Get out on the water with a Waikiki stand-up paddleboard lesson. This experience is tailored to families, providing a kid-friendly way to enjoy the natural beauty and environment of Oahu. By booking in advance, you won't risk this activity being sold out during your Hawaiian vacation.
- Learn how to SUP with instruction tailored to all ages and skill levels
- Enjoy a family-friendly water activity in Waikiki
- All equipment is provided for a worry-free experience
- Transport provided from select locations for your convenience
What To Expect
Jump on the Surf School Bus and we will get you from wherever you're staying in Waikiki to the beach and up and riding! We offer a complimentary courtesy shuttle. Our knowledgeable staff will meet you at one of our convenient hotel pick-up locations. You’ll be stoked to ride in our air-conditioned, clean, easy-to-spot yellow Surf School Bus or white shuttle with our logo on the side. After our friendly staff introduce themselves, we will shuttle you to our Ohana Surf Center located in the Waikiki Beach Marriott. From there you will get checked-in, geared up, and then will be shuttled to the beach for some paddle boarding!
Once by the ocean, you will meet your instructor and talk about your previous experience, swimming strength or any other concerns or conditions, then we’ll have you walk your high quality lesson boards to the beach. When you’re comfortable and ready, we leash ourselves to the board and into the water we go!
After the lesson, you’ll be taken back to the Ohana Surf Center where you can check out photographs, videos, or buy some merch for yourself or friends. Then after your purchases are made, we drive you back to one of our convenient drop off locations.
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Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
2 person minimum. Family lessons require at least one child 12 or younger and one of their parents. Additional family members may be added.
If a student needs to be on the same board as the instructor then the child will need his/her own private instructor. Often children 6 and under may be on a tandem lesson, although if older kids feel uncomfortable in the ocean, then a tandem lesson helps them feel safer and is recommended for them as well.
Not wheelchair accessible
These lessons are a ratio of 1 instructor for every 3/4 family members.
If any participants cannot swim please advise the staff ahead of time as a private lesson may be recommended.
If any participants have any medical conditions or injuries that we should be aware of please advise the staff ahead of time.
Near public transportation
If you are prone to seasickness, you may want to take a remedy you are accustomed to using before the lesson (talk to your doctor for recommendations).
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
All of our written materials are also available in Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. With at least 24 hours notice, we will do our best to accommodate Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese speaking-instructors.
Please come prepared for the lesson by wearing your bathing suit, bringing a towel and making sure to apply sunscreen ahead of time.
Complimentary transportation is available from select locations in Waikiki. Exact pick-up location and time will be emailed to you by the supplier. If you do not receive these details 24 hours prior to your lesson, please contact Ohana Surf Project
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Include
Professional instructor
Transportation to and from designated meetings spots in Waikiki and certain hotels outside of Waikiki with advance notice
All taxes, fees and handling charges
All necessary equipment including rashguard, reef shoes, and standup paddleboard
Exclude
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available for purchase)
Max group – 8
