easy
1–2 hours per session
Suitable for beginners in average health with basic mobility
Catch your first wave or hone your stand-up paddleboarding skills with Bully's Surf School in Lahaina, Maui. Perfect for beginners and families ready to embrace safe, patient instruction in some of the island’s most beginner-friendly surf spots.
Lahaina, perched on the western shore of Maui, Hawaii, offers some of the most approachable and inviting ocean conditions for water sports on the island. Here, Bully's Surf School transforms visitors of all ages and skill levels into confident paddlers and surfers with tailored stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and surf lessons. Whether you’re stepping on a board for the first time or sharpening your skills, Bully’s approach balances hands-on instruction with a deep respect for the Pacific’s rhythms.
The waters around Lahaina provide a unique schooling ground framed by soft, rolling waves ideal for beginners. Bully's Surf School takes advantage of perfect gentle surf spots and protected coves, allowing students to focus on technique without battling unpredictable currents. This accessibility draws families and newcomers alike, as confirmed by numerous parents who praise the school for launching their kids—from as young as four—straight into the thrill of catching their first waves.
What sets Bully’s apart is its dedication to safety and personalized attention. Highly experienced instructors have a patient, encouraging style, patiently guiding novices through everything from ocean awareness to board control. The instructors’ knowledge of Lahaina’s particular wave patterns ensures the lessons remain enjoyable and manageable.
Beyond skill-building, Bully’s Surf School offers an authentic taste of Hawaiian surf culture, emphasizing ocean respect and local traditions. The company’s flexible scheduling, especially in response to weather or sea conditions, means students always experience safe, optimal surf lessons.
For anyone visiting Maui looking to engage with its inviting waters, Bully’s Surf School offers an accessible and memorable gateway to stand-up paddling and surfing, making it a standout choice for adventure seekers eager to ride Lahaina’s gentle waves with confidence.
Morning sessions often offer smoother, smaller waves ideal for beginners learning to balance and paddle.
Protect your skin and Maui’s marine environment by choosing environmentally friendly sunscreen products.
Stay well-hydrated especially under the Hawaiian sun to maintain energy and focus throughout your lesson.
Pay attention to instructors’ guidance about wave behavior and board handling to keep yourself safe on the water.
Lahaina served as the historic royal capital of Maui and a key whaling port in the 19th century, with deep Hawaiian cultural roots.
Bully's Surf School emphasizes reef-safe practices and educates guests about protecting Maui’s delicate marine ecosystem.
Protects skin from sun and board abrasions during extended water time.
summer specific
Helpful for walking over rocky entry points or coral near shore.
summer specific
Keeps you hydrated before and after lessons under the tropical sun.
Convenient for drying off quickly between sessions and on the beach.