Do I need previous surfing experience for these lessons?

No prior experience is required. The SURFCAMP is designed for beginners through intermediate surfers.

What is included in the SURFCAMP–5 Sessions package?

The package includes five two-hour lessons, plus all necessary gear: surfboards, leashes, wax, and surf shirts.

Are there age restrictions for the camps?

Yes, group, semi-private, and private camps require participants to be 13 years or older, while kids’ private camps accept ages 6 and up.

Is the surf school insured and certified?

Hawaii Waves Surf School is fully licensed, insured, and led by certified instructors and Red Cross lifeguards.

What safety measures are in place during lessons?

Multiple instructors and lifeguards monitor each session closely, and ocean conditions are continually assessed for safety.

Can I choose private or group lessons?

Yes, options include group lessons (3+ surfers per instructor), semi-private (2 per instructor), and private lessons.

North Shore Surf Sessions with Hawaii Waves Surf School | Surf

Haleiwa, located along Oahu's famed North Shore, pulses with the energy of pounding surf and the timeless rhythm of the Pacific. At 61-529 Kamehameha Hwy, Hawaii Waves Surf School offers an authentic gateway into this legendary surf culture through its SURFCAMP – 5 Sessions package. This opportunity invites anyone aged 6 and up to engage with the ocean over five dedicated sessions, each lasting two hours, designed to build skills, confidence, and respect for Hawaii’s iconic waves.

The North Shore isn't just a global surf destination; it’s a stretch of coast where the powerful winter swells sculpt dramatic wave faces, and summer waves mellow to perfect beginner breaks. Hawaii Waves Surf School sets itself apart with a high instructor-to-student ratio, ensuring personalized attention and safety. Each session includes everything needed—surfboards, leashes, wax, and surf shirts—removing typical barriers and letting you focus entirely on mastering the water.

Their certified instructors and lifeguards, trained under Red Cross and Hawaii state standards, monitor ocean conditions keenly, adapting lessons to both novice and intermediate surfers. Whether you join a group, semi-private, or private camp, the dedication to tailored progression keeps you challenged without overwhelming.

Beyond technique, these sessions offer a glimpse into the cultural fabric of the North Shore, where surfing is not only sport but a respected tradition. The reef-lined shores, teeming with endemic flora and frequented by sea turtles, set a vivid stage. Learning to ride waves here means connecting with nature’s power in one of the world’s premier surf environments.

Hawaii Waves Surf School embodies the spirit of these shores: adventurous yet approachable, expert yet encouraging. Their surf camps offer more than lessons— they offer immersion into an essential Hawaiian lifestyle and the thrill of the ocean that calls so many to these shores every year.