My long awaited trip to Hawaii led me & my 2 daughters to Maui, where we were referred to Maui True North for surf lessons. I didn't think I'd be able to surf, & my eldest daughter wasn't sure because of a skin condition which has limited her athleticism all her life. Brett showed her ways to pop up on the board without damaging her skin, & she bossed it! I actually surfed myself! And my youngest daughter nailed it! We all had so much fun & felt completely safe with Brett looking after us! We all got the total surfing in Hawaii experience..especially my daughters, who loved being driven to and from the beach in the back of his truck along with the surfboards!! But we took away much more than a happy memory and some Facebook pics! Through chatting with Brett about his own personal journey, I was inspired to try some life changes that he suggested. So I gave up alcohol and went on a healthier diet. It's now been 6 months without the influence of alcohol in my life. Sobriety has given me so much. I'm happier, healthier, stronger and I have the respect of my daughters. I'm now living an authentic life as a mother, artist and business owner. I'm allowing my intuition to be my best guide. Thank you Brett for your inspiration. My life is so much richer for having met you! read more

Surfing with Brett from Maui True North was the highlight of my first trip to the island. If you're considering getting surf lessons on your trip, don't waste your time (or money) with the surf lessons from the hotels and resorts. A couple of days before my awesome Maui True north experience, I tried the surf lessons with my resort...that was a big a let down. After a few failed attempts at standing up they just gave me a stand up paddle board and said it was the same as surfing ;) not the same. And disappointing experience for a newbie to the island! But Brett saved the day. He's great company and stellar surf instructor. He spent some time teaching me on land, then had me standing up on my first wave. I'm no pro, but he had me loving surfing through and through by the end of our session. And if you're going to spend all that time out on the water, it's great to do it with someone who is fun to be around. Can't wait for my lessons when I visit the island again soon. read more

If you're an adventure seeker, and looking for an experience with a true local, Brett is your guy. We are finishing our vacation in Maui, and two of our most memorable experiences have been with Brett from True North. I started out with a one-on-one surf lesson, followed by a personalized hike through the Bamboo Forest. Not only did Brett take us on an amazing adventure that we would not have found on or own, but before we booked it, Brett took the time to sit down with us over breakfast and explain the wide variety of services he offers. He also gave us advice on the best beaches, snorkeling, attractions, and local restaurants. Without a doubt, I would recommend Brett to anybody who is looking for a personalized local guide. read more

Amazing experience! My family booked a private surfing lesson for a group of 6-- which included 3 kids ages 5,6, and 11. Brett was prompt in answering any questions i had regarding our lesson. He provided life vests for the kids and was great working with them. He was encouraging and understood the comfort level of each kid. The joy on their faces while on the water was priceless! Brett and Fabricio took each of us out and helped us catch some amazing waves! We all agreed that our favorite time during our trip to Maui was our surf lessons with Maui True North! Brett and Fabricio--we can't thank you enough for the wonderful memories we made!! read more

I am a nervous nelly when it comes to the ocean so when my kids wanted a surf lesson, I was ill at ease. Our hotel set up a lesson with Brett at Maui True North. He was communicative and timely. He met us at the beach as scheduled and gave the kids instructions before they hit the ocean. My son popped up on the first few tries. Our daughter got to her knees. Brett seemed to pay attention to both of them to try to develop their skills and confidence. The beach he selected was perfect for beginners. Would definitely book him again - highly recommend a private or semi private lesson versus the companies that take 10-15 out at a time. read more

I am in the middle of my kite lessons with Brett at Maui True North and there's only one review: 5 Stars. Brett is a truly excellent teacher and I doubt I would be feeling this comfortable on a kite after the second lesson if somebody else would teach me. He immediately recognized what type of training I needed and his explanations make things really easy. Having no experience with wind-related sports, I cannot believe I was on the water so quickly! A student is only as good as their teacher... Plus, Brett is super fun to hang out with. Thumbs up, hands down - Maui True North is da best! read more

Bret was a fantastic instructor for this first-time-surfing family--dad, an 11 year old son and 8 year old daughter. We got oriented efficiently and got in the water quickly with just the right amount and kind of instruction. Thanks to Bret we were all able to get up early and often and enjoy every minute of the experience--plus we learned a lot about our geography, the island and surfing as we waited between waves. Each of us made noticeable progress thanks to Bret's teaching. Both kids report that their surf lesson was the highlight of our trip and dad agrees! Thank you, Bret! read more

Brett will be the coolest guy you meet in Maui. I took his surf lesson with my boyfriend and he was amazing! It was both our first times surfing and we absolutely love it now! Brett will take his time explaining everything to you in and out of the water! He has lots of experience in the ocean and will take great care of you. Definitely the only surf school I will recommend! By far the best thing I did in Maui. I will never forget this experience! Choose Maui True North! read more

If you are unsure where to surf, with whom, or need some guidance - look no further. Brett at Maui True North is awesome - great teacher, knows the island well (safety), and patient. As you know, ocean conditions vary by the day and sometimes it takes a little hunting and acceptance to find the right surf spot - Brett's a great communicator and will work with you to find it. 10 STARS. - Matt read more

Our surf lesson was great. Brett and Jason were super with my children. Our 8 and 12 year olds stood up so many times. Our youngest was nervous and took breaks but always wanted to go back out. Both instructors were calm and showed them the tools and the lesson was a highlight of our trip. water was warm and waves were calm for beginners. It was a great location to use. highly recommend them. read more

My 16 year old daughter's only wish was to learn how to surf - and Brett delivered. He was patient, knowledgeable, warm hearted and instructive. The waves and weather at Ukumehame Beach were excellent. We enjoyed watching her learn from someone who so obviously loves what he is doing and they both ended each lesson with huge smiles. We will be back for kite boarding lessons on our next trip. read more

Brett was awesome, booked 2 sessions with him for my son and nephew. He was so easy to work with though the booking process and golden on the water with the guys. He was very personable and took time to get to know us and the boys. We did not feel like just another vacationer wanting to Surf Maui. Totally enjoyed their time with Brett and Maui True North. Highly recommend !!!!! read more

The best! I highly recommend Maui True North with full confidence. Brett is an awesome coach and fantastic jetski driver! I've had 4 tow foiling sessions with him and I will always come back to Maui for more. I learn so much and I'm relaxed knowing Brett has my back out there as a top trained waterman plus he's so much fun to be around. Call him don't miss out on the fun :) read more

Brett is seriously AWESOME!! I had a freaking blast tandem kiteboarding with him. Total bucket list item. Super adrenaline rush too. Brett does a great job of making you feel safe yet also your cheeks will hurt from smiling and laughing so much! I recommend ANY adventures with him as he knows the island and knows how to live life to the fullest!! read more

Our family had a great time with Steve, and he was great at navigating the different needs of the group (50+ adult, two teens, and 8 year old). Dad and youngest got tired before the teens, and Steve kept teens out having fun. They were really psyched about getting up on several waves. Steve's energy and enthusiasm were very motivating and fun. read more

Great surf lessons! They also do kite surfing and Mountain Biking, the instructor is a cool guy as well and seems cognizant that if you are a beginner he is patient and supportive, I did manage to stand and " get up" in the end, I was exhausted though.. even though I had like 20 15 mins left , I would do this again next time I am on Maui. read more

Awesome awesome awesome experience with Brett -- we ended up doing 14 hours of lessons this week and my son loved every minute of it. Such an amazing crew and simply saved our entire vacation after another company flaked out on lessons at last minute. We will definitely be back surfing Maui waves with Maui True North! read more

Thank you Brett for a patient, safety first approach to teaching my son how to kite! It was great to see his skills advance over the last week and even more rewarding to see his stoke at epic levels as he got the basics. You did a great job building fundamentals that will last a lifetime!!! Mahalo nui loa read more

Brett took my kite skills to well seasoned rider. Nuances taught: changing tacks according to wind direction (N -NE), how to set an edge for upwind and downwind (no planing down the coast) and bar untangling tricks. He is one of the best teachers on kite beach. Highly suggest 3 hour lesson block read more