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Push your surfing beyond the basics with a two-hour intermediate group lesson on Maui’s south shore. Meet at Kalama Park, get a targeted land drill, then take coached sets over reef and sandbar breaks suited to advancing riders.
Push your surfing beyond the basics with a two-hour intermediate group lesson on Maui’s south shore. Meet at Kalama Park, get a targeted land drill, then take coached sets over reef and sandbar breaks suited to advancing riders.
A light wind lifts salt off the surface as the Surf Club Maui van waits in the parking lot at Kalama Park. In the two-hour window between tide shifts you'll move from a quick land drill to the reef-influenced breaks that define Maui’s south shore — waves that push, challenge and teach.
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Operated by Action Sports Maui · Kihei, Hawaii
A light wind lifts salt off the surface as the Surf Club Maui van waits in the parking lot at Kalama Park. In the two-hour window between tide shifts you'll move from a quick land drill to the reef-influenced breaks that define Maui’s south shore — waves that push, challenge and teach.
Surfing here traces to ancient Hawaiian practice but now leans on local know-how: instructors read the swell, pick breaks within the protected 20-acre marine park, and place you where sandbars and reef create clean peelers. Geologically the south shore is a mix of volcanic basalt coastline and reef flats; currents tease out peaks that are forgiving for pop-ups yet rewarding when a face opens.
Expect a compact routine: meet at the van, get fitted (water shoes and lycra provided), run a beach-side technique session, then paddle out in small groups. The instructor will coach positioning, paddling cadence and the pop-up under live conditions — practical progress for riders who already stand up on smaller waves.
Practical details matter: mornings tend to be flatter with lighter winds, while afternoons can build onshore texture. All participants must be able to swim and have moderate fitness; the lesson is hands-on but active. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel and a waterproof way to stash keys. Respect the reef and local swimmers; your instructor will brief on hazards and etiquette. With consistent coaching and the south shore’s variety of breaks, this lesson is a focused way to push skills in a tropical setting without chasing distant breaks.
moderate.
2 hours.
Moderate—should be comfortable paddling, treading water, and doing repeated pop-up attempts.
This is for intermediate riders: you should already be able to stand and ride smaller waves consistently and be comfortable paddling out through whitewater.
Boards, water shoes and a lycra shirt are included; bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, a towel and any medication you need.
Meet at the Surf Club Maui van in Kalama Park’s public lot in Kihei; the session runs about two hours including a short land lesson and in-water coaching.
The operator cancels for unsafe conditions; full refunds require cancellation at least 24 hours before the scheduled time per their policy.
Surfing is an ancient Hawaiian practice — modern lessons here combine that lineage with contemporary coaching in reef and sandbar environments.
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid stepping on coral, and follow instructor guidance to minimize impact on reef habitats.
Action Sports Maui operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A light wind lifts salt off the surface as the Surf Club Maui van waits in the parking lot at Kalama Park. In the two-hour window between tide shifts you'll move from a quick land drill to the reef-influenced breaks that define Maui’s south shore — waves that push, challenge and teach.
A light wind lifts salt off the surface as the Surf Club Maui van waits in the parking lot at Kalama Park. In the two-hour window between tide shifts you'll move from a quick land drill to the reef-influenced breaks that define Maui’s south shore — waves that push, challenge and teach.
Surfing here traces to ancient Hawaiian practice but now leans on local know-how: instructors read the swell, pick breaks within the protected 20-acre marine park, and place you where sandbars and reef create clean peelers. Geologically the south shore is a mix of volcanic basalt coastline and reef flats; currents tease out peaks that are forgiving for pop-ups yet rewarding when a face opens.
Expect a compact routine: meet at the van, get fitted (water shoes and lycra provided), run a beach-side technique session, then paddle out in small groups. The instructor will coach positioning, paddling cadence and the pop-up under live conditions — practical progress for riders who already stand up on smaller waves.
Practical details matter: mornings tend to be flatter with lighter winds, while afternoons can build onshore texture. All participants must be able to swim and have moderate fitness; the lesson is hands-on but active. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel and a waterproof way to stash keys. Respect the reef and local swimmers; your instructor will brief on hazards and etiquette. With consistent coaching and the south shore’s variety of breaks, this lesson is a focused way to push skills in a tropical setting without chasing distant breaks.