How much is a surf lesson in Lahaina, Maui?

From $85 per person for a group lesson of four or more. Private lessons start at $160, semi-private for two or three is $220, and one-to-one coaching at the Lahaina Breakwall is $250. Every lesson runs two hours.

Where do you learn to surf in Lahaina?

The Lahaina Breakwall and Launiupoko Beach Park just to the south. Both are on Maui's leeward west coast, sheltered from the north swells that make the north shore unsuitable for beginners in winter.

Is Lahaina good for beginner surfers?

Yes. West Maui is the calmer side of the island and the Breakwall is a slow, forgiving wave. Because it is sheltered from winter north swell, beginner lessons run here year-round rather than seasonally.

What age can children start surfing on Maui?

Surf Maui 101 takes children from age five. That is lower than most Hawaii group lessons, many of which set a minimum of sixteen. Comfort in water deeper than standing depth matters more than age.

Do you need to bring a surfboard?

No. Boards, leashes and rash guards are provided on every lesson listed here. Bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen - which is required by Hawaii state law - a towel and water.

What is the best time of day for a surf lesson in Lahaina?

Morning. Trade winds build through the day and chop the surface by late morning, so the first lessons of the day generally get the cleanest, easiest water to learn in.

Surf Lessons in Lahaina, Maui | Two Hours From $85

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Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina, Maui — Groups of Four or More

2 hours Per Person

A two-hour group surf lesson in Lahaina for parties of four or more, from age eight, with free shave ice and a certificate of completion.

From $85.00 / person

About this experience

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Per Person

Meeting

Lahaina, Maui — confirmed by the operator when you book

Cancellation

Free 48h

Highlights

$85 per person for groups of four or more
Free shave ice with every lesson
Certificate of completion
All instructors CPR and First Aid certified
Board rentals available from the same shop

What’s Included

Surfboard
Rash guard
Two hours of instruction
Certificate of completion
Free shave ice

About

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Lahaina Surf Shack: Ages 8+ · 2 hours · minimum party of four.
Price: $85.00 · confirm current rates at booking
Duration: 2 hours
Island: Maui
Best for: Families and groups of four or more booking together
Booking: instant confirmation.

WHAT IT INVOLVES
The group rate from Lahaina Surf Shack, available to parties of four or more. All instructors are certified in CPR and First Aid, and every lesson finishes with a certificate of completion and free shave ice.

HOW IT RUNS
A two-hour session taught to all ages, shapes and sizes. Board rentals are available from the same shop if you want to keep surfing afterwards.

PRICING
$85 per person, minimum party of four, for a two-hour lesson. Verified against the FareHarbor price API, August 2026. Confirm current rates at booking.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
– Lessons run 2 hours
– Minimum age is 8
– Minimum party size is four
– $85 per person
– All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

WHO IT IS FOR
Groups of four or more, from age eight.

BROWSE MORE
Browse more Maui surf lessons and board rentals, or see everything we run on Maui. Planning ahead? Read our guide to where to learn to surf on Maui, or how to choose between private and group lessons.

What to Bring

Swimwear worn under your clothes
A towel
Reef-safe sunscreen
Drinking water
A change of clothes for afterwards

Important Information

⚠Lessons run 2 hours
⚠Minimum age is 8
⚠Minimum party size is four
⚠$85 per person
⚠All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

Cancellation Policy

Confirm the operator's current cancellation window at booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, four people. The $85 rate is a group price for parties of four or more. Smaller parties should book the semi-private lesson, which takes two or three surfers, or the private lesson.

Eight and up. The school teaches all ages, shapes and sizes above that, and instructors are certified in CPR and First Aid.

A certificate of completion and free shave ice with every lesson, alongside the board, rash guard and two hours of instruction. Board rentals are available from the shop afterwards.

$85 each for a two-hour lesson, provided you have at least four people. That is among the lower group rates on Maui.

Yes. Lahaina Surf Shack offer rentals, so you can keep surfing once the lesson finishes if you feel confident enough to paddle out unaided.

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Semi-Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina, Maui — Two or Three

2 hours Per Group

A two-hour semi-private surf lesson in Lahaina at a two-to-one or three-to-one ratio, from age eight, with free shave ice and a certificate.

From $220.00 / person

About this experience

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Per Group

Meeting

Lahaina, Maui — confirmed by the operator when you book

Cancellation

Free 48h

Highlights

Two or three surfers to one instructor
Charged as a group total, not per person
$110 each for two, $100 each for three
Free shave ice and certificate of completion
CPR and First Aid certified instructors

What’s Included

Surfboards
Rash guards
Two hours of instruction
Certificate of completion
Free shave ice

About

QUICK ANSWER
Lahaina Surf Shack: Ages 8+ · 2 hours · two or three surfers per instructor.
Price: $220.00 · confirm current rates at booking
Duration: 2 hours
Island: Maui
Best for: Couples and trios wanting a low ratio without private prices
Booking: instant confirmation.

WHAT IT INVOLVES
The middle tier from Lahaina Surf Shack, sitting between the four-plus group rate and a full private lesson. Two students to one instructor, or three if you prefer, taught over two hours.

HOW IT RUNS
The same format as the group lesson but with far fewer people: fundamentals on the beach, then in-water coaching. Free shave ice and a certificate of completion are included, and board rentals are available afterwards.

PRICING
$220 for a two-to-one lesson and $300 for three-to-one, charged as a total for the group rather than per person — so $110 each for two, or $100 each for three. Verified against the FareHarbor price API, August 2026. Confirm current rates at booking.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
– Lessons run 2 hours
– Minimum age is 8
– $220 for two surfers, $300 for three
– Prices are a group total, not per person
– All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

WHO IT IS FOR
Pairs and trios travelling together.

What to Bring

Swimwear worn under your clothes
A towel
Reef-safe sunscreen
Drinking water
A change of clothes for afterwards

Important Information

⚠Lessons run 2 hours
⚠Minimum age is 8
⚠$220 for two surfers, $300 for three
⚠Prices are a group total, not per person
⚠All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

Cancellation Policy

Confirm the operator's current cancellation window at booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Per group. $220 covers two surfers with one instructor, and $300 covers three. That works out at $110 each for a pair or $100 each for three, which is close to group-lesson pricing at a far lower ratio.

The group lesson is $85 per person but requires a party of four or more and places more students with each instructor. Semi-private caps it at two or three, so you catch noticeably more waves.

Eight, the same as the group lesson. Instructors are certified in CPR and First Aid, and the school teaches all ages and abilities above that.

Two hours, covering a beach session on the fundamentals followed by in-water coaching with your own small group.

Boards, rash guards, two hours of instruction, a certificate of completion and free shave ice. Board rentals are available from the shop afterwards.

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Private Surf Lesson in Lahaina, Maui — All Ages, Two Hours

2 hours Per Person

A two-hour one-to-one surf lesson in Lahaina taught at any age, with free shave ice and a certificate of completion, at $160.

From $160.00 / person

About this experience

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Per Person

Meeting

Lahaina, Maui — confirmed by the operator when you book

Cancellation

Free 48h

Highlights

The lowest-priced private lesson in our Maui range
No minimum age, unlike the group tiers
One surfer to one instructor
Free shave ice and certificate of completion
CPR and First Aid certified instructors

What’s Included

Surfboard
Rash guard
Two hours of one-to-one instruction
Certificate of completion
Free shave ice

About

QUICK ANSWER
Lahaina Surf Shack: All ages · 2 hours · one surfer, one instructor.
Price: $160.00 · confirm current rates at booking
Duration: 2 hours
Island: Maui
Best for: Young children and anyone wanting the cheapest private lesson on Maui
Booking: instant confirmation.

WHAT IT INVOLVES
The one-to-one option from Lahaina Surf Shack, and notably the least expensive private lesson in our Maui range at $160. Unlike the group and semi-private tiers, there is no minimum age.

HOW IT RUNS
Two hours with an instructor working only with you, starting on the beach and continuing in the water. Free shave ice and a certificate of completion are included, and board rentals are available from the shop afterwards.

PRICING
$160 for a two-hour private lesson, one surfer to one instructor. Verified against the FareHarbor price API, August 2026. Confirm current rates at booking.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
– Lessons run 2 hours
– All ages taught
– $160 for one surfer
– One instructor per surfer
– All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

WHO IT IS FOR
Young children, nervous swimmers, and anyone wanting private tuition on a budget.

What to Bring

Swimwear worn under your clothes
A towel
Reef-safe sunscreen
Drinking water
A change of clothes for afterwards

Important Information

⚠Lessons run 2 hours
⚠All ages taught
⚠$160 for one surfer
⚠One instructor per surfer
⚠All instructors CPR and First Aid certified

Cancellation Policy

Confirm the operator's current cancellation window at booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

$160 for two hours one-to-one with Lahaina Surf Shack, which is the lowest private rate in our Maui range. Private lessons elsewhere on the island run $185 to $265.

No. Unlike the group lesson, which starts at eight, the private lesson is taught at all ages, which makes it the option for younger children.

Rates vary by operator and location rather than quality. Lahaina Surf Shack price their private lesson at $160 while running group lessons at $85; other Maui operators price private instruction between $185 and $265.

A surfboard, rash guard, two hours of one-to-one instruction, a certificate of completion and free shave ice.

No. The lesson is taught from a complete beginner start, and because it is one-to-one the instructor adjusts entirely to your pace and confidence in the water.

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