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title: Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki
lang: en
type: tour
city: Oahu
country: United States
price: 105
currency: EUR
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availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 105
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [ko, ja, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 8 of 32 (Surf Lessons)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
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# Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki

In our comparison: #8 of 32 in Surf Lessons, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Come join us and enjoy the best surfing experience Waikiki can offer! The Group Lesson is an affordable way for participants 13 and older to try surfing for the first or 50th time.  Our group lessons offer that perfect mix of individual attention in a team environment. Everyone improves and everyone has fun. Our group sizes vary, but have a ratio of 1 instructor for every 4 students. With our high-quality boards, reef shoes and rash-guard shirts, instruction and video-viewing, and best-in-class, professional surf guides, we provide the ultimate group surfing lesson.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Group size varies by option: private from €110 · small group from €115
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 09:00, 12:00, 15:00: 3 departures a day
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €105 per person for the Family Lesson (1hr) option; other options up to €195
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 105 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ohana Surf Project
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Group size varies by option: private from €110 · small group from €115
- Guide languages: Korean, Japanese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00, 12:00, 15:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.96 from 105 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 105 of 105.

- 5 stars: 101 (96%)
- 4 stars: 4 (4%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Lesson (1hr) | €105 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 1 hour Requirements: Must include at least one child 12 or younger & 1 parent. All participants must be able to swim and paddle their own boards. Pickup included |
| Exclusive Group (1hr) | €110 / person (for 3+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 1 hour Requirements: All participants of our exclusive group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 3 for this private group. Pickup included |
| Open Group (2hr) | €115 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants of our open group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 2 participants required. Pickup included |
| Semi-Private (1hr) | €115 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 1 hour Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Two students with one instructor. Pickup included |
| Family Lesson (2hr) | €139 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Ratio of two students to one instructor. Pickup included |
| One-to-one Private (1hr) | €139 / person | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 1 hour All ages & abilities Pickup included |
| Exclusive Group (2hr) | €143 / person (for 3+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants of our exclusive group lesson must 13 years or older and able to swim. Minimum of 3 for this private group. Pickup included |
| Semi-Private (2hr) | €153 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 2 hours Requirements: All participants must be 13 years or older and able to swim. Two students with one instructor. Pickup included |
| One-to-one Private (2hr) | €195 / person | English, Korean, Japanese | Duration: 2 hours All ages & abilities Pickup included |

## What's included

- All necessary equipment including rashguard, bodyboard and fins
- All taxes and fees
- Professional instructor
- Transportation to and from designated meetings spots in Waikiki and certain hotels outside of Waikiki with advance notice. Exact pick-up location and time will be emailed to you by the local supplier.

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Photos and videos (available for purchase)
- Wetsuit rental (optional)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 12:00, 15:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

The Ohana Surf Center is located inside the Waikiki Beach Marriott Tour Bus/Uber entrance off of Paoakalani Ave. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your lesson time.
Your pick up or meet at instructions will be emailed to you directly from Ohana Surf Project at least 24 hours before your lesson time.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If any participants cannot swim, please book a private lesson.
- If any participants have any medical conditions or injuries that we should be aware of please advise the staff ahead of time.
- If you are prone to seasickness, you may want to take a remedy you are accustomed to using before the lesson (talk to your doctor for recommendations).
- Please come prepared for the lesson by wearing your bathing suit, bringing a towel and making sure to apply sunscreen ahead of time.
- All of our written materials are also available in Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. With at least 24 hours notice, we will do our best to accommodate Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese speaking-instructors.
- Complimentary transportation is available from select locations in Waikiki.

## Compared with other Surf Lessons

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #8 of 32** | €105 | 2h | 4.96 (105) | varies by option |
| [Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos](/usa/oahu/tours/surf-lesson-without-the-crowds-including-gopro-videos/?format=md) | €113 | 1h 30m | 5.0 (221) | shared |
| [Family, Private & Group Surf Lessons w/ Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle](/usa/oahu/tours/family-private-group-surf-lessons-w-waikiki-courtesy-shuttle/?format=md) | €85 | 2h | 4.98 (284) | shared |
| [Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu](/usa/oahu/tours/surf-lessons-on-the-north-shore-of-oahu/?format=md) | €86 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (287) | shared |

Ranked #8 of 32 in Surf Lessons by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €47 to €290, median €118; typical length 1h 30m. 17 of 32 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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