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The 15 Best Lessons & Classes in Maui

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Maui days fill quickly once you land. These 15 lessons & classes deserve a slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.

Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei - Learning to catch your first wave
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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

1.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Meet your instructor at Surf Shack in Kihei for a two-hour beginner lesson capped at six students. You’ll cover ocean safety and surf etiquette on land, then practise catching small waves with a surfboard, rash guard, and water booties provided. Instructors such as Mike, Ivan, Jay, and Francisco have led lessons here. If you don’t get surfing in one lesson, your next lesson is free.

“Justo and Sofi were amazing instructors. Super patient and in no time, i was able to catch my very own wave. The camera girly was super nice too. Cool shots. 100 percent recommended”

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Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side - What the instruction is like for a first-timer
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Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

2.Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 547 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Best value

Spend about 90 minutes learning to surf with Outrageous Adventures Surf School. A certified instructor covers paddling, wave timing, and standing up, then helps you practice in the water. Surfboards, booties, and rash guards are included. Groups are capped at five, and instructors named by past participants include Scott, Tyler, and Patrick.

“10/10! Loved how Scott got us in the water immediately. We had a blast and would definitely do a lesson with him again! 🤙”

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Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei - Practice in warm, relatively gentle water
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Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

3.Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

Spend about two hours learning to surf at Kalama Beach Park in Kihei. Surf Club Maui supplies a board, reef shoes, and rash guard, then coaches you through a land lesson and into gentle waves. Group size is capped at six, and instructors such as Bryan, Epps, and Sarge have earned praise for patient, clear coaching.

“Amazing time! First time ever! Our instructor was so good. Only 4 people in our group great help. LOVED IT”

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Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson - Check-in, beach briefing, and first waves
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Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

4.Maui Lahaina Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 235 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Spend two hours learning to surf off Lahaina with a group capped at five. Your instructor covers beach safety, technique, and etiquette, then helps you take turns catching waves. Boards, rash guards, and water shoes are provided. A photographer takes pictures that you can buy afterward.

“Very nice and patient instructor, really friendly staff. I felt so comfortable and had a great time! Full recommendation! Thank you alm for a great experience!”

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Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina - A Good Choice for Kids and First-Timers
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Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina

5.Private Surf Lesson for Two Near Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Meet your instructor at Rivers to the Sea near Lahaina for a 90-minute lesson shared by two people. You’ll get a soft-top board, rash guard, and reef shoes, then work on surfing basics with close guidance. Instructors include Sharky, Tanner, Eric, Jess, and Kane, though your assigned teacher may vary.

“My husband and I signed up and I was terrified. Kane was such an excellent instructor, my fears disappeared completely. My husband and I both were able to get up on the board on the water within the first hour and by the end of the lesson, I was hooked, looking forward to the next time. Husband and I bothe enjoyed and would definitely do it again!”

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Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina - The shore entry and carrying your gear
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Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina

6.Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $158

Learn scuba basics through PADI eLearning, then practice essential skills in the ocean with a PADI Professional. Groups are limited to four, and equipment is provided. Instructors named in guest accounts include Matt, Scott, Joe, Abby, Gretchen, and Annika. Expect a shore entry, not a pool session, and plan to carry your own gear.

“My two adult daughters (both mid-20s) had done a few dives in their teens in Europe but never were PADI certified. We did the Discover Scuba dive together on the Wharf and it was perfect! Probably saw 30 turtles- many within arms reach. 2 sharks as well. Joe did a great job refreshing my daughters on their skills before we went down- superb instructor and patient with beginners but not overly controlling. I’ve been diving in Egypt, Mexico, Spain, and Oahu and this was on par or better than all four.”

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Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina - What the $227.50 price gets you
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Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina

7.Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $227

Start with a 45-minute lesson at Extended Horizons Scuba in Lahaina, then head to a nearby beach for a guided underwater introduction in a group of no more than four. Your instructor supplies the gear and sets a comfortable pace, with possible sites including Black Rock, Kapalua Bay and Canoe Beach. Green sea turtles may appear, but sightings are not guaranteed.

“My husband and I decided to try Scuba for the first time with Extended Horizons Scuba. Chris, our instructor, was incredible! He helped us feel 100% comfortable, empowered, and confident. Chris was not only friendly but his passion for scuba and the animals / reef was contagious! We will definitely be back and can’t wait to get certified!”

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2 Hour Beginner Group Surf Lessons - What you can realistically learn in two hours
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2 Hour Beginner Group Surf Lessons

8.2 Hour Beginner Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Goofy Foot Surf School’s two-hour group lesson starts with a beachside introduction to surfing basics, then moves into the water for coached practice. Boards, reef shoes, and rash guards are provided, and groups are capped at five. Instructors such as Mario, Austin, and Kailani have helped first-timers and families get comfortable on the board.

“Goofy Foot Surf School is amazing!!! They were very responsive and communicative leading up to and after our lesson. They even provided a photographer, Gabriel, to capture photos during our lesson if we were interested! His fees were reasonable and we got a ton of great action shots and could just enjoy watching our kids surf. Our 3 kids, ages 10, 13 and 16, had a blast! This was their first time ever surfing and they all got up on their boards numerous times and had such a fun positive experience. Their instructor Kailani was incredible! His enthusiasm and love of the sport is infectious. A brief lesson/intro on land…”

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Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach - Learning to catch a first wave
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Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

9.Group Surf Lessons from Kaanapali Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

At Ka'anapali Beach, Sea Maui Surf gives beginners aged 13 and up a 90-minute group lesson with a maximum of four students per instructor. You’ll get a surfboard, rash guard, booties, basic instruction, and an ocean safety briefing. You must be able to swim and feel comfortable in the ocean. Instructors named by past participants include Devin, Danny, TJ, and Sky.

“Great time with our instructor Devin. Good location and was an overall enjoyable experience for a beginner”

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2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui - Should you book the Lahaina private surf lesson?
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2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui

10.2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125

Join Keep It Simple Hawaii Surf School for a private, two-hour Lahaina lesson with your own group, never strangers. Start with a 20 to 25 minute beach lesson, then work on waves with hands-on coaching. Surfboards, water shoes, and rashguards are provided. Instructors including Mario, Mack, Luke, and Austin have helped beginners of many ages get started.

“We had a blast surfing, and the support and coaching from Austin and Mario was perfect. Great pictures from Tim as well. We had a wide range of ages (45, 16, 15, 11) with no experience and everyone stood up on the board and was ready to go another hour.”

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2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina - Wave conditions shape the day
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2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

11.2 Hour Private Surf Lesson For Two In Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $145

In Lahaina, you and one companion get a two-hour private surf lesson with a 2-to-1 student-to-instructor ratio. Start with 20 to 25 minutes on land, then practice in the water with hands-on help catching waves. Instructors have included Mario, Ramon, Austin, Luke, and Mack. Boards, rashguards, and water shoes are provided.

“This was an amazing experience! The instructors were AMAZING! Very caring and made sure you knew what you were going! My husband and I felt very comfortable surfing in our own by the end of it. Definitely recommend them for you surfing in experience!”

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Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei - What to know before you paddle out
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Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei

12.Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Kalama Park in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Maui Waveriders at 2021 S Kihei Rd for a two-hour surf lesson near Kalama Park. You’ll get a brief land lesson on technique and ocean safety, then work with an instructor in the water. Surf shoes and shirts are included, with wetsuits subject to availability. Instructors such as Wave Daddy, Andrew, Jade, and Ben have helped beginners and families get started.

“We had another wonderful experience at Maui Waveriders! This was our third year visiting and we have a better time each year!”

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Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui - Photos, coral, and the chance of a turtle sighting
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Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui

13.Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

At Makena Bay, you’ll learn to swim in a mermaid tail and monofin with a CPR- and first-aid-certified instructor. The private lesson is for ages 6 and up who are comfortable in the ocean. Tails and fins are provided, along with an underwater digital photo package.

“My wife and 8 yo daughter had the experience of a lifetime! Highly recommend this, book it! I tagged along and had a great time watching them become mermaids. Pictures turned out amazing and Aqua is truly one of the coolest people on Maui. Great experience.”

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Private Surf Lesson for Group of 3-5 Near Lahaina - What your instructor helps you learn
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Private Surf Lesson for Group of 3-5 Near Lahaina

14.Private Surf Lesson for Group of 3-5 Near Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Meet Rivers To The Sea in Lahaina for a 90-minute private surf lesson with your own group. An instructor teaches water safety and surfing basics, then helps you practise in the water. Boards, reef shoes, and SPF-50 rash guards are included. Lessons suit beginners and intermediate surfers, with a minimum age of seven.

“My family has never gone surfing before, but after this experience we are looking forward to surfing whenever we can return to Hawaii. Our instructor was Sharky, and he embodied the truly laidback, Hawaiian attitude to everything. First he had us observe what others were doing, then he had us practice standing up, and then he had us paddle out after that. My daughter and husband picked it up seemingly right away. My daughter didn’t even really get her hair wet, riding to the shore time after time perfectly. Me, on the other hand, wiped out my first time and then was too paralyzed by fear to even try standing…”

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2 Hour Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina - The water session: coaching beside you
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2 Hour Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina

15.2 Hour Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $205

Meet your own instructor in Lahaina for a private two-hour surf lesson. Start with 20 to 25 minutes of land-based safety and technique, then head into the water for hands-on coaching. Instructors including Mack, Ramon, Mario, and Austin have helped beginners stand up, while experienced surfers can get tips suited to their level.

“Very friendly and helpful. Everyone had fun. There were four coaches, one for each of us. They invited a photographer to snap photos as well, and she took photos throughout the lesson.”

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