Surf lessons with the only Hawaiian owned and operated Surfschool on South Maui. We grew up in Hawaiʻi. Greetings with Aloha learn how to surf with the descendants of the inventors of surfing. 2 hour lesson at Kalama Park nice calm waves perfect waves to learn on. We have taught thousands of people from around the world the sport of Hawaiian kings Surfing. In a 2 hour lesson we will set you up with shoes to protect your feet Lycra shirt to protect you from the sun and getting chafed by rubbing on the surf board. We will go over a land lesson showing you step by step the technique on how to paddle and how to stand up. We go over share some safety information surfing etiquette preparing you for the water then off in to the water we go. No doubt we'll have you surfing every one loves it. Calm and relaxing waves to make your Hawaiian surfing experience unforgettable. We have a photographer who takes Videos and pics capturing your Hawaiian surfing experience. Your life will change forever having an authentic Hawaiian surfing experience will definitely have you wanting more.
Keoki was an amazing surf instructor! He was super easy-going, patient, and did a great job keeping everything simple and easy to understand. Both my wife and I were to stand up on board and had an absolute blast. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to try surfing!
My grandsons (12 and 13) had a great time with Keoki. They both got up quickly and, with his coaching, were able to surf the entire lesson. We found him at the east end of the park. They wore their own rashguards and water shoes. They had so much fun that we went back a second day.
My teens (18, 18, and 17) had a great time. The instructor was fantastic and they all were surfing fairly quickly and even learned a few tricks! Highly recommend
Such a great lesson! We went from no surfing experience to surfing and paddling on our own. Major trip highlight right here!
We joined instructor Keoki in May and the lesson was a highlight of our trip. I didn't believe it when he said we would be surfing -- not falling, or trying to surf -- for the next two hours. We got up on our 2nd and 3rd attempt and it was great fun improving over the lesson. We will go back.
The instructor was very informative and very kind. Had a great experience! Would recommend having a private lesson.
My spouse and I booked this surf lesson, having never surfed before, and had a wonderful experience. Keoki taught us the basics and he got us out on the water quickly so we had plenty of time to surf. I got up on my first try and my spouse made it up within a handful of attempts. Keoki was courteous and gave helpful feedback. Two hours was plenty of time for me as I was tired by the end. The location was great- gentle waves, restrooms at the park, plenty of parking.
Keoki and the amazing team of surf instructors ant Aloha Ocean Adventures are the absolute best. Our kids have surfed with them for 3 years in a row and they have the best time. mahalo!
The instructor was great with our kids and made sure they got up and surfed some easy waves. He was relaxed and made them really comfortable.
Friendly surf instructor, in a convenient location, got everyone surfing quickly. Very happy with this experience.
This was an incredible experience for our kids, ages 12 and 10. Keoki was an absolutely amazing instructor--warm, welcoming, patient, kind and great with our kids! I asked him if he had been doing this a long time, and his response was, "We invented surfing, so yes..." He is a descendant of the inventors of surfing so it is a truly beautiful and unique experience compared to other companies. My kids were able to both get up on the board the first time due to his teachings. It was well worth every penny and we would do it again in a heartbeat! It has made memories for a lifetime. Maholo Kekoi!
Our kids (14 and 12) had the best time. Personalized attention and their skills visibly improved over the course of the lesson. Highly recommend!
Keoki was such a great instructor - he was super attentive, encouraging, and really knew how to get you on the board quickly. His local knowledge and fun personality were a huge bonus. I got to ride many waves since the beginning, and felt very comfortable the whole time. He told me I was going to do great, and it happened! Mahalo!
Keoki taught a great class that was truly accessible by people of all levels. All of us stood and caught waves and Keoki was a pleasure to be taught by and to hang out with. This is a great opportunity for a whole family to enjoy surf lessons, as the waves are super mild. It's mostly about learning how to balance and stand up. Highly recommend, always support Hawaiian owned businesses first! 🤙🏽🌈
great instructions! blew my expectations out of the water ! i was nervous to try surfing but the care and honesty that we received today was amazing. my best friend and i surfed our hearts out with the greatest advice and knowledge. Learn how to surf from REAL surfers. doesn’t get better than that🤙❤️
Aloha Ocean Adventures taught my entire family how to surf, and we had an incredible experience. My husband and I took a trip to Maui as a celebration for a milestone birthday and learned to surf with Keoki in May of 2024. We thought it was such an incredible experience that we brought our kids (7 and 5) back in September of 2025, and they also learned with Keoki. The waves at this location are small and gentle, making them incredibly perfect for learning to surf. We absolutely loved our conversations and the way we were taught. Keoki made things so simple. "It's not stressful, it's surfing, just stand up," which shockingly was the outcome for our entire family. Everyone listened to what Keoki said and stood on their very first wave, and surfed safely for the whole lesson. My daughter (5) was afraid to get on a surfboard, but Keoki rode on the back of her board holding her hand while she surfed until she was ready to stand and surf a wave on her own... which she did! She just turned 5, I couldn't believe it! We all loved the stories about Maui and the culture of Hawaii that Keoki shared with us while we were waiting for the right waves to come in. It was a fantastic start to our trip, which helped our whole family appreciate the beauty of the island and the people who call it home. We believe our entire family will be lifelong surfers, and it's a truly wonderful gift. Thank you to Keoki and the whole Aloha Ocean Adventures team.
Had an awesome time surfing with Keoki! Great guy, super chill, and made learning fun and easy. Feels like one of my new island friends already. Everyone knows Keoki—total legend. If you want to catch waves and good vibes, he’s the one to call!
Aloha! My sister and I took two lessons with Keoki while in Maui and they were absolutely incredible! After practicing on shore my sister stood on the board and rode a full wave her first time in the water! I am a slower learner and am not very coordinated but I was standing and riding waves after about three tries! Aloha Ocean Adventures is owned and run by native Hawaiian people. True descendants of those who created surfing! Not only are you supporting indigenous people but you will learn about the philosophy and life lessons that come along with surfing. Our teacher was Keoki and he was absolutely amazing. We learned so much from him about the island and Hawaiian language and culture! All you need is a swimsuit, they provide a surf shirt and booties to protect your feet! The spot where you learn is beautiful and the waves are fun and not scary at all. Be sure to arrive a little early so you can find parking and use the restroom etc before you bring. Once you touch the water you won't want to leave! Maholo nui loa 🙂↕️ Also, we had lunch at the food truck garden place across the street and it was delicious and super cute.
Aloha Ocean Adventures is amazing! Surf lessons were the first activity on our family trip to Maui and we couldn't have asked for a better way to kick off our vacation! Keoki was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was so kind to warn us the day before about higher winds and suggested to shift our lesson time to ensure we had safe waves. We were so happy that we did! My husband and son will safely say this was their favorite part of our trip (I watched from the shore and took loads of video). After a little instruction, they paddled out and were catching waves! Keoki was with them the whole time providing tips, encouragement and great company. We booked the semi-private lesson and were fortunate to have the time slot all to ourselves! We saw many other lesson groups... some with perhaps 12 people and appreciated the specialized instruction we received. It was a great experience - one we will never forget! Mahalo for the memories, Keoki!
Fantastic lesson and super knowledgeable instructors - great for families! We enjoyed the 2 hours and wanted more time!!!
Awesome experience. My son was able to stand up pretty quickly and had a blast. I dont quite have the hip mobility as him but i was still able to stand a few times on some waves as well. Instructor was knowledgeable and made everything simple and fun. I would definitely go back and do it again
This was an amazing surf experience and the perfect way to get confident surfing! Me and my brother enjoyed this experience and our instructor Keoki was the absolute best and taught us so much. I highly recommend this experience with this company if your actually want to learn how to surf!
We did surf lessons with our two children, 11 and 12. We had an amazing time! All four of us were able to surf so many waves. Definitely recommend!
Would go again in a heart beat. My goal was up once as a first timer and we were surfing within 30 min! Highly recommend.
Lewis the owner and operator gave lessons to my teenage children and they were surfing for the first time in their life in minutes. The beach was great with 1 to 2 foot waves. I couldn’t have asked for a better lesson for my children. There was also a photographer in the water that took great digital photos for an additional fee. There happened to be a sea turtle swimming on the beach and my son got a great photo with him next to the turtle.
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