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Ukumehame Beach Surf Lesson

Location: Lahaina, Maui

Tour Highlights

Feel the wave lift beneath your board as you stand for the very first time, gliding across the long, gentle waves that have made Ukumehame one of Maui's easiest places to learn to surf.

  • Learn to surf at beginner-friendly Ukumehame Beach
  • Receive personalized coaching from your dedicated instructor
  • Catch long, gentle waves ideal for first-time surfers
  • Discover the Hawaiian tradition of Heʻe Nalu
  • All surf gear included for a worry-free lesson

Quick Local Tip: Don't rush to stand up. Ukumehame's long, gentle waves and sandy bottom give beginners the rare luxury of time. Take a breath, find your feet, and let the wave do the work. You'll be surprised how much easier surfing feels when you slow down.

What to Expect

Your lesson begins on the shoreline at Ukumehame Beach, where your instructor introduces the fundamentals of paddling, popping up, wave timing, and ocean safety before sharing the Hawaiian tradition of Heʻe Nalu, the ancient art of surfing. The relaxed beach setting gives you plenty of time to practice on land before heading into the warm Pacific.

Once you're in the water, your instructor stays right by your side, helping position you for each wave and offering real-time coaching with every attempt. Ukumehame's gentle, rolling waves break just off shore, in shallow water, giving beginners longer rides and more opportunities to build confidence with each successful wave.

By the end of your lesson, you've done much more than stand on a surfboard. You've experienced the thrill of catching your own waves, gained a deeper appreciation for Hawaii's surfing heritage, and discovered why so many visitors leave Maui wanting to paddle back out again.

Included

  • Group, semi-private, or private surf lesson
  • Dedicated surf instructor throughout your lesson
  • Beach instruction and ocean safety briefing
  • Personalized in-water coaching
  • Surfboard, leash, and rash guard
  • Reef shoes provided
  • Suitable for ages 5 and older

Duration

2 hours

Address

Ukumehame Beach Park, Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI, USA

Cancellation Policy

Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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