About Goofy Foot - 2 Hour Surfing Lesson
Learn to surf on Maui with Goofy Foot in a 2-hour lesson designed for beginners and improving surfers, with instruction, gear and ocean coaching.
Whether you're chasing your very first wave or looking to level up your skills, Goofy Foot's surf school makes the process simple, safe and fun. Lessons take place on gentle breaks ideal for learning, and every session blends practical tips with a big dose of Maui stoke.
Group Surf Lesson – Beginner (2 Hours)
Start with the basics—paddling, pop-ups and reading the lineup—then put it all together under the watchful eye of a pro instructor. Group classes are limited to five students, so you'll get plenty of feedback while sharing high-fives with new friends.
- No previous surf or ocean experience required
- Professional instructor guides you through paddling, standing and board control
- Emphasis on safety, timing and positioning
- Maximum 5 students per instructor
- Minimum 2 participants per booking
- Minimum age: 9 years (younger kids should book a private lesson)
Private Surf Lesson – Beginner & Intermediate (2 Hours)
If you prefer extra attention or want to fast-track your progress, a private lesson delivers one-on-one coaching from a certified instructor. Tailored drills and immediate feedback help beginners stand up sooner and intermediates refine turns and wave selection.
- No experience necessary—lesson is customized to your level
- Exclusive one-on-one instruction with a certified surf coach
- Flexible focus: first waves, intermediate techniques or specific goals
- Ideal environment for kids under 9 or anyone seeking personal coaching
Activity Notes
Where & When
Lesson times:
8:00 am & 10:30 am.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson time.
Meeting Location:
"Guardrails" Surf Spot, HWY 30 (mile marker 19), Lahaina, HI 96761 View Map
Guardrails is a gravel/dirt parking lot, 400 feet south of Puamana Beach Park, off of HWY 30, at Mile Marker 19. Parking is roadside parking. Look for and meet by the lone tree near the cement road barriers. You will see staff with boards near the tree.
Please note:
There is no cell phone service in this area, so please confirm the location prior to the time of your lesson. Please also complete your electronic liability waiver prior to leaving/arriving to your lesson due to no cell service at the surf spot. The electronic waiver will be in your confirmation email that you will receive after booking your lesson.
Restrictions
Participants must be at least 9 years old in a group lesson. Children under 9 may participate in a private lesson.
Special Notes
Beach Park Amenities:
This beach park offers picnic tables, barbecue pits and a couple porta potties for public use.
There are no public restrooms available at this location other than the porta potties, and there is no running water. Water refill stations for drinking water are not available at this beach.
We recommend that you bring water and snacks/lunch. It is a beautiful beach to relax and swim after your lesson.
Operation Days
Monday - Friday
Duration
2 hours
Vendor
This activity is operated by Goofy Foot Surfing.