This place is truly breathtaking and a must stop on the Road to Hana. I took my wife here and she…read morewas blown away about being that close to turtles. They are much bigger in person! We thought we might be able to see some that day but there were a whole group of them. The surfers were out that day and the waves were huge, so I wasn't planning on getting in the water but took tons of photos. Highly, Highly recommend

If you are looking for turtles and want to watch surfers catching some waves, this is the place to…read morebe! Please come and create your own adventure.

Expansive beach with plenty of parking. Lifeguards and restrooms. You can see turtles here too. I…read morepreferred the south end with some small cove and shades. Wind is strong and surf can be high at time. Close to Paia to meet your dining or shopping needs. Spectacular views.

This wasn't my favorite but the kids loved it. I just didn't like that the rocks or shells were…read morehard and sharp. I also got stung by a jelly fish so be careful where you play in the water. It's pretty and you can park next to parking lot next to the beach.

My kids had a great instructor. He made it so fun for them. Gave them plenty of tips on the beach…read morebefore they got in the water. They caught their first wave within minutes. They had a blast. Will definitely do this again on our next trip to Maui. Thanks Talvi!!

Surf schools are as good as their instructors, they are the hands-on first-point of contact…read moreambassadors for the sport. LahAina Surf Shack has amazing instructors, and will get you into the right waves regardless of the conditions. Talvi and Gianna from LSS hosted me and my son at Guardrails last week. It was my son's first time surfing, and I asked him whether he wanted me to teach him myself or if he wanted to do a surf school. I have a whole life of experience in the ocean: swimming, surfing, diving. My son is not like that; I've never pressured him to swim or surf, and until the last year he hadn't been remotely interested. When he found out we were going to Maui he started asking relentlessly, albeit cautiously. He wanted to go with a surf school so he could learn from the pros. Okay let's go! I signed up several weeks in advance not knowing what the conditions would be like, and last Tuesday the waves were pretty small. I signed up for a time later in the day (midday, when it's usually windier). I explained to my son before we left our rental that morning that all of these different factors come into play in surfing: tide, wind, swell direction and interval, sea floor shape (bathymetry). When we got there, all of those things came into play, to create not ideal conditions. Several other surf schools had congregated around the general area of the break. Talvi and Gianna greeted us, and went over some practice catching a wave and standing up on the beach. In between moments Talvi, Gianna and I chatted about where we should head toward and we agreed that a little higher up the reef than others were sitting. Talvi helped my son get into the right spot over and over again, the few waves that came through he would line him up and get him onto the best waves, while the other camps were not in position to catch the few waves that were coming through. Gianna and I traded off the waves in between. Eventually the other camps went in and it was just the four of us. The tide swamped just about anything from breaking and we called it quits right on time. My son was fully exhausted, and Talvi had gotten him onto more than a handful of waves. My son was anxious and nervous to fall, so he didn't get up from his knees; but Talvi got him in the spot and he had the opportunity to stand up and helped guide him on the wave and kept him going the right direction and pulled him off the wave before he got washed up in the shore pound. To me, the most important part of the experience was to help curate a positive experience that doesn't push a new surfer into an experience that leaves them scared or afraid to do it again. That is what I wanted, and LahAina Surf Shop, Talvi and Gianna gave us that. It's the perfect spring board for him to go try more, just with me back home in California. That is a true gift! Thank you! It was genuinely wonderful to get to meet these two local surfers and amazing ambassadors of the sport. Would recommend to anyone.

Great spot. Easy transaction for surfboard rental. Provided all the necessary gear for traveling…read morewith the boards and even offered a veteran discount. We will be back!

Over priced and not very helpful and they were kinda rude I would not recommend going hereread more

Really good instructor. Was my best surfing experience so far. Instructor is really good with kids…read moreand his tips are of great help. They took amazing fotos and videos so I would definitely recommend. We surfed at Kīhei beach

M A H A L O! We had an awesome experience with Paia surf! I called when we arrived Maui and spoke…read morewith a guy who was very helpful. Told him we had a retreat to go to first and that when we got back I'd hit him up. After a week on the island we shot him a text, and they facilitated the entire thing via cell/texts!! Dropped a location, paid via Venmo! It was easy and convenien! Ryan was our surf guide, he was AWESOME! So embodied, relaxed, and tuned in! They provided rash guards and shoes which was helpful! great location and experienc! FIVE STARS! Highly recommend!

I bought my first surfboard from Kazuma Surf Shop, and I am forever loyal to them. Beautiful…read morecraftsmanship, custom orders in less than a week, and they are honest down to earth professionals. Mr. Kazuma guided me through my options with the entire board spectrum, from where I surf, my body measurements, and how I wanted to ride. I was hesitant purchasing my first board and they made me eel comfortable with my decision and earned my trust. I highly recommend anyone from a beginner to a pro to stop in at Kazuma Surf Shop.

Matt knows how to design the right board for what your needs and goals are; I told him my level, as…read moremy current challenges and how I was desiring to ride. (I was present so he was able to see my size and take that into consideration to best customize the size and shape of the board). The best board I've ever had! and although I didn't quite believe him when he had said (regarding it's versatility) I wouldn't need another board, I now have experienced that to be an accurate statement :) Upon first viewing, in full transparency, I was a little concerned as I thought it was too narrow for my skill level; but it's actually exactly what I needed. Even in the initial paddle out, I could tell a difference and that this was going to be a great board! ..and it is! It took me about 9-12 sessions to get acclimated to the shorter length, but even during that curve I was catching more waves. Fun board! Great board, and nice looking board! Matt was right (on all counts); I need only this board :) Trust him; he knows what he's doing!

Great work and fair price! Super nice and good work. Totally worth the value and good craftsmanshipread more

Gramps got me out of a serious fin box issue!…read more Popped a FCS fin box out on the reef on a Tuesday. Leaving for a north shore mission Saturday. Called to see how his work load was and told although he was busy he could sneak me in. Meet by the friendliest of guys in Haiku. I always play dumb about dong repair and ask how they would go about fixing it. Brother new his stuff, gave me a fair quote, said go ahead. Board was done 48 hours later and the repair is solid. Even found a little crack I missed and did it for free. You are my ding guy on Maui from here out. Aloha.