Kona Semi‑Private Surf Lesson — Two Hours with Local Watermen

KAILUA-KONA SURF FIELD GUIDE

Kona Semi‑Private Surf Lesson — Two Hours with Local Watermen

Ages 10+; a two‑hour, semi‑private lesson for groups of 2–3 surfers with one instructor — this guide explains what to expect, what’s provided, and who it’s best for.

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Kona Semi‑Private Surf Lesson — Two Hours with Local Watermen.

Duration
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Location
Kailua-Kona
Operator
Ohana Surf Lessons LLC
Category
Surf
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Ohana Surf Lessons runs semi‑private surf coaching in Kailua‑Kona designed for beginners and all experience levels. The offering includes a hands‑on land briefing to practice pop‑ups, up to two hours in the water with a single instructor for your private group, and an emphasis on safety and local surf etiquette.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE INSTRUCTORS

Local, lifeguard‑trained watermen

Lessons are taught by licensed, insured instructors who are First Aid, CPR, AED and Lifeguard certified — experienced local watermen focused on safe, clear instruction.

THE LEARNING

Land drills and focused in‑water coaching

Each lesson includes a hands‑on briefing on land to practice popping up, then up to two hours of guided in‑water practice covering technique, etiquette and how to surf safely.

THE GEAR

Everything essential is provided

Foam‑top surfboards, SPF surf shirts and Reef Walker surf shoes are provided; bottled water and sunscreen are complimentary and child/adult life vests are available on request.

What the day feels like

How the lesson feels

The session moves from a focused on‑land briefing — where you rehearse the pop‑up and learn basic technique and surf etiquette — into the water for up to two hours of coached practice. Instruction is private to your party with a single coach working with two to three surfers, allowing hands‑on corrections and a steady progression from whitewater attempts to catching unbroken waves as conditions allow.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this lesson suits best.

1
Beginning surfersSpecialized instruction for beginners with land drills, foam boards and patient, hands‑on coaching make this a strong match.
2
Families with older kidsAccepts participants ages 10 and up and offers child life vests on request, making it suited to family groups with older children.
3
Small groups of friendsThe private format for just your party (2–3 surfers per instructor) keeps instruction tailored and social without large class sizes.
4
Surfers seeking focused coachingLessons are open to all experience levels; the small coach‑to‑surfer ratio allows for targeted feedback for those wanting technical improvement.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Total scheduled time for the lesson is two hours.

What to Bring

Bring your swimsuit and towel; bottled water and sunscreen are provided complimentary.

Provided Gear & Safety

Foam‑top surfboards, SPF surf shirts and Reef Walker surf shoes are supplied. Child and adult life vests are available upon request; instructors are licensed, insured, and hold First Aid, CPR, AED and Lifeguard certifications.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the lesson?

The total time for the activity is two hours.

What ages can participate?

Participants must be at least 10 years old.

How many surfers per instructor?

Lessons are private for your party with a ratio of two to three surfers per one instructor.

What equipment is provided?

Foam‑top surfboards, SPF surf shirts and Reef Walker surf shoes are provided; bottled water and sunscreen are complimentary. Child and adult life vests are available on request.

Are the instructors certified?

Yes — the operator is licensed, insured and instructors are First Aid, CPR, AED and Lifeguard certified.

Is this suitable for experienced surfers?

The lessons accept all experience levels, and the small instructor‑to‑surfer ratio supports focused coaching for individuals seeking improvement.