easy
1.5–2 hours
No specific fitness level required; basic swimming ability helps but is not mandatory for beginners.
Ready to ride the waves? Discover the thrill of learning to surf in Haleiwa with expert instructors at North Shore Ohana School of Surfing. Perfect for beginners, this group lesson delivers fun, safety, and Hawaiian ocean magic all in one session.
3-6 Surfers • 1.5 hours • Ages 16+ • All Gear Provided
Join a thrilling group surf lesson on the North Shore, where you'll learn from a CPR-certified instructor in a fun, supportive environment. Experience wave riding, ocean safety, and etiquette while surrounded by stunning marine life, including sea turtles and dolphins. Create unforgettable memories with friends in this unique ocean adventure!
Join in on group of other students learning how to surf. Our group lessons are designed for 3+ students. All lessons include detailed instruction about surfing etiquette, wave selection, and respecting the oceans' delicate ecosystem. We honor student to instructor ratio of 3:1. If you are a group of three or more and prefer to have an instructor dedicated to your group only, please see the Private Group Lesson item option. 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 2-hour experience consists of a land lesson, safety briefing g, ocean reading knowledge, along with surfing etiquette. Followed with a lot of wave riding! Leaving you all with smiles and a fun shared memory to take home. 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!
Get to the beach 15-20 minutes early to secure a good location and settle in before your lesson begins.
Protect yourself and the reef by applying reef-safe sunscreen before heading into the water.
Pay close attention to your instructors' safety instructions and tips for catching waves.
Bring water and drink regularly to stay hydrated during your surf session.
Haleiwa was once a small pineapple shipping town, now famous as a hub for world-class surf and Hawaiian culture.
The area emphasizes reef-safe products and sustainable surf tourism to preserve Hawaii’s natural beauty and marine life.
A swimsuit or wetsuit keeps you comfortable and allows flexibility while paddling and riding waves.
summer specific
Protects your skin and preserves Hawaii's coral reefs during your ocean time.
Provided by the school, but you can bring your own if preferred for comfort and familiarity.
Useful for drying off and changing after your lesson at the beach.