Adventure Brief
Learn to surf one-on-one at Kalama Park in Kihei, Maui. This two-hour private lesson uses gentle reef breaks ideal for beginners and includes boards, reef shoes and rash guards.
2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Learn to surf one-on-one at Kalama Park in Kihei, Maui. This two-hour private lesson uses gentle reef breaks ideal for beginners and includes boards, reef shoes and rash guards.
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The session begins with the ocean breathing quietly against the shore and an instructor waiting on the sand, board in hand and eyes on the horizon. At Kalama Park the surf is patient: a gentle, semi-shallow break that lets first-timers feel the rhythm of a wave rather than be knocked sideways by it. You’ll practice paddling, pop-ups and stance on the beach before stepping into water that often comes up to waist or chest depth.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; should be comfortable in waist-to-chest deep water and able to paddle for short bursts.
Wildlife
History
Kalama Park has been a community recreation site for decades; local surf culture in Kihei grew as the town expanded in the 20th century when road access to southern Maui improved.
Conservation
Stick to marked entry zones and avoid standing on coral; using reef-safe sunscreen and following instructor guidance helps protect fragile reef ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Private Surf Lessons for Beginners in Kihei at Kalama Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Check in with the instructor, suit up and complete a quick safety briefing before hitting the water to get the most from your two-hour lesson.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply waterproof, reef-safe sunscreen before you enter the water and reapply after surf practice to protect coral and skin.
Protect your feet
Reef shoes are provided but wear them when walking over rocky shallows and getting in and out of the surf to avoid cuts.
Book peak dates early
Lessons fill fast during spring, summer and winter holidays — reserve your private slot several weeks in advance for guaranteed morning availability.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and coral; apply before entering the water.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated during instruction keeps energy and focus up.
Quick-dry swimwear or boardshorts
Comfortable, non-restrictive clothing for paddling and popping up.
Light towel and change of clothes
For rinsing off and changing after the lesson; there are outdoor showers on site.