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Hans Hedemann Surf School – Surfing in Waikiki Group Lesson

Learn the basics of surfing on Waikiki Beach with a group lesson covering ocean safety, paddling, standing and wave timing.

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About Hans Hedemann Surf School - Surfing in Waikiki Group Lesson

Learn to surf at Waikiki Beach, where the gentle rolling waves make it easier to get comfortable on the board and start building confidence in the water. Your instructor begins on the sand with a quick safety talk and the basics of paddling, positioning and standing up before everyone heads out to practice.

The small-group setup keeps the lesson friendly and gives you plenty of chances to get feedback as you work on catching waves. Along the way, you’ll also learn basic ocean etiquette and how to read the break so the experience feels less intimidating and more natural as the session goes on.

Lesson Highlights

  • Small-group lesson at Waikiki Beach
  • Beginner-friendly instruction for first-time and newer surfers
  • Safety briefing, land practice and guided water time
  • Learn paddling, pop-ups, positioning and basic ocean etiquette
  • Professional, lifeguard-certified surf instructors
  • Rashguard, reef shoes and surfboard provided
Before you go

Special Instructions

Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.

Where & When

Lesson times:
8:00 am - 10:00 am
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Check in 20-30 minutes prior to your selected lesson time at Hans Hedemann Surf School Waikiki at Queen Kapiolani Hotel, 150 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
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Restrictions

Must be at least 14 years old to participate in this group lesson.

Operation Days

Daily

Duration

2 hours

Equipment

Soft (learner) or Regular Surfboards

Vendor

This activity is operated by Hans Hedemann Surf School.

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