Oahu Semi Private Surfing Lesson
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Oahu Semi Private Surfing Lesson
By North Shore Surf Girls - Surf School
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Duration: 2h
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- Kahalewai Place, Kahalewai Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USAThis is our Winter Surf Location. In the Summer we are at Chun's Reef, which is located 3 miles 61-507 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hi 96712. You can call us at 1-808-637-2977 if you have problems locating us.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6975P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
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- Journey3938650 contributionsGreat surfing lessonAimee is an awesome coach! Very fun very knowledgeable of the ocean and a highly skilled surfer. I learned a lot from my lesson with her.Written 14 January 2025
- 464heathert0 contributionsBest Surf Lessons on North Shore!Our instructor Amy was amazing. She was patient and helpful with my teenagers and my husband, and all three had multiple successful attempts at surfing. They are hooked and can’t wait to come back to Hawaii and do it again! The meeting point was easy to find, all gear was provided, and there was even a photographer that got amazing pictures we could purchase after. North Shore Surf Girls was amazing!Written 29 December 2024
- 362gilbertp0 contributionsWhat a great experienceWe had an amazing experience with The North Shore Girls! From start to finish, their professionalism and politeness stood out. We felt completely safe the entire time, which made the experience all the more enjoyable. Our instructor, Amy, was absolutely fantastic—she gave clear, helpful feedback and made sure we all felt confident in the water. We really appreciated that we were given plenty of time to catch waves, and it was such a great feeling when everyone in our group was able to stand up on the surfboard! Highly recommend this group for anyone looking to learn how to surf in a fun and supportive environment.Written 14 November 2024
- Resort5598590 contributionsFantastic family and private surf experienceWe had such a great time with North Short Surf Girls. My family did a private family lesson and then I did a private lesson as well. Wonderful group of women who are very friendly, supportive, great teachers, and provide a wonderful experience for all ages.Written 17 October 2024
- catherinemL3374TX0 contributionsAwesome Surf Lessons with North Shore Surf Girls!Lilly with NSSG was an amazing surf coach - patient, kind, full of encouraging words, and genuine praise when I got things right!Written 16 September 2024
- vincentlecocq620 contributionsBest memory ever!The lesson was amazing. Lillie (sorry if the writing is not good) was very kind,funny and very educational. We all managed to get up and ride the waves. The place is beautiful and much less crowded than Waikiki I highly recommend this course. My daughters and I loved it so much If you feel a little peckish after surfing Lillie also recommanded us a very nice place to eat after the course : Surf'n'salsa. 5 minute by car a lovely place with delicious foodtrucks Thank you girls for this unforgettable memory.Written 14 August 2024
- rpkenney20 contributionsThey all got up- surfingThe instructors were very thorough, patient, and positive. All 6 of my kids, and my wife got up on the waves. We had a lot of fun and made some lasting memories. Thank youWritten 20 July 2024
- Icerrs270 contributionsBest Surfing with the Best SurfersWe had an incredible experience with North Shore Surf Girls! Our instructor, Josh, who coincidentally is also from Jersey, was amazing and great with our kids. Carol, the owner and my daughter’s tandem partner, was the best—she made my kids feel so comfortable surfing for the first time. We highly recommend North Shore Surf Girls and will definitely be back next time we visit Hawaii!Written 14 July 2024
- L1417VRkylee0 contributionsA great time my family will never forgetInstructors were awesome and all of my kids did great even our little 9yr old. I would highly recommend. With 2 hours we had plenty of time for multiple runs.Written 10 July 2024
- tingtang40 contributionsGreat instructor!Teen daughter’s single wish for this trip was to learn to surf. Carol delivered! Our daughter enjoyed the entire lesson and learned so much! Carol was a great instructor and taught the “why” for the skills. This helped our daughter become confident in just one lesson. Now she hopes to continue….too bad we don’t have waves at home!Written 20 June 2024
- 5laurah0 contributionsAmazing instructions and easy booking. Do it!My family and I did a private lesson and had the most amazing time! They took care of the children and adults alike - they had life vests for the kids and even suggested our 6-year-old ride tandem on the front of an a instructor's board to maximize her fun. And let me tell you she had a WONDERFUL time! The instructors (we had Lilly and Josh) were knowledgeable, capable, friendly, and fun. I really loved that so many of the instructors were women. If we come back to Oahu I'd 100% book with them again, and the kids give their vote of confidence as well. Bonus - online booking was super easy.Written 20 June 2024
- Ellen T0 contributionsJust do it!My husband is an avid surfer so while on honeymoon I wanted to take a lesson to experience it myself. Aimee was my instructor and gave clear directions about when and where to meet and what I needed to bring. After some tutoring on the beach we were out on the water and I was up surfing on my first attempt! I caught several more rides with Aimee’s help. Highly recommend North Shore Surf Girls!Written 8 May 2024
- jenniferjJ290JA0 contributionsLoved our Experience!So glad we used North shore Surf girls for our surf lesson. We were on our honeymoon and drove to north shore specifically for surfing. Aimee was so awesome, super knowledgeable, and helped me get up on my first wave! Highly recommend.Written 12 April 2024
- C2773NHjustinh0 contributionsExcellent Surfing Experience for Families!!!North Shore Surf Girls did a great job with our group of 4 teen girls (15, 17, 17, 18)! They all got up and road some waves! We did a private family lesson for 4 and got excellent attention by the instructors for each individual. I highly recommend using this outfit for your family surf experiences!Written 31 March 2024
- jenniesigler0 contributionsBest Surf Day for BeginnersAbsolutely the best memory for our crew of 8. Amy, Josh, and Ellie were so helpful, encouraging and kind. Our whole crew was up and going in 30 minutes, and we will sleep hard tonight after all that surfing! Thanks to Betty for capturing today in pics we will keep for a lifetime. Mahalo!Written 14 March 2024
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benoit h
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Apr 2024 • Family
We had a great time with Carol. I was with my two teens and the 3 of us were able to hop on the board and surf the wave almost instantaneously! Carol was able to guide us to take the good waves and gave us individual adapted tips after each wave. We loved it and truly recommend!
Written 8 April 2024
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Treated my daughters (28yo,25yo) to a semi private lesson with Northshore Surf Girls. It was a wonderful first time experience for both of them. Weather was a bit windy, surf a bit rough but they rocked it. Emma? their instructor (Sorry I only heard her name once) was attentive to each of the girls as they alternated instruction and catching waves. The location of the day was easy to find, easy to park and a pleasant location to watch from. It was also fun to watch some of the locals surfing! Professional photos at the end was a nice surprise and much better than the ones I took on my iPhone. My girls felt safe, received good feedback on their progress, worked hard and had fun. Would definitely recommend them.
Written 16 November 2024
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Kylie D
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The experience was top notch! I booked the experience two days earlier and was excited that they had room for us. The morning of, we received more specific instructions and asked if we would be willing to move our time up an hour (which worked perfectly for us). I loved supporting a woman owned business and anticipated a woman instructor.
Though shocked to learn they had multiple instructors some of which (maybe just one) are male, Josh was amazing! He gave us a great experience and we absolutely loved learning how to surf. I was initially nervous about riding a famous North Shore wave, the cove we learned in was very safe and fun!
Highly recommend! They provide you a rash guard . I would encourage some yoga skin tight leggings as well as to not get rash burn from sitting to paddling on your board.
Though shocked to learn they had multiple instructors some of which (maybe just one) are male, Josh was amazing! He gave us a great experience and we absolutely loved learning how to surf. I was initially nervous about riding a famous North Shore wave, the cove we learned in was very safe and fun!
Highly recommend! They provide you a rash guard . I would encourage some yoga skin tight leggings as well as to not get rash burn from sitting to paddling on your board.
Written 16 January 2024
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L G
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Apr 2024 • Family
My sister and I wanted to attempt to surf not having much confidence in our abilities. We saw the North Shore Surf Girls truck and met Carol and felt comfortable immediately and booked a semi-private lesson. She was so helpful giving us good instruction before we got in the water and once we paddled out she made it so easy and non-intimidating for us to catch waves. Both my sister and I accomplished our goals of standing up and riding waves in on the North Shore. I highly recommend North Shore Surf Girls. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. By the way I’m 59 and my sister is 61– now we are surfer girl grandmas!!!! :)
Written 22 April 2024
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Alison B
2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Our family of 4 had an amazing experience with North Short Surf Girls. My husband and I are in our mid 40’s and we have 9 and 13 year old daughters. All four of us had never surfed before and we were all able to get up and ride many waves. We received excellent instruction, loved the family time in the water, and just enjoyed the experience! I would highly recommend.
Written 2 April 2023
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Hamamatsu, Japan5 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
I have learned surfing in both indoor and outdoor practice gyms, but this is undoubtedly the best place to teach!
Don't be afraid of the real sea, the waves here are even easier to control than those in the practice gym. You can stand and walk on the beach, no need to worry about safety issues (the coach said: super safe!)
The two groups started at 9 o'clock, there were 2 coaches (and Ms. Carol who came to help later), and a photographer who helped to take pictures (her photos are great! Please don't worry about buying)
My friend and I successfully stood up and glided on the waves today~ We rushed in the waves of Hawaii! Although the weather was not very good, it was really cool...
Please don't hesitate to choose this course, because even people like us who were born in a city without an ocean can succeed.
There are three points to note: the sea water here is very salty; there may be traffic jams nearby outside of the morning; the specific meeting point information will be available in the morning of the dayℹ️
Don't be afraid of the real sea, the waves here are even easier to control than those in the practice gym. You can stand and walk on the beach, no need to worry about safety issues (the coach said: super safe!)
The two groups started at 9 o'clock, there were 2 coaches (and Ms. Carol who came to help later), and a photographer who helped to take pictures (her photos are great! Please don't worry about buying)
My friend and I successfully stood up and glided on the waves today~ We rushed in the waves of Hawaii! Although the weather was not very good, it was really cool...
Please don't hesitate to choose this course, because even people like us who were born in a city without an ocean can succeed.
There are three points to note: the sea water here is very salty; there may be traffic jams nearby outside of the morning; the specific meeting point information will be available in the morning of the dayℹ️

Written 16 February 2024
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非常感谢您详细而热情的评论!听到您在我们这里学冲浪有如此积极的体验,我们感到非常高兴。我们的团队努力为所有学生打造一个安全而愉快的环境,很高兴看到您的反馈反映了这一点。感谢您对我们的教练和摄影师的赞美,我们很高兴他们能够帮助您留下难忘的经历。希望很快能再次在海浪上与您相遇!
Written 17 February 2024
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Cyndi-Ryan
Washington DC, DC131 contributions
Aug 2021
We have been coming back to North Shore Surf Girls for the past 6 years and they ALWAYS make it a memorable, fun, and safe day! And big bonus... we have always caught a wave and stood up because of their determination to help us find a wave and shout out instructions on what to do. On this trip, I came with a party of 4 adults and 1 child; 2 of them with no surf experience ever. Carol and her team accommodated us - we had both Carol & Josh (the 2 best instructors ever) and we so appreciate their ability to teach, calm, and get in the ocean with all and give us the most incredible surf experience ever. We ALL got up (2 of us being over 50)! And, thank you Josh, for giving me and my son a "Party Wave" - surfing with my son right by my side... seriously, we will never forget it. Mahalo! We can't wait to use you again!!!!
Written 5 August 2021
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Bob N
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Sept 2023 • Couples
Great coach. She took her time with us and was very supportive in the water. Obviously very experienced, as she able to get 2 middled aged total newbies almost on our feet surfing. I would definitely recommend them if you are looking for surf lessons on the North Shore
Written 8 September 2023
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Josh C
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Jun 2020 • Couples
During the lesson both my girlfriend and were able to stand up while riding a wave many times. Carol was a passionate teacher who took genuine pride in our success. She was easy to talk to while waiting for waves and acted like we were just out there hanging out on the water with her giving tips and pushing us when we needed it. Overall, a great experience and will reccomend to our friends and family.
Written 7 June 2020
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RebeccaKuehn
Yukon, OK20 contributions
Jan 2020
I have wanted to surf my whole life, so it was important to me who I chose for my family's private lesson. I ran across NSSG online and they had great reviews, so we booked. The lesson didn't end up being private, but we did not feel rushed or neglected at all. Both Carol and Jenn are excellent instructors. They had everyone in the group up and surfing within an hour of starting. The instructions were thorough and easy to follow. They even took time afterwards to take a board to the beach and snap a photo of my family. I was very impressed and will 100% use them again!
Written 13 January 2020
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