Danetta is a fun and very patient swim instructor. She taught my son how to swim. My son did not…read morealways make it easy on her. Danetta always found a way to make it fun and he learned so much from her. I'm very thankful to her for helping to create a love for water and swimming. Thank You Danetta!

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I found Zack through a chance recommendation from a local tour guide, and his coaching turned out…read moreto be the perfect match for improving my surfing skills. What sets Zack apart is his methodical approach - before even entering the water, he had me sit to observe the waves and other surfers, providing valuable context through years of practice and wisdom. His teaching technique corrected several bad habits I'd picked up from previous coaches. He taught me to properly maneuver my board, when to sit and relax, and to always LOOK UP! and focus on the coconut trees :D for direction. His exceptional intuition of the water made me feel completely safe so that I can focus on the things I can control and the skills I want to develop. Thanks to Zack's guidance, I surprised myself by standing up and riding several waves with ease. Beyond our one-on-one session, I noticed his generosity in offering tips to other surfers nearby. The personalized attention and expert instruction made this 1:1 session absolutely worth booking for anyone looking to genuinely improve their surfing skills and of course to have a good time. Mahalo Zack! ‍‍​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Zach and his team made our surfing experience phenomenal…read more The communication was very prompt and detailed. My young (4 year old) son had a BLAST with Zach as his instructor. Zach did really well listening to the kiddo and showing him how to be comfortable and have fun learning to surf. My teenager cousin and I also felt like we were in capable hands and had a lot of fun. We're considering seeing if we can squeeze in a second session on this trip.

We rented snorkel gear during our recent trip out here. The gentleman that helped us went above and…read morebeyond in explaining where to go given the current conditions and even recommending going to a different section at high tide later in the day to see even more fish. We could not have had a better experience. I tried to go back later to thank him for taking such wonderful care of us but alas he was no longer there. We were so impressed by the level of service that we received. We would heartedly recommend renting from them in the future. As an aside note, the shrimp truck close by was really great as well. My wife and I still think of the Mac salad and garlic rice.

Such helpful crew! The lifejackets were really comfortable…read more! A bunch of food trucks in the lot so don't worry about packing lunch ! Very friendly staff all in this lot seems like all the small businesses help each other out

This place rocks! I took a 3-day surfing lesson pkg with a great instructor named Hayden at the…read morebeach in Del Mar, CA. Hayden was super friendly, patient, skilled and made me feel comfortable. He had me up and surfing the first hour! The price is reasonable, the weather perfect (Del Mar, CA) near San Diego! I would recommend this instructor to anyone who wants to learn to surf, young or old! Offices In Oahu and San Diego http://www.wbsurfing.com/willis/learn.html

From the owner: Welcome to WB surfing. We are a family owned and operated business who has been sharing the aloha…read moreof surfing for over four decades. Our mission is to teach you the "Sport of Kings", (aka surfing), in a safe and effective manner so you may experience all the wonder and excitement of riding a wave. Our instructors are trained and certified to provide you with all the skills you will need to become an avid surfer. As a surfer you will learn to enjoy the blessings the ocean so freely gives. We want to share this experience with you because we know it will enrich your lives, as it has for all of our family and friends.

Taking my first surfing lesson with Mikey in North Shore was an incredibly positive experience! I…read morecaught several waves during the lesson and got a good sense of surfing etiquette and fundamentals. North Shore waves are generally bigger so I was a little nervous, but Mikey was a rock out there and did a great job making the experience safe and fun so you can get the most out of the lesson. I appreciated that we started on time and were in communication leading up to our meeting point. I highly rec taking a lesson with him whether you're new or intermediate at surfing. Go out there and you'll have a blast. Next time I'm in Hawaii, I'll be sure to take a few more lessons with Mikey. Mahalo!

While Haleiwa was actively under evacuation warnings from potential flash flooding and extreme…read moreweather conditions (high wind, dangerous surf, downed power lines, etc), Chance was still offering to take people out. Not only is that an extreme liability, but these are NOT conditions that are safe to learn to surf in! Check in with the many other local instructors who know when to prioritize your safety, because this isn't one of them. What an off-putting interaction.

I booked a 90-minute, two-person lesson to take with my 11-year-old son (on the tall side of 11;…read morehe's 5'2"), and we both had an amazing time! Chance is a great teacher. It was a beginner lesson for both my son and me. I took a lesson on Maui 15 years ago (I won't name names, because it was so long ago), and back then it felt like my husband and I spent half an hour on the beach learning how to pop up with vague instructions a'la Paul Rudd.... Fast-forward to today; I was expecting something similar, but it was quite the opposite with Chance. During our lesson today with him, we spent a few minutes on the beach going over safety, a few more practicing standing up, and then we were in the water catching waves! It was so much fun, and we plan to book a refresher with Chance the next time we're on Oahu. Oh, and Chance is currently a bit of a local surfing celebrity; while we were out there, other pros were congratulating him on his big wave from last week. It was featured on SurfLine, or you can check it out here: https://www.surfline.com/surf-news/wave-day-chance-king-oahu-outer-reef-january-22/143222

Rosies Surf School is unlike any other of the surf schools you'll find on the North Shore. We had…read morealready been to a few other schools and, while it had always been fun, we knew that we would stick with Rosie after the first day surfing with her. Rosie is definitely a natural teacher; while she was always very patient and understanding, she knows how to push you just enough to make you progress and improve. I'm not gonna lie - Rosie will be on your ass and make sure you have the right posture and stance and obey surf etiquette on every ride. Some days it was tough but it is oh so worth it! Her way of knowing the waves and adjusting your stance allowed us to catch our own waves and make turns after only a week! Of course you can go with another school. Of course you can just rent a board and try catching your own waves like a helpless idiot and be over surfing after a couple of hours. From my experience, though, it's worth investing in a good surfing instructor like Rosie. Apart from earning you some extra understanding from the locals who can tell you're a beginner - more importantly - she knows the waves and can tell you which ones to paddle for so you don't completely spend yourself trying to go for waves you won't be able to catch as a beginner. For those of you out there who are thinking of taking up surfing, go with Rosie. She is the most patient and competent surf instructor I have gotten to know on Hawaii. Her easy-going nature and flexibility when it comes to scheduling your lesson are a major plus and if you are willing to put up with a couple of scrapes and wipe-outs and will listen to her corrections, you will be standing on those waves in no time.

I have been surfing for the past five years and love surfing so much! But I've been struggling…read moreincreasingly to catch waves and have grown frustrated. Rosie coached me through all this, had very clear and explicit advice on how to overcome and unlearn bad habits and great tips on new techniques! Most importantly, she helped me to catch waves and have fun! I plan to do this for the rest of my life and I am so grateful that I got to spend a few days surfing with Rosie, absorbing her mindset and taking in as much of her advice as I can. Plus, her local knowledge is a major plus ;) She is extremely patient, a great communicator, sensitive to what waves and conditions will be best for your level and listens to what it is that you are looking for - even as she pushes you into new challenges she knows (and soon you realize, too) you can handle! I look forward to surfing with her again. Thanks for rejuvenating me, being a positive influence and the epic time! Mahalo!

My fiancée and I had our first surfing lesson with Lawrence the other day, and we had an amazing…read moreexperience! Everything we needed was provided, so all we had to do was show up ready to learn. Lawrence gave us clear, easy-to-follow instructions that made us feel comfortable and confident in the water. We caught a ton of waves, and Lawrence was incredibly patient and encouraging throughout the lesson. He even helped my fiancée paddle out since she's much smaller, which made a huge difference and showed how attentive he is to each student's individual needs. We had so much fun and can't wait to come back for another lesson with Lawrence and the North Shore Oahu Surf School. Highly recommend!

Koa led my kids on a great surfing adventure! They were up and surfing pretty quickly and did…read moreawesome! Great experience!

Sérgio is the best surf teacher! Aloha vibe, friendly and very patient! My daugther (7), and my son…read more(6), had a lot of fun during their first surf lesson :)

Best instruction for Surfing that I have ever received. Sergio makes it so easy, just three things…read moreto remember to do and you're up and surfing. What a fun experience with Island Style Surf School!!!

We had SUCH an amazing time with 808 Surf School!!…read more Andy was the best-- professional, knowledgeable, really attentive, and made us feel safe and comfortable in the water the whole time. He explained everything in a way that made it easy and not intimidating at all. This was my boys' VERY FIRST time surfing ever, and they both got up and rode waves ‍ It was the coolest thing to watch--they were so fearless and had the best time. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. If you're even thinking about surf lessons, this is 100% the place. Andy is awesome

I had a very disappointing experience with this surf lesson, and I would not recommend it…read more The instructor took us to a location where the water was extremely shallow and there were little to no waves. We ended up having to spend about 10 minutes driving to another spot, where the waves were still very small. The lesson also consistently ended almost 10 minutes early to take photos, even though we never requested or asked for photos. I would much rather have that time used for actual instruction. More importantly, I did not feel that the instructor was paying close attention to the student. He often looked away from the student and seemed more focused on relaxing and looking down into the ocean rather than actively watching and teaching. There was also very little constructive instruction once we were in the water. Overall, the experience did not feel professional or worth the money. I would not recommend this surf lesson to others.