I signed up my 8 year old for his first surf lesson with Gone Surfing and the experience was amazing. I will totally recommened this company, they are very professional. They also got us some amazing photos and videos of him surfing. He had lot of fun and cant wait to go back again surfing with them. read more

Great instructors. Tommy and Dev were friendly, professional and so patient! It was great having a photographer there to catch my two daughters getting up during our first surfing lesson ever! We highly recommend this company! read more

Review for 9/11/24: All the guys there, Trevor ( I think that's his name) , Seth & Nate were super nice and helpful. Nate especially, took good care of me and even though I was super nervous, he calmed my fears initially by thoroughly going over steps to get on the board, where on the water we were headed because of the high tide and the do's and don'ts to get the most of my experience in a safe manner. Once we were on the water, he always made sure I was ok, encouraged me and made sure I was having fun. I had the best time, was able to catch a few waves and will definitely come back and recommend Gone Surfing to family & friends! Seth took awesome pics too! Mahalo! read more

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My son had the most amazing experience surfing today with Trevor. The scheduling was very easy (concierge booking at our hotel Halepuna). Today we asked to see if there was an earlier lesson at noon instead of 2pm and the team was super accommodating and so glad we did that because the waves got rough by 2pm! My 17 year old had a total blast out on the waves with Trevor. He felt safe and I knew he was in great hands. Trevor is an incredible instructor. I even wrote all the details down so that when we return to Oahu we can book with this company and Trevor again. This was an all around top notch experience! Thank you. read more

I had two sessions with Aria and Trevor, respectively. Scheduling was super easy, the staffs were friendly and made sure I understood the follow-up details. Both Aria and Trevor provided valuable tips for surfing, but most importantly they demonstrated it is important to have fun while you are out there, falling into water while trying new things are part of the fun too. I appreciated their kindness and easy-going very much. I was particularly lucky to have photographer Lindsay around during the morning session with Aria, reminding me of the fun time at Waikiki beach for a long time. Cannot wait to go back for more! read more

the whole experience was excellent! Mick was incredible and my son and I caught more than a few great waves and got to stand on the board during our very first lesson! thanks so much to the team and to Outrigger Reef hotel. 5x5 stars!! read more

We had a wonderful experience & genuinely couldn't have asked for anything better! We were able to book 30 minutes before the lesson for a last minute experience at the end of our trip. Tommy did a great job with instructions and we both were surprised we were able to stand up as much as we did. It was also a nice surprise that Lindsay came out to take photos -- we are excited to show our friends! Overall we thought it was a great value and having the lesson be semi private really made a difference for us. The next time we're back in Oahu we'll definitely be coming back for another lesson! read more

If you've ever wanted to learn how to this is place. The staff is friendly and the instructor is awesome. Surfing the wave is an experience you will never forget. read more

It was an absolutely amazing experience! Trevor is truly awesome! He's a very good teacher and the way explained everything and made sure I understood was super helpful. I was able to stand up on my 3rd try! That I didn't even think I could do! I wish I had taken the photo package too, because I don't have any proof that I surfed!! He's professional, knowledgeable and most importantly very fun to work with. Humor to me is very important and I think he's got the best balance of both transferring the importance of the information and keeping it fun at the same time. Don't even hesitate. read more

At 9:30 in the morning, i booked surfing lessons for two 10 y/o and one 11 y/o for noon time. When arrived at the beach, the instructor decided not to take kids on lessons because they were under 13 y/o and the current was bad. Office took the lesson but did not communicate at all with the instructors about the students age or water condition. We were traveling from Korea and on tight schedules to enjoy Honolulu and it was a total waste of time. We'd have been able to book surfing lessons at some other places who are kids-friendly or spend the day doing something else instead of waiting couple hours for the lessons of which instructors turned down. Very irresponsible. read more

Our 8 year old son had an absolute blast during his surfing lesson with Tommy! He hasn't stopped talking about how fun it was. Signing him up was easy and the staff was great with communication for parents and children! read more

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As a first time surfer I had an amazing time! If you were wondering if you should book with this group the answer is YES! Trevor (who is amazing!!) spent the first part of the lesson explaining technique and how to safely surf. He made it so fun and enjoyable. After, my fiancé and I went out to surf! The wind was against us so it was extremely tiring to get out but thankfully Trever made our lives easy and towed us out to our surfing spot. Trevor spent a lot of time with me, reminding me what to think about, and encouraged me when the first wave came. He gave me tips and pointers after each wave if I fell or what I could improve on. I stood up for the first time ever on the surf board and I could hear cheering from Trever and my fiancé. Overall, I had an amazing experience and would 100% book with them again. I highly recommend the private vs group lesson as I really got that 1 on 1 attention which pushed me to the next level. **From one newbie to another don't forget to sunscreen behind your legs and your butt. You will be burnt coming back if you don't** read more

Gone Surfing Hawaii - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

For a first-timer surfer, taking these lessons was definitely a good idea. My instructor, Seth, taught me well, as well as told me certain tips while in the waters. While waiting for a good wave, we chatted and I really had a good time with him. The place where we surfed was perfect. The water wasn't too deep, so I wouldn't worry about drowning. Just be careful of the rocks The waves were very nice (at least for me, it's subjected to change probably), and there was good weather too, which really added to the experience. Overall, I would definitely recommend going to Gone Surfing Hawai'i. I personally love surfing now, and Gone Surfing Hawai'i has solidified this love. I am definitely going to go surfing next time I go to Hawai'i. P.S, The experience is better if you already know how to swim decently well. Paddling out takes strength and time, so good endurance is good too. Even if you don't have these traits however, I wouldn't worry too much. The instructors here (at least, mine did) will help you get out into the waters, and even decently far out, the water isn't too deep. I'm pretty sure you can just launch your self off from the sea floor once you hit the bottom. Also ignore me on the right in the image read more

Gone Surfing Hawaii - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Trevor was a phenomenal surf instructor. When you're trying a new sport, there's always the chance you pay a price for a lesson and feel like you didn't get enough out of it. Wasn't the case here. Even if I didn't catch a single wave (which I did :D), Trevor was teaching the whole time - reminding me to keep my shoulders pointed forward, helping with body position for paddling and surfing to maximize my time out there, answering every question I had - and there were hundreds - about surfing. He taught so much about the physics behind the sport that the price would have been worth it even if I didn't get in the water. And since I couldn't yet catch waves without a little push, to have him there to help plus the in-water guidance of how to get up on the board, tricks to push my limits on each ride, I mean, it was one of the most enjoyable experiences I've ever had. I felt like it was a life coaching session through a surfing lens haha. And he had so many great phrases he'd throughout, he was so genuinely pumped for each time I got up, his whole approach to it made the entire time fun. Even though I'm a novice, he made me feel like I belonged out there and was so welcoming and exciting to anyone interested in the sport. Sign of a great teacher :) I can't wait to come back, visit, and learn some more! read more

It was truly an incredible experience with Aria. On my first day of surfing in Hawaii, things got a bit rough, and I felt quite fearful. However, Aria's arrival changed everything - His calm and gentle demeanor immediately put me at ease. I shared my apprehensions, and Aria made me feel incredibly comfortable and less anxious. Throughout the experience, he boosted my confidence, helping me conquer my fear of the water and stand up while surfing. I absorbed so much knowledge and even though I was tired, Aria made exiting the water a breeze. I booked the same day a class for my boyfriend and kid for the next day and Owen made my boyfriend and kid feel so confident in their words Owen was a beast professional knowledgeable and just amazing. Both felt so confident and happy Thank you so much read more

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I surfed with Gone Surfing three times while in Waikiki and each time was awesome. The instructors met me at my level, challenging me a little more each time while always knowing when I needed support. I had so much fun, got a good workout, and felt myself improving each time! They were also super personable which made it fun to spend the time with them. I can't say enough positive things and hope to make my way back sometime soon to surf with them again! read more

My experience with Gone Surfing Hawaii at the Halekulani was fantastic. My guide Tommy got me onto every wave I paddled for, was friendly, informative, and towed me when my arms were exhausted! Truly a great experience and I highly recommend! read more

Josh was awesome!  In addition to being very professional, informative, and funny, he was a great teacher.   He had me focus on several pointers that made the difference in being able to actually ride a bunch a of waves read more

I was not sure what to expect and was very nervous but James quickly put me at ease. He had great feedback and was very reassuring and did a good job of ensuring I got the most out of the experience. read more

My kids and I had such a great experience renting boards from Gone Surfing. Everyone there was super friendly and helpful. They answered all of our questions and gave us a demo since it's been a while that we took boards out. They made sure we had everything- gave us weather, wave and tide updates so we felt pretty confident and had the best time. Based on how friendly and experienced the staff was, I will definitely rent boards here when we are in Honolulu again. read more

First time surfing. They provide the instruction needed for you to get up and ride waves within minutes. I was able to get up briefly on my very first wave and enjoyed the rest of my time out there. Great instructors; highly recommend. read more

Exceptional !! Not to be missed! My experience with the surf lessons at Gone Surfing Hawaii (at the Halekulani) was outstanding. The popup technique that James taught me was straightforward -- and much easier to do physically -- than any other technique that has been shown to me or that I could find on youtube. His focus on giving direct feedback after each wave was much appreciated and enabled me to learn at a comfortable pace. Also, all of the prep information and communication while out in the ocean made the experience that much more enjoyable. To my great surprise !!! I was able to get up on a wave during my first lesson on the 2nd try. I walked on clouds the rest of the day :)       Truly a life changing experience.  I continued with daily private lessons for 3 days. Would have stayed longer if possible !!! read more

The best of the best! I wouldn't surf with any other team of instructors and the photographer was awesome too! Made our trip! loved it! see you all again very soon! Heidi read more

Gone Surfing Hawaii - First day ever surfing! ‍ - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Era nuestra primera ves en tratar surfing y quedamos muy impresionados. Todo el equipo eran muy amables y profecionales en su instrucción. ¡A todos se los recomiendo en hacer y mas con esta compania! ¡Mis hijos de 7 a 15 años quedaron emocionados y es una experencia que se les va quedar toda la vida! ¡Muchas gracias a todos los instructores en Gone Surfing Hawaii! ¡Por seguro que regresemos! read more

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Girl's surf day. Nice way to hangout with family and friends. Conveniently on the beach. Look for the blue and stripe umbrellas and lounges. Also check out Steak Shack delicious steak, chicken, or combo plates. read more

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Huge shout out to Dan Dan for our memorable surfing lesson! On a spur of the moment decision, I signed up for a 2 hour lesson with my 14 year old daughter. She had never surfed before, and I hadn't since I was a kid. Dan Dan was extremely kind and patient in his teaching, and he made the entire session enjoyable and fun. By the near of the lesson, we were both able to ride waves in for quite a while (my daughter even better than myself lol). Thanks for the wicked fun time Dan Dan, and thanks to Gone Surfing for the experience! Highly recommend for a fun afternoon! read more

WE CAN SURF! Jojo and her crew are the BEST! I was nervous about taking lessons especially getting lessons for my 2 young daughters (9 and 7 y/o) but the girls wanted to surf so we booked the lessons. Jojo and her crew went over what to do on the beach then we were off! Sydney (my oldest) was the first one to catch a wave and she was hooked. Saydee was next and the smile on her face was priceless. When it was my turn I was a little less graceful but I was able to get up on my first wave. The girls begged to go again the next day. I was tired so I booked the lessons for the girls while I watched from the beach. Learning to surf in Waikiki and with Jojo was the best part of our staycation! Pros: *Jojo and her crew - they made sure that we had fun and you know you are in safe hands *Location - walking distance from our hotel *Price - worth every penny *FUN!!! *Bragging rights - every time I retell our story (about 100x) the wave gets surprisingly bigger ;) Cons: *My daughters will not stop talking about it! Going surfing with Jojo at Gone Surfing Hawaii was the best thing was did on our staycation and we cant wait for our next lesson read more

Amazing experience!!! I took a 2 hour private lesson from Theo. Also, I got the photo and video package. The instructions Theo gave before getting into the water were very detailed and taught how to change direction, paddle against the wave, an easy way to pop up, what to do if bumping into someone/something, etc The water was warm so it was easy to get started. He took me a few miles inside and helped me paddle. With his instructions I was able to stand on most of the waves. Special shout out to the photographer, he took really good pictures/videos and was also there to help me if my instructor was still catching a wave to get me. They were both amazing surfers. If you are a beginner, I would definitely recommend Gone Surfing. read more

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This review is based on my experience on 8/29/23: I had a NEAR-DEATH experience due to the negligence of Gone Surfing Hawaii. First, the paddle board instructor did NOT give us proper information such as the current's speed / direction, how to to properly use the paddle, no safety precautions whatsoever, no life vest, etc. So My friend and I swam a little way but due to major tide coming that we were not warned about, the waves pushed us way out than we ever wanted. We swam as hard to fight it but it was impossible. Due to this company's NEGLIGENCE, My friend and I were STRANDED FOR HOURS in deep water and we almost died due to drowning / over-exhaustion. Gone Surfing Hawaii also never went looking for us (even though our rental booking had been long over). Strangers rescued us and that is why I am alive to write this review. After I made it ashore after hours of being stranded and LEFT FOR DEAD - I told Gone Surfing Hawaii what happened and they couldn't have been more rude / dismissive. I showed them the cuts and burns all over my skin from paddling for hours against the tide while trying to save my own life. In turn, They said "we are glad you survived, but we need to charge you for the extra time you had the boards". They did NOT call over a paramedic / did not give us water. Not only did I endure the TRAUMA of almost losing my life, but it also screwed up the rest of the trip's plans as well. I am still in physical and mental anguish from this experience, at the hands of Gone Surfing Hawaii. read more

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Went here with my 8 and 12 year old James and Trevor were amazing instructors. All of us caught several waves our first time out! Highly recommend . read more

I signed my daughyers up for a semi private lesson with Aria. He did a great job. They had a great experience. We will use them again.

We had an amazing experience with Jojo, Aria, and photographer (and bonus instructor!) Vinny. Our youngest daughter's most heartfelt Hawaii request was surfing lessons, so the whole family decided to be brave and give it a try, and we all actually surfed! This is a very professional yet laid back surf stand- they have rash guards to borrow and they'll hold on to your beach bag while you surf. The instructors are patient and talented and really made our lesson perfect for our family. Highly recommend! (The picture I'm adding is of course by Vinny- absolutely amazing shots! We bought the photo package, and he drop boxed us a ton of pics the next day. Some of the best ones were already edited which was amazing for such a quick turnaround!) read more

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Such a fun afternoon spent with this crew learning how to surf. Lots of laughter, perhaps a little family competition and expert instruction. read more

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Had a great time with Gone Surfing. Owen listened to my progress and we picked a board appropriate to the waves and my ability. I felt safe and well taken care of. Hope to be back! read more

I had always wanted to learn how to surf and my recent trip to Hawaii was the perfect opportunity. Dandan was a great instructor, an awesome experience to learn the basics and was able to catch some waves in Hawaii. Highly recommend. read more

It was my fourth time surfing but first time in Hawaii. I wasn't able to stand up more than a second before I came to Hawaii. My instructor was Dandan, he taught me what to focus and what to avoid. It was the best experience in Hawaii. I was surprised that I was able to stand up and enjoy the wave almost the entire lesson. Highly recommended! read more

Highly recommend!! My wife and I, who never took lessons before, had a great session with Dan that really was the highlight of our trip. He was very patient and clear in explaining everything before we hit the water, and once we were out there he was encouraging and gave us really helpful feedback. read more

I had a blast. Both Caz and Josh were super nice and helpful. I was able to catch every wave I wanted thanks to Caz. He is a great instructor patient and cheering. Definitely coming back again and recommending Gone surfing Hawaii to my friends. read more

Awesome surfing lessons with Trevor! He gave us detailed instructions before we got into the water, and dragged me on when I was paddling too slow (LOL my useless weak arms). I was able to stand up the first wave that hit! And throughout the two hours class we must have been able to ride on the wave a dozen times! Trevor was very clear when he explained to us what we did wrong and gave us the right amount of help so we can improve and enjoy at the same time! The company is also very accommodating. My fiancé got sick on the day we booked the lesson, I called and they were able to move our class to the next day. read more

Gone Surfing Hawaii - We graduated!! =D - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Gone Surfing Hawaii will provide you with exactly what you need to surf and do it all with a lovely, Aloha attitude. The instructors are knowledgable, attentive and supportive in and out of the water. You can walk to GSH from most any hotel in Waikiki. Easy to schedule online. All you have to do is show up with your bathing suit and be ready to have fun. I love supporting businesses with this type of work ethic and that give back. Jojo, Founder/Instructor, is a leader in surfing, business and the world community. Her focus on giving back is impressive and she is certainly one amazing surf coach. I was lucky enough to spend time with her as my instructor for the day and I benefited from her coaching and attitude. One of my favorite days out surfing. read more

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