Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

About this experience

Here at Ohana Surf Project we believe our clients are like family, and we strive to provide the best service to every person who chooses to join us on the water and we welcome their loved ones who come along to support them as well. We are passionate about surfing and specialize in three ways of teaching you how to glide across the water: surf, stand up paddle and bodyboard. All of our staff members have been in the business for many years and are some of the finest instructors in the industry. We love what we do and we enjoy working together, as a team and as ohana to make our students feel safe, comfortable, and successful.

Our biggest priority is SAFETY! All our coaches and guides are professional, trained in safety (CPR, lifeguard, first aid), and friendly.

We look forward to welcoming you into our ohana and showing you the aloha spirit that has kept each of us here in Hawaii-- enjoying life & good company, respecting the 'aina (our mother earth), having fun and staying active.

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

• 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 advise the staff ahead of time as a private lesson may be required.
• If any participants have medical conditions or injuries, 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. We will do our best to accommodate, but cannot guarantee, Japanese, Korean, Spanish or Chinese speaking-instructors without enough advance notice.
• Complimentary transportation is available from select locations in Waikiki. Exact pick-up location and time will be emailed to you by the supplier. If you do not receive these details 24 hours prior to your lesson, please contact Ohana Surf Project.

Cancellation policy

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

Available tour options

• Duration: 1 hour Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Ratio of two students to one instructor. 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 Requirements: All ages & abilities. Recommended for children 6 and younger, non-swimmers, students with experience. 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
• Duration: 2 hours 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: 1 hour Requirements: Must include at least one child 12 or younge & one parent. All participants must be able to swim and paddle their own boards. Pickup included
• 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: 1 hour Requirements: All ages & abilities. Recommended for children 6 and younger, non-swimmers, students with experience. Pickup included