LahAina Surf Shack

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Lindsey M.

We had a wonderful time! Theo was an excellent instructor who put us immediately at ease and was very personable and down to earth. Our youngest was very nervous to do it by herself and he said he could ride with him and if she felt comfortable enough she could try by herself. The look of immediate relief on her face was almost comical. She loved riding with him and felt very safe and reassured by his presence. Thanks for making our trip so memorable!!

Lisa L.

This is an amazing crew that truly wants to share the love for surfing and the ocean with their clients. We booked three private lessons and they made certain we all came away with a fantastic experience. We also saw a seal, turtles and whales! So lucky!!

Jedi and Chyna instructed our four kids today. The kids have never surfed before and had the BEST time! Chyna had our 8 year old and he thrived with her. In fact, he just told us it was the best part of his vacation so far. Jedi had the two 12 year olds and 14 year old and they had the best time ever. All the kids were ready for the biggest meal after all their hard work. I couldn't recommend LahAina Surf Shack more! Thank you Jedi and Chyna for giving the kids the best time on the water.

Joe P.

First of all, Aina was very helpful with booking and answering our questions. Our surf instructor Ricky was awesome! He was completely knowledgeable & experienced with surfing! It definitely showed while teaching us how to surf! He is very patient & instructs to get the best out of us, which helped a lot! Got us out there to get some good runs in! We would definitely recommend Ricky & the LahAina Surf Shack! Mahalo!

Tina S.

Our family had an amazing lesson with Carter today. Great communication to the meetup point and he made it a fun and positive experience for our 11 & 13 year olds first time surfing. Thank you so much!

First time surfing, one of her first waves. She learned so quickly.

Kaytie C.

I'd genuinely give them a million stars if I could. Our 8 year old is cautious and nervous about most things. She was scared to snorkel but wanted to try surfing- go figure. We signed her up for a private lesson. I highly recommend the private lesson especially for kiddos. Ricky, the instructor was so funny, so patient, and really good at reading our daughter. You could tell he knew what he was doing. Safety was most important and they went over the basics before they went out on the water. She caught her first wave and Ricky gradually had her do more and more of the process on her own. Towards the end she was doing a lot on her own and fell off a couple times- that's normal. He was really receptive to her emotions and encouraging. I'm not joking when I tell you my husband and I had our jaws wide open. We were so proud of her and in shock at how much she loved it for a girl who is teeeified of most things. Ever since being back, she has been telling us the riddles Ricky was telling her and she won't stop talking about how funny he was. She gave him a thumbs up- something she rarely gives out. Just be aware that it's tiring. Our daughter is pretty athletic and she was still pretty sore afterwards. It did not stop her from walking down the beach, playing in the ocean, or going swimming in the pool though. As a parent I'd have lots to drink, some snacks ready, and be prepared for a possible car nap. When she started to feel frustrated at the end, we all, including Ricky, assured her that she did great. She can't wait to try again. Literally could not recommend them more. She has already asked her dad for a surf board and to help her research surfing spots near our house in California. Not only did she learn to surf, she gained confidence, she fell off and got back up, and she is really proud of herself for trying something new. I attribute this to Ricky's personality, patience, clear instructions, and funny jokes to keep up the fun our on the water.

Katherine C.

Went to a beach and saw a bunch of surfers and wanted to rent some boards. We were directed to this surf shop for rentals and I'm so glad we went. We were welcomed by a sweet lady at the register and she picked out boards for us since we had no clue what we were doing. Very friendly staff, great rentals, and made for a great experience.

My fiancé and I went to Maui this summer and had a desire to do a surf lesson. Lahaina Surf Shack was very responsive in our communication and we were able to book a 2 hour session last minute. Our instructor, Ricky, was awesome! He instructed us on the proper technique and gave us immediate feedback on what we did wrong/ right after every wave. Both of us were able to stand up within our second or third try and caught so many waves that day. The experience was awesome and the next time we come to Maui we are definitely getting another surf lesson.

Loretta J.

Great place, great instruction! Had a ton of fun learning the basics of surfing. Funny and friendly staff. You can also rent boards and paddle boards. Saw sea turtles and fish in area where they took us while I paddle boarded. Highly recommend!

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Terrry B.

3 years ago

I'm so glad our hotel concierge recommended Lahaina Surf Shack. We got a same-day booking. Eddie was fantastic with my 8-year-old (a first-time surfer) and 11-year-old (who has some surf experience). He was patient, informative, and direct. We had a great sense of each kids' strengths and needs. My kids say he is a "cool and chill guy." Ruby in the office was great too. Parents, warn your kids that they will need to put in the work to have a great session (including carrying their own boards from the store through a park to the ocean and back). Thank you, Eddie for all your guidance! We hope to be back some day! read more

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Steve S.

8 years ago

Aina's shack, her staff and location are off the charts. On a whim I dropped in and immediately liked the place, the team and set up a private lesson a couple days later. My lesson was spot on for me, I got several tips that made me much more confident and consistent - thanks Aina! In addition, the equipment is better quality than most other shops. Check it out, you'll love it and will surely ride some waves! read more

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Tawni L.

5 years ago

Ricky was our instructor and he was amazing!! He really took the time to explain everything and was not condescending. He made me feel really comfortable and we were about to stand and catch a few waves. Definitely will be back. read more

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Olga R.

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8 years ago

Excellent surf school. I got surfing lessons for my two teens. They were able to accommodate us at an earlier time earlier bc of our early flight. The instructor Makani was patient with my kids and they felt confident and comfortable out in the water. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Hal P.

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8 years ago

Signed up for a 2 hr private surf lesson. Called ahead and reserved the time, when we showed up everything was set up and ready to go. Patrick was my instructor and was AMAZING to work with. Very patient, lots of great suggestions and tips for a successful first time. I caught several waves and had a amazing time out in the water between sets. He showed me how to begin recognize wave formation, board position, and how to get set up for a successful run. Patrick is very easy going but a wealth of knowledge. If you are looking for a surf experience on Maui I highly recommend Lahaina Surf. I will definitely do another lesson with these guys... read more

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Jenna R.

5 years ago

We had an amazing time! Surfing was one of our top to-do's while in Maui on our honeymoon and we are so glad we took lessons with Lahaina Surf Shack. Talbot was our instructor and he was incredible. He made sure we got something out of every second of our lesson. It was my husbands first time surfing and he was up on his 2nd attempt. I have taken surf lessons in Puerto Rico, Cabo and Waikiki and this was by far the best experience I have ever had. We absolutely recommend! read more

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Staci Y.

5 years ago

Excellent customer service & the most friendly staff you will ever meet! Mahalo for your hospitality!!!

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Joe G.

5 years ago

This place was great, we booked a semi private lesson for 3 the day before. Really enjoyed Jedi our Instructor, very helpful and made sure we all stood up. Kept giving us pointers after each ride so we would be a little better on the next ride. A lot of fun, thanks Jedi! read more

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Allison L.

5 years ago

Ricky was great! got up right away with his instruction! Thank you! Loved the instruction and good time!

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Scot M.

5 years ago

We were able to book a semi private lesson for 3 the night before. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Patrick kept things simple and laid back, and we were all standing up on the first wave. Would highly recommend. read more

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Sarah T.

5 years ago

Patrick was great! He was knowledgeable and made our lesson fun and memorable. Would definitely recommend lessons with Pat!

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jeffrey d.

4 years ago

I had a fun time surfing with bigfoot88. He is a serious and passionate teacher. I learned a lot about surfing. He taught me to get the safe zone of the waves so I don't get hit by the waves when paddling. read more

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Kinya L.

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8 years ago

Great introduction. Sign a few waivers and you're on your way. They provide rash guards ( we had our own) and also water shoes which is awesome. They request you leave your personal belonging at the office. They provide an area where you can leave your things. No photos were taken. No memories besides the actual experience. The floor of the ocean was sharp and you can feel it with every step you take. Although we had semi private lessons the area was crowded with other surf school and plenty of people. The experience is something worth having. Cool bonus: They give you a Hawaiian Surfing Certification. Thank you Natalie. She was a great instructor and explained everything. read more

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Stephanie L.

4 years ago

We couldn't have asked for a better first surf experience! Five Stars to the Lahaina Surf Shack in Maui, Hawaii. The experience from beginning to end was fantastic. My daughter had never surfed before but the staff was welcoming and cheerfully got her suited up and ready. They provided everything including offering sunscreen. Her instructor, Benny, was great with her, fully explaining the details and getting her started. She got up on her first try! They were out there for hours, he gave her extra time because they were having so much fun. Total bonus they saw a sea turtle and a whale breach! At one point the ocean just gifted her a flower which was floating by while she was paddling - so she put it behind her ear. When it fell out after awhile, without saying a word Benny went after the flower, scooped it up and gave it back to her. How kind! Wonderful place, great people. 10 out of 10 must try experience. ‍ read more

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Gene W.

4 years ago

Had a great time falling. Tricky Ricky was the best. Time time we are in Maui we will us the Lahaina surf shack again

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Nick L.

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3 years ago

Tricky Ricky is the man! Best surf instructor I've ever had. Ready to go compete now!!

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Emily G.

4 years ago

Ryder was an incredible instructor for both lessons I took with him last week! He gave very clear and easy to understand instructions which led to both my brother and I getting up on multiple waves, something we did not expect being new surfers. I just recommended Ryder and Lahaina Surf Shack to a friend visiting Maui next month. I will definitely be back! :) read more

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Sara S.

4 years ago

Ricky made sure my daughter had a great personal lesson. She said it was one of favorite activities in Maui.

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Vivek N.

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5 years ago

Took a private lesson with Ricky today. Great instructor, able to read your skill set and make the most of the time. Highly recommend!

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Mary A.

4 years ago

Had a stellar day with a 5 person group out with Ricky. He did a great job tailoring his style to both the kiddos (8 and 11) and the adults. There was a solid south swell today and he made sure everyone was safe and having fun. I highly recommend. Lots of fun, very low overhead. 3 Hr parking right next door, nice fresh water rinse and right there by the surf spot. read more

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Ashley K.

7 years ago

This place is the only place we will ever use while visiting Maui. We had Sean as an instructor and he hit it out of the park. He's a super talented instructor who connects very well with his clients. He had both myself and my daughter getting our own waves and standing up by the end of the lesson. Thanks Sean for the great times and good luck with your own adventures! read more

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Casey B.

4 years ago

What an experience! Max, jack and Leo were awesome. Great dudes. Family of 4 and they took great care of us. First time to try surfing...we really enjoyed it.... The experience was fantastic! The service was great! read more

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Linda W.

5 years ago

The instructor was rude to the kids. He had no patience. He peed next to the kids in the water and told them doesn't that felt good.

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Ashley F.

5 years ago

Don't waste your money. The service from everyone at this place was extremely subpar and disorganized. Find a place we're your treated well for the money you have invested. read more

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Dan D.

5 years ago

RICKY ROCKED IT! Two dads and three daughters. Everyone caught waves and Ricky was focused on our having a good time, safely. Part way through Jedi showed up and amped up the game. Would highly recommend. read more

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Melinda G.

4 years ago

Excellent business. We took our granddaughter (9 years old) for private surf lessons. We were impressed that they provided everything; rash guard, water shoes. The instructor, Ollie was a perfect match for our granddaughter. He explained the safety rules, the process in kid-friendly terms. She successfully rode every wave with Ollie's help. Additionally the 90 minute lesson was actually two hours. The surfing spot near the marina had perfect waves for a beginner. I highly recommend this business; ask for Ollie. read more

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Alan M.

8 years ago

We loved this place Very authentic Hawaiian experience Everyone there was great! Sunny taught our whole family and was the best read more

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Emily V.

7 years ago

Everyone here was helpful, friendly and great with children. The beach that we surfed at is very beginner friendly. Give it a try!

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Joanne R.

5 years ago

I recently booked a private surfing lesson for a group of 3. Our instructor was Ricky, and he was an excellent instructor. Very thorough at explaining everything about surfing the waters before going into the ocean. When we were in the water, Ricky was Very communicative and gave us great feedback to catch good waves. If you have a chance to have Ricky be your instructor you are in great hands. read more

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Michelle Z.

9 years ago

Mike was super funny and friendly. I rented different boards from him twice and I loved each board. When I come back to Maui I will rent for a week next time! read more

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Pia S.

6 years ago

These guys showed us a great time--there were 9 of us from age 8 to 51 and all of us managed to stand on the board at least once! They're professional, encouraging and good-humored instructors. Highly recommend. read more

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Eric H.

4 years ago

The staff were all so friendly and helpful. You can rent a surf board or take a lesson. Kyle our instructor was a great teacher. Everyone had such a great time surfing! I highly recommend Lahaina Surf Shack! read more

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Alli A.

5 years ago

Ricky and Jedi were the BEST! All 6 of us got up on our first try thanks to their detailed instructions. Plus amazing family photos were taken!! We are going back for sure!! read more

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Veronica S.

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5 years ago

We booked a surf lesson for 2 at LahAina Surf Shack with Jedi. He was amazing. He took two semi-out of shape and semi-coordinated people and turned them into surfers. Highly recommend the Surf Shack and Jedi! Thanks for all the fun! read more

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Lilly D.

5 years ago

We took a semi-private lesson with Jason, he was great! He was patient and gave a lot of helpful tips. We learned a lot and this is a wonderful place to learn surfing for beginners. Mahalo! read more

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Gail W.

7 years ago

My family of 4 recently had our first experience doing surf lessons in Maui. What an amazing day, we are so grateful to Ricky and Sean for a spectacular two hour lesson. One of my sons has a physical disability, but these two instructors had him out there 'riding the waves'. Thanks guys for putting in the extra effort for him to have such a special memory. The rest of us really loved it as well. Can't say enough about this place and I hope we can come back someday for more lessons. Had a blast! read more

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Joy S.

5 years ago

We had family surf lessons last week and it was amazing! Talbot took our 8 year old out. Ricky took my husband and I out with our 2 older boys (17 and 15) for a group lesson. Highly recommend! Thanks, Ricky and Talbot for an awesome afternoon of fun! read more

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Phillip H.

5 years ago

Jason was an extremely chill and helpful instructor for our first time. Great experience overall and would recommend for anyone!

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Elora R.

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8 years ago

What a fun afternoon. The weather was great. The waves on point. Our instructor was awesome and got us pretty acclimated to surfing quickly. I definitely recommend the place for an experience in Maui read more

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Mike M.

7 years ago

Tricky Ricky is the business! The surf shack accommodated our large group last minute, and even had a second instructor stop in on his day off to help. Had a great experience and really enjoyed our day! By the way the photographer who photos all the surf schools is kind of a grumpy prick, avoid him. read more

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What time does LahAina Surf Shack open?

LahAina Surf Shack opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does LahAina Surf Shack close?

LahAina Surf Shack closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.LahAina Surf Shack is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PMSun Closed

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LahAina Surf Shack, is a small locally owned surf school that was once located in the heart of Lahaina Town. Since our shop burned down we now meet for out lessons at Guardrails in Lahaina off RT-30. We specialize in family, and private surf lessons taught by CPR-certified instructors who emphasize safety, skill development and fun. We teach and share our love of the "Aina' or land, and "kai" the ocean as we respect and value all it provides for us. A woman-owned surf school, everyone is welcome. We have both male and female instructors. We offer a unique opportunity immerse yourself in our surf culture and love for Lahaina, and Maui. We present a variety of lessons for anyone at any level of experience, from beginner to advanced. Feel free to reach out through calling or email with any questions or concerns.

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Bully's surf school is the best in Maui! I have booked with Bully 3 times and will continue to do…read moreso whenever I visit. My dad and I met Bully in 2012 and he was our first instructor. He was so knowledgeable and helped my dad and I have fun on the water. He taught me how to paddle out smarter and the mentality to charge waves. My wife and I booked with Bully in 2025 and had an amazing time with his two professional staff instructors, 1:1. We just wrapped up our third lesson with Bully today--my wife and I rode so many waves it was a blast, and Bully made sure my mother-in-law crushed it during her first time surfing as well. Unlike chaotic group lessons, Bully brings a 1:1 approach where I feel safe and empowered out on the water. If you're traveling to Lahaina or Kaanapali booking a lesson with Bully Surf School is a must!

Surfing with Bully's surf school today was a truly magical experience. Bully's was highly…read morerecommended as the best surf school in Maui by a family friend who lives on the island. I would not hesitate to say Bully's is the best surf school in the world, not just Maui. Bully is an incredible teacher who shares his passion for surfing and respect for the ocean. Bully and his team of coaches made us all feel confident and safe in the water. Our entire family caught waves, including not just the kids, but the out of shape older ones too! Bully and his entire team of coaches (shout-out to Theo, James, and Ashley) were positive throughout the entire lesson. The energy was infectious. It was easy to try when we knew every attempt would be met with joy. It was incredibly helpful that even with a group lesson, we each had our own surf coach; we could each learn at our own paces and our coaches were able to give us personalized instruction. The equipment was top-of-the-line and really helped novice surfers like ourselves. The boards were light and forgiving and much better than typical foam boards. We can't wait to come back to Maui to take more lessons with Bully and his team. We made memories today that will last a lifetime and learned lessons that will remain in our hearts and guide us through life's challenges. Just breathe.... The world needs more people like Bully; an expert in his field who teaches with humility, kindness, positivity, and generosity. Lahaina Strong, Bully's Surf School!

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Got'um Surfing

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Had an absolutely amazing private beginner lesson with Lopaka and Dillon with my 10-year-old…read moredaughter. Not only were we able to get several waves, we also learned a bunch about surfing, the area, and a lot more. What stood out most is that these guys clearly care about the people they're teaching. They showed up with great surfboards, rash guards, and even a hat my daughter loved, and they made sure we were taken care of every step of the way. The whole experience felt safe, easy, and well-organized -- they knew exactly where to go, how to meet up, and how to make the logistics simple. I'm extremely uncoordinated -- I can barely roller skate -- and somehow I was able to get up almost immediately and catch several waves. My daughter also felt cared for and encouraged the whole time. There was always someone close by, so we never felt like we were just out there on our own not knowing what to do. They also had water afterward to help us rinse off and were just helpful, friendly, and fun to talk to about surfing and the area. For the value, it honestly felt like an incredible deal: basically two instructors for two hours, with top-notch service, at a very reasonable price. Even at twice the price, I would have felt like it was worth it. Highly recommend, especially for beginners or families. It was one of the best experiences of our trip.

Amazing local surf school . Best instructors you could ask for . Local knowledge with true aloha…read morespirit. Lopaka and his crew are amazing ! You have to check out Got Um Surfing lessons on Maui , he is great with kids too!

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Tiger F.

3 years ago

Came to Maui for the honeymoon of our dreams! We decided to try our hand at surfing and talked to all the surf shops to find the right fit for us! Some of the other surf shops offered a more laid back experience that sounded nice but wouldn't guarantee we would stand up. Then we met Big Foot! A professional surfer who had the confidence and swagger to match his beaming fun personality! He told us to come by the next day and book a lesson and we would for sure stand up. When we showed up the next day it was the smoothest experience I have ever had. Right from the jump Bigfoot was all in on our experience. It was light hearted and fun yet extremely instructive. Both me and my wife were able to stand up on our first waves!!! From there he tweaked our form and gave us useful instruction to help us improve as surfers. When we were exhausted from surfing he took us out beyond the surf and shared fun Stories as well as interesting local history. Then back to the waves! Whenever we caught a good wave we would hear him hooting and hollering praise at our accomplishment! I can not recommend this surf shop any more especially if you have "Big Foot" as your instructor! We will be going back! The lesson is worth double what they charge!!! Absolutely awesome! 5 stars is not enough!!! read more

David L.

3 years ago

Nous avons pris un 2h de cours semi privé avec notre groupe de 4 débutants. Notre instructeur Benny a pris soin de bien nous expliquer les éléments de sécurité et les points techniques avant d'entrer dans l'eau. Il a pris le soin de nous rassurer et de répondre à toute nos questions. Une fois dans les vagues, il nous a donné de bons conseils personnalisés pour nous permettre à tous de facilement arriver à surfer nos premières vagues. Il a été d'une grande aide et nous a permis de prendre les meilleures vagues. Nous avons passé un très bon moment. Trinity à l'accueil est très sympathique et dévouée. Si vous avez la chance de croiser le photographe Steven François, il vous offre de prendre des photos pour environ 30$ par personne. Ses photos sont de qualité et elles sont vraiment belles. Ça permet d'obtenir un beau souvenir de votre session de surf. Merci pour tout Lahaina Surf Shack read more

Sara B.

3 years ago

My 17 & 18 yo boys had a surf lesson with Ricky at 6:30 a.m. and while it may have been early they couldnt have been more right about it being the best time of the day to take a lesson. There were only a few locals out with Ricky and my boys. When they were finishing up their lesson there was a mass coming in from different surf shops and looks like it could get busy quick. Ricky was super personable and very engaging with my boys. It was the whole reason we went with this shop and Ricky was because when they stopped in a few days earlier Ricky was so fun and made the boys feel really comfortable with the idea of surfing as they were new to it and I had one who is a bit shy to the ocean as well. When they were done they said Ricky made the experience one of the highlights of their trip! Thanks Ricky and Lahaina Surf shop!! read more

Jodi C.

3 years ago

We booked surf lessons for our three boys; 12, 10 and 8 for our first day and first excursion in Maui. We arrived and everyone was so friendly and helpful. Our instructor, Kannon, greeted us and talked to the boys. He immediately made them feel excited and comfortable about surfing. We didn't have any real expectations at the start but just hoped the boys would have fun and maybe learn a little. Kannon exceeded our expectations. All three were out there paddling and catching waves. He spent 1:1 time with each of them, so they had an individualized experience. They left super happy, excited and wanting to go again. We booked another session for Thursday with Kannon and even I'm joining in this time. He made it look so fun! Definitely a must do when you're here. read more

Rachel F.

4 years ago

Jedi was an amazing instructor! He took our family of 5, ages 7-53, with zero previous experience and had us all up and feeling great. He was so uplifting and positive. He really made us all feel at ease. He was knowledgeable about surfing, the island and the waves. You could tell he loved teaching people to surf. He knew how to read the crowd. My 7 year old can be quite shy and have a low attention span and he reached him. My tween and teenage girls are a bit shy and hesitant and they were surfing in minutes. In my mind he went above and beyond during our lesson. Thanks for the memories!! Also the photos were an unexpected add but a definate plus!! read more

Josh C.

4 years ago

We had 3 great days of surfing with Lahaina Surf Shack. Trinity was super helpful coordinating all of our needs and constantly changing schedules! Our first day 7 of us took lessons with Jedi and Kannen and everyone got up for a few good rides. We had so much fun we came back a few days later for another run at it with Niko and Leo. My wife joined in this time (much better than me). We came back a 3rd time with my sons to just rent boards and the team was helpful setting us up with what we needed to try it on our own. I highly recommend them all! read more

Darlene B.

4 years ago

What a wonderful experience! Our kids had never surfed before and this could not have been a better way to start learning how. Upon arrival we were greeted by Frenchy. He was genuinely happy to see us. He introduced us to Cannon who was our instructor. Cannon was very patient and kind as he taught our kids to spot the waves, stand and surf. Could not be happier. Frenchy was able to snap some photos of both kids surfing that we will be printing and hanging on our wall. 5 stars all the way. Thank you for a great experience! read more

Rodney C.

4 years ago

Niko had us catching waves in the first 5 minutes of the lesson! His knowledge of the ocean, wave selection and the mechanics of surfing was extraordinary. We not only learned how to surf, but we got to meet an incredible human being. Thank you Niko! The Surf Shack online system to pay and sign their waiver was quick and efficient. The staff were friendly and made us feel like Ohana! Thank you for the phenomenal service and for creating a lifetime memory. Aloha my friends, until next time! Your Ohana from Bend, Oregon. read more

Nikki H.

3 years ago

What a great experience!!! From the minute we walked up the staff was so so friendly and welcoming. Definitely felt the aloha spirit. I could of sat and chatted all day. My husband instructor was Eddy and he was absolutely amazing. My husband got up at least 3 times and it was definitely because of they way Eddy showed and explained things. My husband is already talking about coming back and booking another lesson with Eddy. If you are on the fence about a lesson, do it!!! Mahalo Eddy and Lahaina Surf Shack!!! read more

Tbone N.

4 years ago

If you're lucky enough to have Eddie as your instructor, you're lucky enough. Had a freakin amazing lesson yesterday. Eddie is a great coach...what he teaches you on the beach gives you all the confidence you need to pop up on the board and ride the waves in on your first try. All three of us (48 mom, 47 dad, 14 son) all got up on our first try and surfed with smiles on our faces with Eddie cheering us on from behind. He kept us safe out there and gave great pointers on each run. We will be back next year! read more

Jennifer C.

5 years ago

WOW! Highly recommend. Our kids had Connor as their instructor, could not have been a better experience. Connor was/is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate surfer which was infectious to all of us! Thank you Connor and Surf Shack for making this experience one of our most memorable on Maui. I also recommend getting your surfing photos taken by Frenchy on the beach. My husband and I thought we would be able to capture them ourselves but they were to far out to get any good shots so for $25 well worth it! read more

Brynne T.

4 years ago

So awesome! My family had surf lessons this morning. 4 of us with one instructor (Ricky), and my youngest had a private lesson with Benny. These guys know their stuff and they got all of us up on our boards riding the waves! It was so much fun! I highly recommend them if you are looking to learn the basics and get yourself actually up on the board surfing. I cannot say enough good things about Ricky and Benny. They took such good care of us, and we all left having had the best time. Thank you so much!!!!! read more

William F.

3 years ago

We had wonderful experience today at Lahaina Surf Shack!! Our teen girl had a surf lesson with Eddie and they had so much fun!! He helped put them at ease and they got up surfing in no time, thanks to his great instructions. We also enjoyed a delicious breakfast and coffee before their lesson at the cute cafe next door to their shack. Billy was very friendly as we were shopping for merchandise after the lesson as well! Thank you all for making our day so fun and giving us more amazing Maui memories!! read more

Emily G.

4 years ago

My husband and I had a spur of the moment decision to take a surfing lesson and had a BLAST. The staff were very friendly and our instructor, Jed/Jedi, was really fun, had great energy, provided good helpful feedback during the lesson, and shared some lovely knowledge about the island and its ocean. Never would have thought I'd go surfing but these folks helped me catch the bug! If you're in doubt, give it a try! The water was beautiful and not overwhelming for a first timer. read more

Robyn J.

4 years ago

The LahAina surf shack was the best. We were in Maui during record swells. They were very attentive to the wave size and called us to rebook a different day that would be safer. They kept in contact with us letting us know if we were good to go or needed to cancel. The instructors were amazing and the whole family was able to surf! We had to children 10 and 12 and the instructors made sure to keep everybody safe the whole time with non-stop surfing fun! read more

Leslie T.

4 years ago

We just had the most fun, amazing, exhausting and exhilarating first-time-on-surfboards experience. "Big Foot," our instructor, was just great - 72% surf instructor, 28% psychoanalyst. He had us up on the boards almost right away, and was a great cheerleader. I would absolutely highly recommend him and this entire operation. Very well run and very fun. And if two 60-year old women can say this, well, you can only imagine how well they treat you!!! read more

Dena E.

4 years ago

My kids wanted to learn to surf when we were at a stop from a cruise ship. The location was less than a 5 min walk from where our tour dropped us off in Lahaina. The kids had Bigfoot as their instructor and loved him, both got up and were able to surf. He was a great instructor and the kids had a lot of fun with him. Both my kids are pretty athletic and 2 hours didn't seem like a long time but they were pretty wiped out by the time they were done. read more

Christie M.

4 years ago

We had a great family experience with Lahaina Surf Shack and the whole team. This was our first trip to Hawaii and my kids 7 &10 first time in the ocean. Tricky Ricky made my kids feel confident and took it really slow with them. He explained everything and made this overthinking mamma relax and have a great time and actually catch some waves! The entire team was so nice, personable and encouraging. I would highly recommend doing lessons with them! read more

Mib-67 N.

4 years ago

We had an awesome surfing family training lesson at Bully's surf school. The training team led by Bully is incredible, extremely friendly and very supportive. They took really care of us and we definitively recommend to choose this amazing school when going to Lahaina and looking for a surf school. We will keep this momentum forever in our memory and if we will come back we will choose Bully's surf school again. Mahalo ‍ Juergen and family read more

Torsten O.

4 years ago

This might be the best surf school in Hawaii! Anyway, my 11yr-old son and me had a really great experience with our friendly and knowledgeable instructor Ollie! Way better and much more indiviualized than at another school we tried, where the tutors only pushed us on to the waves and told us to relax while trying to stand up. Here we felt to really make some progress! Thanks for the great das, Ollie at the LaHaina Surf Shack! read more

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I did the single person group class, and I had the best time! Rafael is an incredible instructor,…read moregot me foiling on my knees and a little bit standing, which was incredible for my first time ever. I haven't done many board sports recently so it was impressive that he was able to coach me so well. The e-foils themselves are an absolute blast to use, easy to understand and with a high skill ceiling. Definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get freaky on the ocean!

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Could not have asked for a better instructor for my first time on a board…read more I booked a private lesson to really "try surfing" and see if it's even for me. Zack has great attitude, knows surfing AND new surfers, and got me the best results for my time. He guided us to the best spots to catch waves, gets you going into the wave, and sends you off cheering. When you inevitably fall, his feedback is on point. He's chill, friendly with everyone, and is dialed-in on surfing. Zack is a professional - period. I'll be bringing him to Zack when it's my son's turn to surf. Website is super easy to use too.

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