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Poipu Private Surf Lesson 90 min

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

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  • Kauai
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Learn to paddle, stand, and catch waves in Poipu with a 90-minute private surf lesson and an instructor by your side.

About this tour

Learn to ride Hawaiian waves with a private surf lesson in Poipu, where the shoreline at Sheraton Beach sets the scene for a hands-on introduction to surfing. Your 90-minute experience begins on land at Poipu Surf Shop with guidance on the board, paddling, standing up, and ocean safety. Then take those skills into the water and practice catching waves with your instructor beside you throughout the lesson.

This Poipu private surf lesson is designed to make the first steps feel approachable, with surfboards and leashes provided for use during the session. Meet at Poipu Surf Shop in Kukui'ula Shopping Mall before heading to the beach. The lesson is limited to one person per booking, and participants need a moderate level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or those who are pregnant; the minimum age is 6.

Get a feel for the rhythm of the ocean and discover the joy of Hawaiian wave riding. Book your Poipu private surf lesson and make time for a memorable day on the water.

Highlights

  • Learn the basics of Hawaiian wave riding with an instructor
  • Practice paddling and standing during a land lesson
  • Head into the water to catch waves at Sheraton Beach
  • Stay with your instructor throughout the lesson

What's included

Included

  • Surfboards and leashes during the lesson
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Surfboard rentals outside the lesson

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Important information

  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Meet at Poipu Surf Shop, 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St h151, Koloa, HI 96756, across from Bubba’s Burgers
  • The lesson includes a 10–15-minute land introduction followed by time in the water
  • Surfboards are provided during the lesson but are not available for rent

Frequently asked questions

Where does the lesson meet?

Meet at Poipu Surf Shop in Kukui'ula Shopping Mall, 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St h151, Koloa, HI 96756, across from Bubba’s Burgers.

How long is the surf lesson?

The lesson lasts 90 minutes.

What happens during the lesson?

Start with a 10–15-minute land introduction to the surfboard, paddling, standing, and ocean safety, then head into the water to catch waves.

Are surfboards provided?

Surfboards and leashes are provided during the lesson. Board rentals are not offered.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 6 years old.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.80 from 5 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1.

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