Customized Surf Lessons & Coaching in Waikiki and on Oahu

Learn to Really Surf in Hawaii

Real Boards, Real Surfing, Real Fun!

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What makes Hook Up Surfing different

Surfing in Hawaii should feel personal, unforgettable, and connected to the ocean, not rushed through a crowded tourist experience. At Hook Up Surfing, we provide private, semi-private, and small group surf lessons, and personalized surf coaching in Waikiki and on Oahu. Our surf experiences are designed to help every surfer progress with confidence. Whether it’s your very first wave or you’re working to improve technique, positioning, and wave selection, our experienced Hawaii surf instructors tailor every session to your goals, ability level, and the day’s conditions.

Surf Lessons & Coaching for Every Level

Beginner Surf Lessons

Our surf lessons are designed for first-time and beginner individuals, couples, and families. We tailor our Waikiki surf locations and equipment to meet your needs. We use our proprietary surf instruction methods to get you up and surfing quickly while emphasizing surf safety and fun.

More Surfing = More Fun!

Customized Surf Coaching

We have helped thousands of surfers progress, from beginners to intermediate/advanced/shortboard/longboard. We are passionate about helping you reach your goals. We select surf locations and equipment to meet your individual needs and ability level. We use our proprietary teaching progressions to facilitate rapid learning.

Real Boards, Real Waves, Real Fun!

advanced surfer getting a coached durfing a surf lesson on Oahu in Hawaii

Surf Packages

If you want to surf the best waves and progress quickly or have an incredible guided surf experience here on Oahu, our coaching/experience packages are designed for you. We offer 10 session customized packages to help you improve rapidly and have the time of your life surfing here in Hawaii.

The best waves, amazing equipment, fewer crowds!

Surf Lesson and Surf Coaching Options

  • Short board surfer riding a Waikiki Wave during a surf lesson

    Private Surf Lessons

    Customized one-on-one surf instruction for all levels. Minimum age is 3 years old.

    $199 per person, 2 Hours Duration

    Waikiki, Oahu South Shore, Oahu East Side

    Special Discounted Rates for active military, locals, EMS, federal employees, airline employees, return clients.

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  • Family taking a surf lesson in Waikiki

    Semi Private Surf Lessons

    Customized instruction for your party of 2, 3, or more. Great for families and friends, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Minimum age is 10 years old.

    $149 per person, 2 Hours Duration

    Waikiki, Oahu South Shore, Oahu East Side

    Special Discounted Rates for active military, locals, EMS, federal employees, airline employees, return clients.

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  • A group of advanced surfers posing for a beach photo with their shortboard surfboards after getting surf coaching in Waikiki

    Group Surf Lessons

    Open group beginner friendly surf lessons for 2-4 people per instructor. Minimum age is 13 years old.

    $129 per person, 2 Hours Duration

    Waikiki

    Special Discounted Rates for Active military, locals, EMS, federal employees, airline employees, return clients.

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About
Hook Up Surfing

Ivan founded Hook-Up-Surfing well over a decade ago. Ivan started working as a Waikiki Beachboy in 1986 and has taught a countless number of people how to surf since then. A number of those he taught over the years picked up the sport and have progressed to riding larger waves and shorter boards. Many now surf regularly. Ivan’s passion for surfing and giving the gift of surfing to all ages and abilities shows, which is why his instruction is often sought by visitors and locals alike.

Hook-Up-Surfing uses its own proprietary teaching progressions to make learning to surf a fun and enjoyable process for all ages and levels.

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Three people surfing on a beginner surf lesson in Waikiki, under a partly cloudy sky on an uncrowded summer day on Oahu.

Why we stand out.

  • Our lessons are taught by professional experienced and highly qualified State and Advanced Lifeguard Certified instructors that are passionate about sharing the sport of surfing. We prioritize safety and quality over quantity.

  • Not being tied to a specific location has it’s advantages. And for us that means dreamy uncrowded spots in Waikiki and around Oahu that allow us to teach you at the best location for your level on any given day.

  • Whether it’s your first time on a board and would like to experience the thrill of riding a wave, if you just want to experience Hawaii from the water, or you’re trying to take your surfing to the next level (shortboard, longboard, bigger surf, advanced maneuvers) we are passionate about giving you the experience you are looking for and sharing our island home.

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Three children lying on relaxing on surfboards in the beautiful Waikiki waters after their surf lesson with Hook-Up-Surfing, smiling at the camera, with the Waikiki skyline, a sailboat, and Diamondhead in the background.
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