view photos, videos, and shop merch—then we’ll shuttle you back to your drop-off location.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

• The Ohana Surf Center is located inside the Waikiki Beach Marriott Tour Bus/Uber entrance off of Paoakalani Ave. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your lesson time. Your pick up or meet at instructions will be emailed to you directly from Ohana Surf Project at least 24 hours before your lesson time.
• We offer courtesy pickup from Waikiki from our four standard pickup locations 10-45 minutes prior to your lesson time:(1) Ilikai Hotel (2) Romer Waikiki at the Ambassador Hotel (3) Don Ho Lane Van Depot (4) Hyatt RegencyFor customers staying at the Ala Moana Hotel, Hale Koa Hotel, Kahala Hotel and Resort, The Ritz Carlton or The Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, we may be able to arrange a special pickup closer to the hotel with a notification call or email at least 24 hours in advance.If either the customer or accompanying guest has a handicap or injury and needs to arrange a special pickup, please call or email us with 24 hours notice and we are more than happy to come directly to your hotel.

Languages and tickets

• Korean — Guide
• Japanese — Guide
• English — Guide
• Spanish — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• Ohana Surf Project

Accessibility and practical details

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If any participants cannot swim, please book a private lesson.
• If any participants have any medical conditions or injuries that we should be aware of please advise the staff ahead of time.
• If you are prone to seasickness, you may want to take a remedy you are accustomed to using before the lesson (talk to your doctor for recommendations).
• Please come prepared for the lesson by wearing your bathing suit, bringing a towel and making sure to apply sunscreen ahead of time.
• All of our written materials are also available in Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. With at least 24 hours notice, we will do our best to accommodate Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese speaking-instructors.
• Complimentary transportation is available from select locations in Waikiki.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

• Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Ratio of two students to one instructor. Pickup included
• Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Two students with one instructor. Pickup included
• Duration: 1 hour Requirements: Must include at least one child 12 or younger & 1 parent. All participants must be able to swim and paddle their own boards. Pickup included
• Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants of our open group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 2 participants required. Pickup included
• Duration: 1 hour Requirements: All participants of our exclusive group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 3 for this private group. Pickup included
• Duration: 2 hours All ages & abilities Pickup included
• Duration: 1 hour Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Two students with one instructor. Pickup included
• Duration: 1 hour All ages & abilities Pickup included
• Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants of our exclusive group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 3 for this private group. Pickup included