One-on-One with the Ocean
Private Surf Lessons in Kaila-Kona, HI That Actually Deliver
There is a difference between learning to survive a wave and learning to ride it with intention. Private surf lessons in Kailua-Kona, HI with Local Boys are built entirely around personalized, one-on-one instruction. Two hours, zero distractions, just with one professional instructor.
No waiting for a group to catch up. No instructor splits across five beginners at once. Every correction, every tip, every moment of coaching is directed entirely at you. Perhaps in return, we see every student content and satisfied with our services.
Breaking Down Waves and Building Up Confidence
Surf Lessons Kailua Kona
Surf lessons Kailua Kona style mean learning in one of the most beautiful and strategically ideal surf environments in the Pacific. Our instructors select the right break for your level every time. They understand how the swell moves along the Kona coastline and position each student exactly where they need to be to progress. The first moments in the water can feel overwhelming. Somehow, we make them feel exactly where they belong. Their energies are calm, with clear instructions and their patience runs as deep as the water beneath your board.
The Art of Reading the Water: Surf Lessons in Kona for Every Level
Surf lessons in Kona are not one-size-fits-all here. Complete beginners learn paddling mechanics, how to pop up, and how to find balance without tension. Intermediate surfers build timing, positioning, and control. Advanced students refine their turns, read swells earlier, and develop the kind of smooth, fluid surfing that looks effortless because it is practiced. Adding more to this, our dedicated instructors does not just teach mechanics. They teach you to feel the wave. That is a skill that separates a surfer who performs from one who connects.
Two Hours, One Instructor, Zero Limits
Kona Surfing Lessons That Change the Way You Ride
Kona surfing lessons with us include 120 minutes of pure, focused instruction. The pacing is deliberate. There is time to practice, time to rest, and time to understand what just happened on that last wave. Nothing is rushed because nothing valuable is built in a hurry.
Each private session is priced at $250 per person. You receive undivided attention on your personal goals, proper stance coaching, paddling technique, wave selection guidance, and the kind of water confidence that stays with you long after the session ends.
The Big Island's Best Kept Wave Secret: Surfing Big Island, Hawaii
Surfing Big Island, Hawaii, means contending with fewer crowds, warmer water, and scenery that stops you mid-paddle. The leeward Kona coast is sheltered from the heavy swells that hit the windward side, making it consistently playful and approachable without being boring. Experienced surfers find their challenge here too, especially with our instructors guiding them toward the breaks that match their ambition.
From Zero to Standing in One Session: Surfing Lessons in Kona, HI
Surfing lessons in Kona, HI, are designed with a clear outcome in mind: you will stand up on a wave. We guarantee a good time because of our professional instructors with decades of surfing experience. The lesson structure moves from dry-land technique through to live water work in a progression that actually makes sense for your body and your brain.
Perhaps you have tried surfing before and felt lost, or maybe this is your first attempt at anything athletic in years. We have experienced it all, while making every student experience one-of-a-kind.
Beyond the Basics
Advanced Surf Classes for Those Who Want to Go Further
Advanced surf classes with us are where progression becomes serious. This is coaching at a level that addresses your specific weaknesses, builds your wave-reading intuition, and introduces you to the kind of refined surfing that takes years to develop without expert guidance.
Sessions focus on positioning in the lineup, generating speed through turns, and building the mental composure that separates confident surfers from hesitant ones. This is elite instruction in one of the world’s most incredible surf environments.
Our Packages
Choose Your Learning
Environment.
PLENTY OF OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM!
I believe that every student should be able to choose which option works best; not everyone learns the same. I make sure to offer different session formats to accommodate this.
Private Surf Lessons
One-on-One or Tandem
$
$250
/ Person 2 Hours
- Up to 120 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Receive undivided attention on personal goals
- Slower pacing
Semi-Private Surf Lessons
Minimum 2 Surfers
$
$150
/ Person 2 Hours
- Up to 120 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Attention slightly divided
- Dedicated curriculum
Group Surf Lessons
Minimum of 4 surfers required.
$
$125
/ Person
- Up to 120 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Attention slightly divided
- Group curriculum
Large Group Surf Lessons
Minimum of 8 surfers required.
$
$100
/ Person
- Up to 120 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Attention slightly divided
- Group curriculum
Surf Tours
$
$350
Half Day (3 hours)
Exclusively for experienced surfers We’ll transport you to premier surf spots matched perfectly to your ability. Each tour includes convenient pickup and dropoff service, nourishing local snacks, hydrating beverages, and expert guidance both in and out of the water. You’ll also have opportunities to connect with local surfers and immerse yourself in our vibrant surf culture.
Your first wave is one booking away
Book your private session today and find out why no student of ours has ever left the water without a story worth telling.
Our Packages
Choose Your Learning
Environment.
Group Sessions
10+ Participants
$100 Person
- Up to 90 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Receive undivided attention on personal goals
- Experience personalized curriculum
Semi-Private
Minimum 2 Surfers
$150 Person
- Up to 90 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Attention slightly divided
- Shared curriculum
Private Instruction
One-on-One or Tandem
$275 Person
- Up to 90 minutes of learning
- Master paddling technique
- Conquer waves with proper stance
- Find self-confidence in the water
- Cheaper than private and semi-private
- Attention slightly divided
- Group curriculum
- Slower pacing
Surf Tours
$675 Half Day (3 hours)
$1,200Full Day (6 hours)
Exclusively for experienced surfers
We’ll transport you to premier surf spots matched perfectly to your ability. Each tour includes convenient pickup and dropoff service, nourishing local snacks, hydrating beverages, and expert guidance both in and out of the water. You’ll also have opportunities to connect with local surfers and immerse yourself in our vibrant surf culture.
Frequently Asked Question
Private lessons are $250 per person for two hours. Semi-private and group options are available at different rates.
Yes. Lessons are conducted in calm, shallow areas with safety as the top priority.
Most private and semi-private sessions last 120 minutes.
We reassess your technique, rebuild fundamentals, and correct what previously held you back.
Yes. Private lessons are ideal for beginners because instruction is fully personalized.