Catching your first wave is an exhilarating experience, and Maui’s South Shore offers the perfect setting to try your hand at surfing. Led by experienced instructors, this beginner group surf lesson provides the guidance and support needed to get started. With personalized attention and a small class size, you’ll learn essential techniques in a safe, scenic environment. Whether you’re a complete novice or looking to improve your skills, this lesson promises an unforgettable adventure on the water.
Key Points
- 2-hour beginner surf lesson conducted by professional instructors with 20 years of experience in a 20-acre marine park on Maui’s South Shore.
- Emphasis on essential surfing techniques, including catching waves, standing up, and riding waves toward shore.
- Introduction to surfing safety and philosophy, with personalized guidance to help participants progress at their own pace.
- Meeting location at Kalama Beach Park, with wheelchair accessibility and service animals allowed.
- Pricing starts at $103.75 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
Overview of the Surf Lesson
The 2-hour beginner surf lesson on Maui’s South Shore is taught by professional instructors with 20 years of experience.
It takes place in a 20-acre marine park with various surf breaks suitable for all skill levels.
The lesson starts with an introduction to surfing safety and technique before entering the water.
The lesson begins with an introduction to surfing safety and technique before students venture into the ocean.
Students focus on skills like catching waves, standing up, and riding waves toward shore.
The instruction emphasizes the philosophy of surfing, including the focus and skill required for varying Pacific conditions.
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Lesson Structure and Highlights
During the surf lesson, instructors first introduce surfing safety and essential techniques before students enter the water.
The focus is on skills like catching waves, standing up, and riding them toward shore. Instructors also emphasize the philosophy of surfing, including the focus and skill required for varying Pacific conditions.
This balanced approach ensures students gain a well-rounded understanding of the sport. Throughout the session, the experienced instructors provide personalized guidance, helping participants progress at their own pace and build confidence in the water.
The hands-on instruction and supportive environment create a fun, rewarding learning experience.
Meeting Point and Transportation
Participants meet at 1900 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA, checking in 15 minutes before the start time at Kalama Beach Park.
They must call or text the day before to confirm the weather and start time.
The transportation provided is wheelchair accessible, and service animals are allowed.
The group size is limited to a maximum of 18 travelers per session.
This surf lesson isn’t recommended for individuals with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions, as they must be able to swim.
Participant Requirements
To participate in the beginner group surf lesson, travelers must be able to swim. The experience accommodates a maximum of 18 participants per session.
However, it’s not recommended for individuals with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions. The lesson is wheelchair accessible, and service animals are allowed.
The instructors emphasize safety and carefully monitor the group’s skill levels to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Participants should be prepared to get in the water and actively engage in learning the fundamentals of surfing in Maui’s scenic marine park.
Pricing and Cancellation Policy
The beginner group surf lesson on Maui’s South Shore is priced from $103.75 per person.
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts. This flexible policy allows travelers to plan their trip without worry.
Reviews for the lesson highlight it as a relaxing, fun experience with quality instruction, earning a perfect 5.0 rating from 7 past participants.
With a maximum of 18 travelers per session, the small group format ensures personalized attention from the professional instructors with 20 years of experience teaching on the island’s South Shore.
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Testimonials and Reviews
With a perfect 5.0 rating from 7 reviews, past participants have enthusiastically described the beginner group surf lesson as a relaxing, fun experience.
Travelers praised the quality of instruction, noting the knowledgeable, experienced teachers who guided them through the basics. One reviewer highlighted the lesson’s focus on the "philosophy of surfing," helping them develop a deeper appreciation for the sport.
Participants also appreciated the safe, accessible environment of the marine park, which offered suitable surf conditions for beginners.
Surf Conditions and Safety Considerations
As the lesson takes place in a 20-acre marine park, the surf conditions are carefully selected to accommodate beginner-level participants. The instructors assess the waves, wind, and other factors to ensure a safe and suitable environment.
They emphasize the importance of safety, including proper techniques for paddling, duck-diving, and falling off the board. Students also learn about rip currents, etiquette, and how to identify potential hazards.
The small class size allows for personalized attention, ensuring each student feels comfortable and secure throughout the lesson. Strict requirements, such as the ability to swim, help maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
Benefits of the Maui South Shore Location
Because the lesson takes place on Maui’s South Shore, students can expect to enjoy several key benefits.
The 20-acre marine park offers a variety of surf breaks suitable for beginners to advance. The protected area shelters participants from strong currents and dangerous swells, allowing the focus to remain on fundamental skills.
The warm, tropical waters of the Pacific provide an ideal environment for learning without the need for full wetsuits. Plus, the South Shore’s consistent, gentle waves make it an excellent location for first-time surfers to catch waves and progress their abilities in a safe, controlled setting.
The Sum Up
The Beginner Group Surf Lesson on Maui’s South Shore provides an exciting opportunity for novice surfers to learn the fundamentals in a supportive and scenic environment. With experienced instructors, personalized guidance, and a small class size, participants can expect a fun and rewarding surfing experience. The location’s ideal conditions make it the perfect spot to catch your first waves and develop essential techniques.
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