moderate
2–3 hours
Participants should have moderate fitness and basic swimming skills to enjoy the lesson safely.
Catch waves with a certified instructor in a private group lesson on Hawaii’s famous North Shore. Perfect for families or friends, enjoy personalized attention and stunning ocean views.
3-5 Surfers • 1.5 or 2 Hours • Ages 7+ • All Gear Provided
Experience the thrill of surfing with a private group lesson tailored for families or friends. Enjoy personalized instruction from a certified expert, catch waves, and encounter stunning marine life like sea turtles and dolphins. This unforgettable adventure promises safety, fun, and unforgettable memories in the beautiful North Shore waters.
Our Private Groups Lesson is designed for families or groups made up of 3-5 surfers seeking a class with private instruction. When you book a private group surf lesson, your instructor(s) is exclusive to YOUR party. Your instructor is dedicated to personalizing your group experience and catering to your group’s individual needs. This lesson is great for large groups, wedding parties, family reunions, conference groups, etc. The student to instructor ratio will be determined at the time of booking based on your group’s size. Your lesson will be led by a professional Red Cross CPR certified instructor with years of North Shore ocean knowledge to ensure that your experience is safe, fun, exciting and full of laughs and smiles.
This 1.5 & or 2-hour experience consists of a land lesson how to stand up, safety briefing, surfing etiquette along with how we will be catching the most waves possible all while staying safe and having FUN! All Gear provided rash guard, leash and softtop or epoxy surfboard. No previous experience required.
The Winter & Summer season surf locations are also awesome snorkel spots to swim alongside our Native green sea turtles. While sitting in the surf line up the marine life that we see out surfing will be, green sea turtles daily by the dozens, humpback whales in the winter migrating season, spinner dolphins in summer season feasting off small schools of fish, schools of indigenous reef fish, & manta rays. 🐬🐋🐠🐢
At North Shore Ohana We love to offer that pride in our work, that if any one individual is unsatisfied with the surfing experience or service you're refunded your money back. No questions asked! All ALOHA!
Parking near Haleiwa beaches can fill up quickly, so arriving early ensures a hassle-free start to your lesson.
Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated under the Hawaiian sun during your surf session.
Protect your skin and the ocean by applying reef-safe sunscreen before you hit the waves.
Listen carefully and follow your instructor’s safety directions to enjoy the best and safest surfing experience.
Haleiwa is a historic surf town on Oahu’s North Shore, known as a surfing mecca since the 1960s.
Local surf schools emphasize reef-safe practices to protect the coral ecosystems and native marine life.
Provided by the school and tailored to skill level for a comfortable ride.
Protects skin while preserving the delicate marine ecosystem.
summer specific
Prevents chafing and offers extra sun protection during the lesson.
summer specific
Keep hydrated during your active time under the Hawaiian sun.