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Ride the waves together with private family surf lessons on Oahu’s North Shore. Perfect for young children, these sessions focus on safety, fun, and personalized coaching.
2 hours
easy
From $128.37
Family Friendly
Ride the waves together with private family surf lessons on Oahu’s North Shore. Perfect for young children, these sessions focus on safety, fun, and personalized coaching.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners in average physical condition, including young children
Wildlife
History
Haleiwa was established in the early 1900s as a plantation town and gained fame as Hawaii's surfing hub by the 1960s.
Conservation
Locals emphasize reef protection by promoting reef-safe sunscreen and beach cleanups to maintain reef health.
North Shore Surf Girls
Ride the waves together with private family surf lessons on Oahu’s North Shore. Perfect for young children, these sessions focus on safety, fun, and personalized coaching.
North Shore Surf Girls is a female-led surf school based in Haleiwa, Hawaii. The team specializes in beginner and family surfing experiences on the North Shore, offering group lessons, private sessions, tandem lessons for young children, and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) services. Instructors are former professional surfers and trained lifeguards, delivering instruction with an emphasis on safety, skill progression, and local ocean knowledge.
Lesson options include one- and one-and-a-half-hour group sessions, two-hour group lessons, private and semi-private lessons, a two-hour private family session with a 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio, and a tandem special for children aged two to eight. Surf packages often include all necessary gear and safety equipment. SUP services include rentals with delivery and pickup at Haleiwa Harbor and guided SUP lessons paired with river turtle tours.
Specialty experiences feature a Turtle Tour and Surf combination with a two-hour lesson followed by turtle viewing and Hawaiian shave ice, and a Sunset BBQ & Surf Lesson that combines evening surfing or a paddleboard turtle tour with a private sunset barbecue for small groups.
North Shore Surf Girls is known for a supportive, family-like atmosphere and a high success rate for students standing up in early lessons. The business emphasizes personalized attention, local expertise, and safe, memorable beach experiences for visitors to Oahu’s North Shore. Bookings are available for individuals, families, and groups, with private, semi-private, and group formats.
Instructors
Former pros & lifeguards
Local ocean expertise and safety
Location
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Prime North Shore surf spot
Lesson Types
Private & Group
Flexible session formats
Family Friendly
Tandem & Family
Kids ages 2–8 welcome
Book group surf lessons, private family sessions, or SUP rentals in Haleiwa — experienced instructors, safety-first coaching, and gear provided.
Wear reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and the ocean by applying reef-safe sunscreen before heading out.
Stay hydrated
Bring water and drink plenty before and after your lesson to stay energized.
Listen to your instructor
Follow all safety instructions closely to ensure a fun and safe surfing experience.
Use proper surf gear
Leash and rash guard are crucial to prevent board loss and protect your skin from irritation.
Rash guard
Protects skin from sun and board rash during paddling and waves.
summer
Swimsuit
Comfortable swimwear is necessary for water immersion and movement.
summer
Water shoes
Helpful for walking over rocky shorelines before surf entry.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local coral reefs during water activities.
summer