Learn to surf with a 2-hour private lesson at Kalama Beach Park
2 Hours
Surfboard, Reef shoes, Rashguard
Build your skills with a private surf lesson on the beaches and waters off Kalama Beach Park in Kihei. You’ll get guidance from professional instructors and have all the gear you need.
You must be a confident swimmer. Equipment has a maximum rider weight limit of 220–230 lb (100–105 kg). Gratuity is not included (suggested tip is 20%).
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded. No-shows are charged the full price. You receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Yes. All participants must be confident swimmers.
Yes. The minimum age for a group class is 11 years old and 95 lb (43 kg). If you’re under 11 or under 95 lb, book a semi-private or private lesson; children under 8 must book a private lesson. Equipment has a maximum rider weight limit of 220–230 lb (100–105 kg); if you exceed this, notify the operator in advance so they can make special arrangements.
Bring drinking water and plan to stay well-hydrated. If you have them, bring a long-sleeved surf shirt/lycra top, yoga pants, and reef shoes; the operator can provide these if you don’t have them.
Kalama Park in Kihei.
Big Kahuna's instructors consistently earn praise for their patience and ability to get first-timers standing on boards quickly. Names like Sol, Pedro, Jesse, David, and Bryan come up repeatedly, with reviewers noting how they tailor instruction to each person's needs and make nervous kids feel comfortable. The Kihei location (the Cove) seems ideal for beginners with small waves and shallow water, and there's a bonus many don't expect: sea turtles swimming alongside you during lessons. The photography package gets enthusiastic mentions throughout the reviews. Photographers like Johnny, Leilani, and Rory capture those triumphant moments on the waves, and multiple families mention framing these photos as trip souvenirs. Group lessons stay small with multiple instructors dividing people up, so you're not lost in a crowd. While one older review mentions a completely missed lesson (since resolved with a refund), recent feedback consistently points to a well-organized operation where the whole crew cheers for everyone in the water and genuinely wants you to succeed.
Everybody was great! Pedro was a patient and amazing instructor, all of us (wife, daughter, and I all never having surfed before) were able to stand up and have fun. Johnny takes some great pictures too! (I'm sure I'm falling down here, but don't tell anyone because he made me look like a pro!)
Russ Roslewski
May 25, 2025
Everybody was great! Pedro was a patient and amazing instructor, all of us (wife, daughter, and I all never having surfed before) were able to stand up and have fun. Johnny takes some great pictures too! (I'm sure I'm falling down here, but don't tell anyone because he made me look like a pro!)
Russ Roslewski
May 25, 2025