Surf Coaching in Waikiki & on Oahu
Ages: 3+
Duration: 2 Hours
Locations: Waikiki, South Shore, East Side
Times: 10:30am & 2:30pm
If seeking alternate times: Call (808) 371-9504
Personalized surf coaching for intermediate and advanced surfers with experienced local coaches, safer uncrowded waves, and a focus on real progression.
5-Star Rated Surf School | 25+ Years Experience | Specialize in Coaching | Waikiki & Oahu
Customized Surf Coaching in Waikiki & Oahu
The Hook Up Surfing Difference
Progress Faster. Surf Smarter. Build Confidence in Real Waves.
Surf coaching is designed for surfers who are ready to move beyond simply standing up and begin developing the skills that lead to long-term progression.
Whether you're a newer surfer looking to become more independent, an intermediate surfer working through a plateau, or an experienced surfer refining technique, every coaching session is tailored to your goals, experience level, and the day's conditions.
For oer 15 years, we've helped surfers develop the skills needed to catch more waves, improve positioning, understand wave selection, navigate lineups confidently, and continue progressing long after their first surf session.
Coaching Built Around Your Goals
Every surfer's journey looks different.
Some surfers want to improve consistency and confidence. Others want to transition from a longboard to a shortboard, improve turns, generate speed, surf larger waves, or better understand ocean conditions.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all lesson plan, we identify the specific skills that will create the biggest improvements in your surfing and build a progression around them.
Learn to Read the Ocean
One of the most valuable skills a surfer can develop is understanding the ocean itself.
Great surfing is not simply about technique. It's about positioning, wave selection, timing, awareness, and decision-making.
Our coaching helps surfers understand why waves break the way they do, how to position effectively, how to identify quality waves, and how to make better decisions in changing conditions.
These are the skills that help surfers become more independent, confident, and successful wherever they surf.
Experience Matters
The fastest progress often comes from having an experienced coach identify what is holding you back.
Many surfers spend years repeating the same habits without realizing it. Through personalized feedback, proven teaching progressions, and carefully selected surf locations, we help surfers break through plateaus and reach their goals faster.
Whether your goal is catching your first unassisted green wave, improving technique, or becoming a more complete surfer, our coaching is designed to help you progress efficiently while enjoying the process.
Who Is Surf Coaching For?
Beginner surfers ready to progress beyond introductory lessons
Intermediate surfers working through a plateau
Longboard surfers transitioning to shorter boards
Surfers looking to improve wave selection and positioning
Travelers wanting local knowledge and guided surf experiences
Experienced surfers seeking personalized feedback and refinement
Become the Surfer You Want to Be
Our goal is not simply to help you catch more waves during a session.
Our goal is to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to continue progressing every time you paddle out.
Private Surf Coaching
Semi-Private Surf Coaching
$199.00 + taxes & booking fee
Customized one-on-one surf coaching for all levels. Minimum age is 3 years old.
2 Hours Duration
Waikiki, Oahu South Shore
20% Discount for locals, active military, emergency services, law enforcement, & federal employees
*Coaching on other parts of the island available + $50 pp
$149 per person + taxes & booking fee
Customized surf instruction for all levels. Minimum age is 10 years old.
2 Hours Duration
Waikiki, Oahu South Shore
Your own party - up 2 - 4 people per coach
20% Discount for locals, active military, emergency services, law enforcement, & federal employees
*Coaching on other parts of the island are available + $50 pp
Surf Coaching 10 Session Packages
10 Semi-Private Surf Coaching Session Series, South Shore
$1275+ taxes & booking fee per person
Customized surf instruction for all levels. Minimum age is 10 years old.
2 Hours Duration
Waikiki, Oahu South Shore
Your own party - up 2 - 4 people per coach
10 Private Surf Coaching Session Series, South Shore
$1550+ taxes & booking fee per person
Customized one-on-one surf coaching for all levels. Minimum age is 3 years old.
2 Hours Duration
Waikiki, Oahu South Shore
10 Private Surf Coaching Session Series, NE Oahu
$1900+ taxes & booking fee per person
Customized one-on-one surf coaching for all levels. Minimum age is 12 years old.
2 Hours Duration
Oahu North East Side
Who is Surf Coaching For?
Surf coaching is designed for surfers who want to progress faster.
Whether you're learning to catch your own waves, surf down the line, generate speed, learn how to turn, improve your turns, transition from a longboard to a shortboard, or simply gain confidence in larger surf, personalized coaching can dramatically accelerate your progress.
Many surfers spend years repeating the same mistakes without realizing it. Our coaching sessions identify the specific skills holding you back and provide a clear progression to help you break through plateaus and reach your goals faster.
We've coached surfers ranging from recent beginners to experienced surfers looking to refine advanced maneuvers and improve performance in a wider variety of wave conditions.
FAQs
How will the surf lesson time be spent?
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For completely new surfers we start on the beach for 15-30 minutes of land instruction. Then we head to the water for 90 minutes of surf time. For surfers with experience we take 15 minutes before the lesson to practice and talk through what we plan to work on, then we hit the waves for the rest of the lesson.
What equipment is included and what should I bring?
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We include a surfboard, selected based on your height, weight, and experience level, and a rashguard.
We reccomend bringing water, a towel, and sunscreen.
Do you teach children tandem or on their own boards?
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Our personally developed teaching methods are focused on building safety skills, water awareness, and confidence for children. This means we are able to get children paddling and surfing on their own boards sooner. We occasionally decide that a child should surf tandem; we evaluate that on a case-by-case basis.
How should I contact you?
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If you want to book, you can book directly online with us through this website. If you have questions, you can reach us anytime by phone, text, e-mail or through our contact page. We aim to respond as soon as possible.
