2 Hour Surfing Lesson (Group or Private)

Goofy Foot

This is a great introductory surf lesson (group or private), perfect for beginners. Prior ocean experience is not necessary. Try your hand at surfing on Maui and have a great time!

🏄‍♂️ Goofy Foot – 2 Hour Surfing Lesson (Group or Private)

🌊 Group Surf Lesson – 2 Hour Beginner Class

This 2-hour introductory lesson focuses on giving the beginner surfer an easy approach focused on safety, fundamentals, and ocean awareness. Goofy Foot’s lessons are based on simple, effective instruction covering paddling, navigating the surf zone, catching waves, basic stances, board control, stopping, and safe falling techniques.

Beginner group lessons are suitable for most people. Students must be at least 9 years old (younger children require a private lesson). No prior ocean experience is necessary. Each group class is limited to 5 students per instructor to ensure a safe and fun learning environment.

📋 Group Surf Lesson Overview

  • No experience necessary
  • Professional surfing instructor
  • Learn to paddle, stand up, and catch waves
  • Focus on safety, timing, and positioning
  • Max 5 students per instructor
  • Minimum of 2 people per group booking
  • Minimum age: 9 years old

🤙 Private Surf Lesson – 2 Hour Beginner & Intermediate Class

Private lessons offer focused, personalized instruction with undivided attention from a professional surfing instructor. These lessons are ideal for those who want to maximize learning and wave time. Whether you’re brand new or ready to advance, a private lesson is the most effective way to improve your surfing skills.

📋 Private Surf Lesson Overview

  • No experience necessary
  • One-on-one attention from a certified instructor
  • Ideal learning environment for beginners or intermediate surfers

Goofy Foot Surf School • Maui

Winter 2026 Surf Camps

More time in the water, more confidence on the waves! Choose a beginner-friendly introduction to surfing or a progression camp designed to help you take your skills further.

3 Days • For Beginners

3-Day Beginner Surf Camp

A fun, supportive introduction for first-time and beginner surfers. Learn surfing fundamentals and ocean safety while building confidence, catching waves, and discovering the joy of surfing.

Camp DatesDec 21–23 • Dec 24–26
Dec 28–30 • Dec 31–Jan 2
Daily Time: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM

What to Expect

  • For kids and adults ages 9+
  • 3 days of surfing, fun, and aloha
  • Small-group instruction
  • Surf fundamentals and ocean safety
  • Board handling, paddling, pop-ups, and wave riding
  • Instruction adapted to each surfer's experience and comfort level
  • Snacks and water provided
  • Goofy Foot camp diploma/certificate

5 Days • Build Your Skills

5-Day Progression Surf Camp

For surfers with some experience who are ready for the next step. Spend five consecutive days refining technique, improving wave awareness, and developing greater confidence and independence in the water.

Camp DatesDec 21–25 • Dec 28–Jan 1
Daily Time: 8:00–10:00 AM

What to Expect

  • For kids and adults ages 9+
  • 5 consecutive days of surfing
  • Small-group instruction
  • Skill development and technique refinement
  • Wave selection, positioning, and timing
  • Trimming, turning, and board control
  • Improved paddling and pop-up technique
  • Greater confidence and independence in the water
  • Personalized feedback and coaching
  • Snacks and water provided
  • Goofy Foot camp diploma/certificate

December dates are in 2026; January dates are in 2027.

Special instructions

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Where & When
Lesson times:
8:00 am & 10:30 am.

3-Day Beginner Surf Camp:
Camp Dates: Dec. 21-23 • Dec. 24-26 • Dec. 28-30 • Dec. 31-Jan. 2
Camp Times: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

5-Day Progression Surf Camp:
Camp Dates: Dec. 21-25 • Dec. 28-Jan. 1
Camp Times: 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson time.

Meeting Location:
"Guardrails" Surf Spot, HWY 30 (mile marker 19), Lahaina, HI 96761 View Map

Guardrails is a gravel/dirt parking lot, 400 feet south of Puamana Beach Park, off of HWY 30, at Mile Marker 19. Parking is roadside parking. Look for and meet by the lone tree near the cement road barriers. You will see staff with boards near the tree.

Please note:
There is no cell phone service in this area, so please confirm the location prior to the time of your lesson. Please also complete your electronic liability waiver prior to leaving/arriving to your lesson due to no cell service at the surf spot. The electronic waiver will be in your confirmation email that you will receive after booking your lesson.
Restrictions
Participants must be at least 9 years old in a group lesson. Children under 9 may participate in a private lesson.

Winter 2026 Surf Camp Cancellation, Enrollment & Weather Policy:
72-Hour Cancellation Policy: Surf camp reservations are subject to a 72-hour cancellation policy. To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start time of camp. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the start of camp are non-refundable, except in the event of a qualifying medical issue. A doctor's note is required for consideration of a medical cancellation within the 72-hour window. Medical cancellations are subject to review and are not automatically guaranteed a refund.

No-Shows & Missed Camp Days: No-shows are non-refundable. If a camper arrives late, misses a day, or is unable to participate for personal reasons, the missed time or day is non-refundable.

Early Withdrawal From Camp: Once camp has begun, no refunds will be provided for a camper who chooses to discontinue participation, including but not limited to loss of interest, fatigue, scheduling conflicts, or a change in personal plans. If a camper needs to leave camp for a medical reason, please contact the camp manager. Any refund or credit in this circumstance will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may require documentation from a medical professional.

Minimum Enrollment: All camp sessions are subject to a minimum enrollment requirement. Goofy Foot Surf School reserves the right to cancel a camp session if the minimum enrollment requirement is not met. If Goofy Foot cancels a camp session due to insufficient enrollment, affected customers will be contacted as soon as possible and offered the option to reschedule or receive a full refund for the canceled session.

Weather & Ocean Conditions: If weather or ocean conditions are determined to be unsafe and a scheduled camp day cannot operate, the owner or manager of Goofy Foot Surf School will contact the customer to arrange a make-up day or rescheduled session whenever possible. If a scheduled camp day is canceled due to unsafe weather or ocean conditions and the customer chooses not to reschedule, a refund of 25% of the total camp price will be issued for each affected day.

Changes to Camp Schedule or Location: Camp schedules, lesson locations, and activities may be adjusted when necessary due to weather, ocean conditions, safety considerations, or operational needs. Goofy Foot Surf School will make every reasonable effort to provide the advertised camp experience while maintaining the safety of our campers and instructors.
Special Notes
Beach Park Amenities:
This beach park offers picnic tables, barbecue pits and a couple porta potties for public use.
There are no public restrooms available at this location other than the porta potties, and there is no running water. Water refill stations for drinking water are not available at this beach.
We recommend that you bring water and snacks/lunch. It is a beautiful beach to relax and swim after your lesson.
Operation Days
Monday - Friday
Duration
2 hours
Vendor Info

This activity is operated by Goofy Foot Surfing

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  • Group Lesson

  • Private Lesson

  • Winter 2026 Beginner Surf Camp

  • Winter 2026 Progression Surf Camp