Big Wave Dave

A huge thank you to the entire staff at Moku Surf Rentals. Every single person I interacted with…read moreover the last five days was beyond kind, friendly, helpful, and professional. Just a class-act group of people. I've been surfing for 18 years and have done around 15 international surf trips. I usually travel with my own boards, but I've also rented from plenty of surf shops over the years. I can genuinely say that my experience with every single employee here was absolutely epic. I rented your boards for 5 days & paddled out with the owner who is a splitting image of the operation staff. - friendly, knowledgeable, trusting, flexible, adds value. I also really appreciate the way you price your rentals. $25 for a quality surfboard when many other places are charging considerably more says a lot. You Molu guys clearly care about your customers, their experience, the ocean, Oahu, and the sport of surfing. And a special thank you for how you handled my little mishap! After 18 years of surfing and thousands of waves, I somehow managed to buckle my first surfboard. I caught my best wave of 2026 thought I had kicked out cleanly, and somehow the board came out of it buckled. I felt horrible like the time I was 16 years old & crashed my moms car. But you all treated me with grace and understanding. The staff couldn't have been nicer about it. Of course, I took responsibility and paid my fair share for the damage, but I really appreciated how professionally and reasonably you handled the situation. You represent Oahu and the surfing community incredibly well. You deserve a monopoly of Hawaii surf rentals. If you're reading this review and looking for a board--whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer--this is an A+ operation. Great people, great boards, fair prices, and outstanding customer service. Give these guys your business. They deserve it. Mahalo to the entire Moku Surf Rentals team for making my five days of surfing in Waikiki that much better!

Cam the instructor is the bomb! The best surf lesson we have ever had before. Had an amazing…read moremorning semi private lesson and waves.

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Hawaiian South Shore

4.6(177 reviews)

2.0 mi•Kaka'ako

The workers were very friendly and helpful. Went in looking for souvenirs and had a lot to choose…read morefrom. We were told that the clothes are their own brand and can only be purchased at that store which made the price reasonable.

Service was amazing - nice to see it hasn't changed in 2025 and in 2021! The Aloha Days collection…read moreis always special to see. I got a sweater and my wife got a hoodie. The quality of the items is good, so I feel like we got a great value. The manager of the store was kind enough to recommend a bakery/cafe, and while we didn't have the time to check out, we appreciate them trying to make our stay on the island more enjoyable even though we had already maid our purchase. Mahalo and nappy new year!

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Used Surfboards Hawaii

4.6(153 reviews)

5.1 mi•Kalihi

It was a pleasure working with Gene at used surfboards hawaii to sell my surfboard. The process of…read moreselling easy and the selling price was reasonable. I dropped off my board with Gene, and he gave me a selling price that I agreed with, I signed up and registered with his system, where after selling the surfboard, he would electronically wire the money to me. Within one week, Gene was able to sell the board and wire me the proceeds. The service was excellent, and the process was easy. Most importantly, I was living in a small apartment and did not have the space to store 2 long boards. This way I drop off my board to Gene, and I didn't have to store my boards while trying to sell it myself. Highly recommend.

Saw a board they had posted on FB, went down and got an even better deal than anticipate…read more Now off of Sand Island Access road. Huge selection of new and used short boards and longboards with totally reasonable prices. Their prices are some of the best on grounds of they WANT to move boards. But what I really value about Used Surfboards is they always answer the phone! Peeps that goes a long way.

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T&C Surf Designs

4.1(81 reviews)

1.1 mi•Ala Moana

I love this place! Every time I come to Ala Moana Center I'll pop in here. They have lots of…read morebeachwear, snorkeling gear, backpacks, flasks etc. They carry all the brand names here like RVCA, Quicksilver, Billabong and others. It's a pretty big store and they have a discount rack in the back which is where I'm usually at. The staff are always really friendly and nice. It's in the mall so lots of parking. Can't wait to come back............

Planning on a snorkeling trip and needed something to wear. My first thought was a pair of board…read moreshorts. So I'm on the hunt. First stop here. Lots of choices & easy to pick a pair. The store was well stocked with plenty of brand name stuff. But there was a lot of other things that I didn't know I needed. There were surfboards, shirts, beachwear, drink ware and surfing accessories. Plenty of friendly employees to answer questions. Now of the weather clears up...

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Quality Surfboards Hawaii

4.9(225 reviews)

0.5 mi•Waikiki

I'm a big fan of Quality Surfboards. As the name implies, they have some really nice boards. And…read morefor the quality and condition of equipment, their prices can't be beat. The staff are all super friendly and they've got really convenient parking. Add in all the free extras like car-top board straps, carriers, and it's a no-brainer if you're considering the hassle of bringing your own board vs. renting. I'll always rent from these guys when I'm in Waikiki. I also took a couple lessons on my trip with John. Let me tell you... that guy knows waves like they're his ohana. He's patient, always gives good feedback and encouragement, and has a wealth of knowledge on all the different breaks and local history. I feel like I improved a bit with my form and learned a lot about reading waves. My wave count definitely went up a ton. Highly recommend having him analyze your surfriding and giving you things to work on!

Great selection of surfboards, very reasonable prices store was friendly and very helpful.read more

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Koa Board Sports

4.7(103 reviews)

0.5 mi•Waikiki

I have stopped in here over the years, to check in on board rentals for visiting relatives, etc…read more They have a nice selection of just about everything you need, fins, wax, rash guards, bodyboards and fins, surboards and rentals, etc. With the covid-19 shut downs, it was difficult to find surf shops open, just to buy wax. Things are still shut down, but Koa board Sports will let you do in-store shopping. All you have to do is call the number, and within a few minutes they will open the shop for you. I needed to buy a new fin for my longboard, and they have an excellent assortment of used fins at reasonable prices. Picked up a used 10 inch fin for $40 and it was just what I needed for my 9' 9" longboard! They also have a good selection of newer fins from different manufacturers, but the used fin was exactly what I wanted, so no need buy new. I came by another time and picked up a leash, and another time they opened up so that I could look through their rash guards. So yes, a little humbug to have to call the number and wait a couple of minutes for them to come down and open the shop, but they are still making themselves available to their customers. Parking is easy, just park right in front of the shop. You won't find a better selection in the Waikiki area.

Completely horrible experience. Was super stoked to come back to this shop on my trip. Walked…read moreover to the shop....'By Appointment only'......was on the door. Odd? Middle of the day on a Thursday. So I called, made an appointment for Saturday afternoon. No dice. I came back on Monday....no answer to the phone. Left message. No call back. Called again Tuesday, "I can't talk now, I'll call you back".....no return call. I tried again Thursday late morning, no answer. Thought I would walk over just for the heck of it, sometimes when you roll the dice you win. I got there and the proprietor was letting in another lady and her daughter into the store. I told them I had tried calling, scheduling, and was having a really hard time getting in to BUY things. She told me I could not come in...."Appointment Only". Are you kidding me? DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME!!! - They have a great selection, but did not want to sell any of it ; )

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Surf Garage

4.6(66 reviews)

1.1 mi

SG has been my go to board shop for a few decades. Toru and the staff have always treated me like…read morefamily with kindness and respect. Their selection of boards can be magical! From the newest creations of shapers to their used board rack (where I have found some of my absolute favorite boards over the years) to the pieces of history and craftsmanship on the wood-board rack when you walk in - there is something for just about everyone! Plus, the place has a delightful feel to it. It's not trying to look like or be a corporate business. It feels like a friend made a place to share what he loves with me / you. It's always a pleasure to bring friends there and watch their eyes light up as they look around. Go! It's worth it to make some new friends who you'll possibly see in the water at a break nearby!

Nice assortment of equipment- quantity and quality of new and used gear as well as very helpful…read morestaff.

Lots of boards to choose from.

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Snoopy’s Surf Shop

4.2(42 reviews)

1.1 mi•Kaimuki

cute shop!!!!! a don't miss for snoopy fans!!!! From…read moreTshirts to key chains to stickers so cute!

My family and I absolutely love Snoopy/Peanuts and made it my mission to visit both Snoopy Surf…read moreShop stores in Oahu. This one is located near Waikiki and has some unique designs for this area of Oahu. However, the only reason I am giving them four stars is because after visiting the one in Haleiwa, there's a huge difference in size, service and designs. Since this one is closer to the largest tourist area I really thought it would be bigger and have even more amazing designs, however it was so small and with the amount of people shopping at the store it was a little hard to shop around. I had already seen many of the items they had in store at the other location so I didn't spend too much time there. It's definitely worth checking out if you love Snoopy!

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Hawaiian Island Creations

3.5(68 reviews)

1.2 mi•Ala Moana

I always make a point to stop here when I'm visiting. They have a great selection of clothing…read morepieces and jackets and backpacks. The service is good, they will always help you find sizes. They often have HIC only sales so keep an eye out for that. The prices are comparable to others in the mall, but I do feel like the selection and variety here at HIC is better.

HIC is my OG... The…read morenumber of times coming here to shop for various items head to toe, no I'm not a surfer but do love the beach though it's been years since I've had the chance to do so but do love all things the greater outdoors in Hawaii. The staff here is great to greet you upon entering, I love all the merchandises they have here from hats to create your own slippers while carrying that bougie flask to keep you hydrated along with some sunscreen you'll look that part with any of their shirts and outerwear here as they have so much stickers to express your style and moments all are found here and for everyone that you know along with deals with purchase are great way to save and grab a deal. Located on the Street Level in the Ala Moana Center Mauka side with lots of parking just steps away makes shopping here for yourself or bestie a fun experience that's we all have been doing for years. Thank you!

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T&C Surf Designs

4.1(38 reviews)

2.9 mi•Kahala

I wanted to add a bit more to my review. Yes, I was…read moredisappointed that I could not find what I was looking for in the store. However, I found a lot online. I placed an order with standard shipping. I am very impressed on the quick turnaround of processing my order, shipping the package, and receiving my items in about a week. Very happy with my items. My hoodie is so soft! I also used the promo code to get 20% off which made for a good deal! Thank you! I will order again!

Interesting how this brand still appeals after all these years…read more Gave my sweetie one hour to buy 3 items. Why only one hour? Her brother was at Fun Factory with Hubs. We had a long agenda for the day and number one reason, cost factor. Fortunately the tab came out to $117 that's with one item being on sale. One young man approached when we entered. We had to ask another one person to open the changing area to try on before purchasing. The cashier was a friendly attentive man.

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Kylie B.

7 years ago

I don't want to give this business any stars at all! My husband wanted a surf and I was a tag along wanting to just sunbathe. We ended up with a guy who we didn't originally speak to about what we exactly wanted. Took us to a few beaches but the waves were crap for my husband. So we kept driving and driving and in the end we got fed up as we were driving around for around 4 hours. We just went back to the shop and spoke to Dave the owner who didn't want a bar of us and said he can't control the waves. I called him when I got back to the hotel room saying we wanted a refund as in the original email it says due to weather and unforeseen circumstances we get a full refund. He ended up hanging up on me! I could've paid an Uber if I wanted to be driven around!!! Not pay $470!! Never ever use this company it's a fraud and rip-off!! Worst customer service from a business owner I've ever dealt with. Very disappointed and disgusted with his attitude. I'm hoping consumers out there read this review and others. Most companies would try and resolve the situation but this one always seems to blame the customer! As we Aussies say "own your own shit". Adding to your reply (anyone not present in the situation shouldn't be able to comment either): Whoever has commented on this situation wasn't present. We saw different people when we enquired to when we checked in. The staff checked the surf report for us and advised Saturday was the best day for waves so we made the appointment for then. Based on staff's recommendation! My husband wanted waves not too big and I just wanted to lay on the beach. We were told by another guide, who was meant to be taking us, that he knew the perfect spot for the both of us. So we expected to be taken to one spot to enjoy time in the sand and surf and not be driven to 5 different places and waste our half day tour in a car! We stopped at one place with a beautiful beach but the waves were crap! The other places weren't even beaches and not swimmable!! If they think I'm going to swim where the waves were crashing on the rocks they've got another thing coming!! I don't smoke anything so that's neither here nor there! Not one mention here or anywhere about making the waves bigger. My husband clearly indicated what he wanted on Tuesday and he didn't get that. Also check with Lee about us arguing! Saying we were displaying personal problems in the van are you kidding me and saying we were arguing rudely in the van is a LIE!!! We did not have one argument so get your facts right!! We have manners and know better thank you very much!! We've been to Hawaii 4 times now so we know what the weather's like and how beautiful this place is. This experience just ruined our day and we've learnt from this not to pay anything like this in full upfront when we return!! I don't need to stay in my hotel room and let him go surfing. If he's not happy with what he saw that's got nothing to do with me. He wanted me to go with him so don't be so rude! Saying we were harassing Dave is a lie also. If you deal with an owner of a company in Australia they don't walk off on you or hang up on you! You really need to get your facts right. Again, people who weren't there shouldn't comment! Maybe you should be more clear and transparent about your clause! Misleading information. If that was in Australia that would be against the law and covered under consumer protection! We didn't abruptly end the tour but considering we had to check in at 7:30am and didn't leave until after 9, then drove around until lunchtime is a joke!!! We had to be back by 1pm anyway!! There was no harassment!! When you're talking to someone trying to resolve an issue and the owner then walks away what do you think someone's going to do?? Next point of call is via phone and that's what we did. Spoke to him and he hung up. I actually wasn't sure if that's what he did so yes I called back but that's normal not harassment!! I'm sure threatening someone in the USA is against the law! Dave swearing on the phone and saying to my husband, "F$@K you mother f$@ker I'll meet you right now and pound you"!!! Plus the rest!! Seriously!!! Not acceptable behaviour! read more

Wendy D.

14 years ago

From the moment we arrived, the aloha sunshine spirit shone brightly from the little surf shop under the gazebo at the allys end. It was like the pot of gol at the end o the rainbow. We were taken through a practice run on land til we were comfortable enough to tackle the waves, fitted with rash guards so we wouldnt leave our skin behind as fish food, and off we trekked the block to the beach with our amazing instructors exrodinare, Kamalu and Alika. Having never surfed before, and being of "old age" I was a little nervous, but the guys wrre absolute gems staying with us, towing us back and forth when our own paddling wasnt quite enough, pushing on us at the right spots to catch the waves, encouraging and cheering each stage of getting up and offering options for success til we did. They treated us like royalty, never condescending and took as nuch glee in our "getting up" as we did. We ALL had a blast and our experience couldnt have been more golden. And we have two whole disks of fabulous pictures to prove it (one from each lesson). The canoe ride is an added bonus and well worth it for an extra thrill. Surf lessons with Big Wave Dave was the pinnacle of our hawaiian adventures! Big Wave Dave's is theeeee BEST!! Cowabunga baby! read more

Ivo A.

10 years ago

The rudest service on Hawaii ever. Popped in for a board rental for half a day. Lady behind counter says it's gonna cost $20. She asks if I have it. I say I'm parked right outside, I'll go grab my wallet. In the meantime, I ask her a couple questions - when they close, liability stuff, etc. She rudely answers with one word answers. I go back to the car, grab cash. I try to give it to her. She goes - do you have your credit card? I say I have cash. She rolls her eyes, says she needs credit card for file. Fine, I go back and grab the credit card. I come back and ask if any of the boards have a go pro attachment. She looks at me like I asked if she knows Ernest Hemingway's middle name. Shrugs her shoulders. As I pull out the credit card, she asks again - DO YOU HAVE YOUR CREDIT CARD? Lady, you need to chill. Now I am all riled up. And all I wanted was to surf for a few hours. Last question - what's the best spot to go surfing for my skill level? She utters one word: Diagonally. Huh? "Diagonally" and she points towards the water. Such lovely people at this establishment. I'd avoid it of you prefer to talk to humans that don't hate life. read more

Sean M.

14 years ago

I recently took a family vacation to Maui and Oahu for my daughtrer's sweet 16 and our day with Big Wave Dave and his crew made it that much more incredible!!!! It was me (45) my daughter ashley (16) her friend abby (16) my daughter katie (13) and son sean (9) years old. We were lucky enoough to get big wave Dave himself and a great instructor Aleka and Dave's wife Krystal took fabulous pictures for us. We took a 4 hour excursion where we surfed a beautiful spot on the north shore of Oahu then they took us on a tour of all the famous big tiime surf beaches of Oahu's north shore includung the Pipeline and Sunset beaches. My group had only had a lesson or two before this and Dave and his professional team helped us so much with our confidence and we improved all day and all left with big smiles on our faces! The water and waver where they brought us to surf were spectacular!!!We also got to experience some of the local culture thanks to Dave, Krystal and Aleka!!! Awesome day and one of life's great experiences!!! I recommend for all levels!! Sean Mc. read more

Flore L.

14 years ago

I ended up there, thanks to the coupon booklet. And that way, you never know what to expect. I dealt with PY for the booking. She is very customer friendly and helpful. The day of my lesson, I showed up early, as I wanted to check if I could get the lesson earlier, due to my flight out. She had some availabilies and I therefore could make it. She also has been very accomodating in different ways, which always leave a very good impression. The pictures are very beautiful, even if you don't know where the photographer is hidden. Anyways, you focus too much on not falling into the water to spend time (and attention) on searching for somebody with a camera... The time in the water appears not to be long enough, but considering how difficult it becomes to paddle back to the shore after succeeding in riding a wave, it ends up being enough ! The 2 teachers we had were also helpful. Definitely a good catch ! read more

Taj M.

11 years ago

I took my 9 and 11 year olds to Oahu in Feb for their winter break and decided to give them a week of surf lessons they've always wanted. I came across Big Wave Dave's surf shop on line as I was searching for safe, reliable surf place for my kids to go for surfing for the week. I called Dave's shop and asked many questions before signing up. I signed up my kids for a 1/1 2 hour lessons with Dave and his team and my kids had the time of their lives. I was so impressed with how kind and generous the staff was. They even offered to pick up/drop off my kids at the Kahala Resort I was staying at. Overall, wonderful experience. If you have little ones, I recommend one/one lessons with Dave and his staff. Thanks Dave so much for making my kids' vacation a hit! read more

Cornelia W.

15 years ago

My husband and I and two sons ages 21 and 19 got SUP lessons with Dave over the 4th of July holiday in Hawaii. I found him on line and called and spoke with him first. He was EXTREMELY friendly and helpful before I ever booked with him. He met us on the beach that morning and had the boards all ready and gave us a great lesson on land and then took us all out for a few hours. He's an amazing instructor and even had my boys riding waves on the paddle boards! He's patient, fun and friendly... my boys really enjoyed him and so did we! I would recommend him to everyone! He's awesome! Thanks Dave for the great time and the experience! If we ever come back we will be in touch!!! Mahalo!!!!!! The Pelle's Dayna, Tony, Anthony & Austin read more

Pam N.

15 years ago

I took my high school band to Hawaii for a band festival and this was kind of a last minute suggestion from one of the parents. What find! We had their Groupon to use and they offered our group a better price than on the Groupon. Dave, Krystal and the instructors were great - patient, supportive, kind, knowledgeable and effective! Imagine a group of eighteen high school students and three adult women who have never surfed - they were all true professionals. We all had an amazing time and of all the activities we did on Oahu, the surf lesson is what the band members are talking about the most. I will recommend a surf lesson with Big Wave Dave to everyone I know who might be vacationing in Hawaii. Well done! read more

Cyn T.

14 years ago

Always wanted to do a surf lesson and ride in an outrigger. I received a Living Social gift that included both. What an absolutely awesome time with a fabulous and knowledgeable crew. From checking in and instructions on surfing and paddling, through catching waves and then checking out videos and photos of our experiences at the end, this was a totally cool experience. Everyone at Big Wave Dave Surf Co. was wonderful. Our outrigger crew Dave and Evan had us stroking through then coasting in on waves. Our surfing instructors Uncle Niel and Evan showed great care and aloha with us to make sure that we all enjoyed ourselves and had great memories of catching waves. Mahalo Crew. I look forward to my next wave. read more

Lisa F.

10 years ago

Big Wave Dave's Awesome Lesson for 1st Time Surfer. Thank you Troy for my awesome experience!! It was my first try surfing and I got up every time - about 6-8 waves. He was an excellent instructor and looked out for everyone in our group. His experience was clear as he was also giving tips to other people who clearly didn't know what they were doing. Troy was kind of a surf crossing guard. He did a fantastic job and it was exactly as I imagined - Diamond Head to my right and surfing in to Waikiki beach looking at the iconic coast on a sunny afternoon with a huge smile on my face. I couldn't have asked for more. And the photos by Chris Beeson will preseve this incredible memory. Thank you all!! read more

Katie F.

12 years ago

AMAZING experience! From the moment we walked into the shop, we felt totally welcomed and comfortable. Everyone in the shop was so helpful including, our surf instructor was Alika. He made us feel so comfortable in the water and was encouraging! We got our money's worth - being that we only had land instruction for 15 minutes and then remainder of the time (1 and 1/2 to 2 hours) actually riding waves while others (using different instructors) were just hanging around. The CD of photos is totally worth it as well - such clear photos that we can share. Thank you again for such an amazing experience. We will definitely recommend you to family and friends! Aloha, Katie and Ben Friday read more

C S.

9 years ago

Super great experience - these guys really know Oahu, and the North Shore area. I surf regularly but not in HI so I was looking to get the HI wave experience for my son and I. Alika was our guide and was nothing but excellent. I highly recommend this shop if you surf in other parts of the world and are coming from somewhere else but don't know Oahu...these guys will put you on the right spot, based on your ability and skill level...highly recommend them!!!! Also, the staff at the store were super nice and all very friendly...made you feel at ease and at home...no hard sell or attempt to get you to buy something, which was refreshing. read more

Elizaveta L.

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8 years ago

I came to Hawaii on the 22 of May 2018. It was my first time surfing and I was very nervous of the ocean and just being stabled on the board. My boyfriend been in Hawaii several times and been telling me that B W D S Co is the BEST surfing store ! I wasn't surprised why! The staff is so friendly and amazing. I took a surfing lesson with Charles and I felt very safe but not even that, I GOT ON THE BOARD right away for my first time first wave !!!! I love this shop and staffs personality. It's a family now and I can't wait to go back ( we rented boards for 7 days with a good fair price ) I recommend Charles for surfing lessons :)) read more

Obie B.

9 years ago

Let me start by saying I have never surfed before so I didn't know what to expect. The experience was incredible and it was due to Josh. He was an extremely professional and attentive instructor who is truly passionate about surfing and wants his students to have a great time. The extra touches like helping you paddle out will be appreciated it's far more tiring than it looks. The rest of the guys at the shop were extremely friendly A+ outfit. If I ever find myself on Oahu in the future I will be booking my next lesson here. Thanks for making my first time out a great one. read more

Chris W.

9 years ago

I had money stolen from the secure locker in this shop while I was out surfing. It seems the owners didn't even care enough to review available security camera footage of the locker, to see what happened and try to prevent it happening to future customers! (They promised to do this - but didn't, even when I followed up a second time). Warning - if your experience with these guys doesn't go to plan - they are not interested in sorting it out. Unprofessional. Avoid. read more

Dylan P.

11 years ago

Had Alika (sp?) as my instructor. First time surfing and the sport is phenominal! You've gotta try it. Alika was very knowledgeable and had me surfing in no time. i'm renting a board on my next island and hopefully I will be able to take what Alika taught me and ride one solo. if I would have done this the first day of the trip my wife wouldn't have been able to get me out of the water to see the rest of the island. great time. rent the shirt its worth the 5-er. read more

Phyllis T.

13 years ago

11/15/2013 Had the time of my life on my first canoe ride. Dave was very nice and Troy also. Since I am a senior citizen I was allowed to occupy the Queens Seat (at first). I told Dave that I wanted to see where I was going not where I'd been so he had me and Troy trade seats so I got to paddle and experience the whole thing. I wish I could have stayed out all day. Mahalo, Dave and your whole crew. Very nice people to work with. Phyllis T. Fort Worth, TX read more

Anne C.

14 years ago

my sister and I just went surfing today and we had lots of fun!! i wished i remembered the names of our instructors (Kamalu? and two others :S)but all i can say is that they were really awesome.. The staff (guy named Chris and a girl named Krystal) at the office were awesome as well, very very helpful! there were pictures and videos included in the CD as well to keep as souvernir! we loved it! I will definitely bring my sisters on my next trip! read more

Ian B.

9 years ago

Took a surf lesson here the other day. Cool people and they really took the time to explain. They do a little land course first and that was appreciated for sure. The shop is cool they have lots of neat stuff to buy and a huge 4 tv video screen to show off all your embarrassing near drowning photos. The owner Dave was there and he was engaged with everyone and answered questions. Made you feel part of the crew even though you can't surf! :) read more

Pferron L.

14 years ago

Who would have ever thought that a 67 year old with a recent total knee replacement could be talked in to taking a surfing lesson. Well it happened! And thanks to Big Wave Dave's instructors Kamalu and Alika, I did it! Yep, I got up and what a thrill of a lifetime!! If i can do it, you can do it too! Oh, an the canoe ride is a must too! Dave was a great captain. Thanks to everyone at Big Wave Dave's who made our experience unforgettable! read more

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0.1 mi

Had an amazing experience at Ty Gurney Surf School! Special shoutout to Tyler, James, Kainalu, and…read morethe receptionists for making the experience enjoyable. I booked two-hour lessons, and each session left me with new insights and things to work on. All the instructors were engaged and observant throughout the lessons, providing continuous feedback, encouragement, and helpful tips. Whenever I had questions, they were attentive and took the time to give thorough, detailed answers. It was especially great learning from instructors who clearly enjoy what they do. Their passion and enthusiasm made the lessons even more enjoyable, and I left each session feeling like I had learned something new. Would definitely recommend Ty Gurney Surf School to anyone looking to learn, have fun, and/or make unforgettable memory :-)

This place had last minute booking options which was so convenient for us as we have a little girl…read moreand didn't think of lessons until the day before. They have easy online booking options and they sent you an email right away to sign a waiver. It's a little hard to find as it's between the Denny's and a parking lot, so just be vigilant while walking. They have a little shop with a receptionist and the instructors. There's a QR code for tipping your instructors which was convenient considering you're so tired after the lesson. I felt comfortable leaving all my stuff in the office (even shoes) as we walked across the street to the beach. My instructor, James, first practiced my footing, head placement, and movement. Then we paddled out, and he held my board the entire time. I got to enjoy the view prop my head on my board and give Ms. America waves even though no one was looking. That alone is worth all the money. James gave me tips and tricks each wave he pushed me in. Telling me to balance more on the right foot, etc. I felt like I had also paid to hang out with someone really cool. The vibes on the break were so chill. Everyone knew each other and were respectful with waves of hello and aloha. This is a must do in Waikiki. The waves were so soft on my beginner board and they have a 99.9% rate of success. James said he was able to help a 84 year old catch and stand up in a wave. Remarkable!!! I caught six waves and it felt incredible. I'm wiped out and exhausted, but so satisfied and excited for my next lesson. What a treat! I highly recommend Ty Gurney- ask for James!!

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Moku Hawaii

Cam the instructor is the bomb! The best surf lesson we have ever had before. Had an amazing…read moremorning semi private lesson and waves.

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Ohana Surf Project

(277 reviews)

0.7 mi

It was our first time surfing and we were comfortable and had so much fun…read more Coach and the entire team was amazing. I was the oldest in the group (including my kids) and Coach and Ryan were super attentive and ensured that I didn't get hurt and enjoyed myself. The team promoted connection that made the entire group of first time surfers and total strangers comfortable and supporting each other. From the time we checked in until the check out, every staff member was friendly and professional.

Excellent communication, rate quoting and responsiveness. Helped me with available times, getting…read morethe lesson booked and getting the payment paid, all in a time-sensitive way since I arrived in Oahu on Monday, was staying the week, but hadn't made advance bookings. Emily made sure all my questions were answered, advising what to wear (I asked), and what to bring to the beach, versus leave up at the shop. Amazing!! Some downsides: it's a BIG group! Even though we got semi-private lesson (1 instructor for the 2 of us), you're still taking the lesson amidst the rest of the "school"(...which for us, was 2 school buses filled with students. Maybe 25 people?) You're then all having your lesson in the same area of water, so imagine 30 beginners all on surf boards confined to a limited area on the water. I didn't love this part. You're assigned an instructor (and each of course has his/her own personality). The instructors were all great: coaching you through the positions, picking the waves for you, pushing you off into them to gather speed, and calling out when to "paddle" then "up". But each instructor inherently comes with a personality and if you get a less aggressive one, you might end up waiting for all the other students to get their turn before you get to go. Then (this part was unexpected)...you have to win all the way across, to get out of the "surf lane" of all 25 beginner surfers, before you can win back out to get in line for your next try. It was a lot of swimming for not a lot of surf trials which really tires you out. By 5 runs, I'd had enough. I have had one lesson before (which I absolutely LOVED!!) but it wasn't as part of a big school, it was just me, and one other student, and the instructor. And there was no 25-50 ft "surf lane" that you had to swim across after each attempt to get out of the way of the other students. this extra swimming ate into a lot of surfing time I think. Anyway, good experience, but I wouldn't do it again in this way. Actually, I'm not even sure I'd do it again at all. I ended up buying the photo footage because I'm so sure I'm off surfing now...so might as well buy the photos, as I'll probably never do it again. That's not how I felt after my 1st experience a few years ago in a different format.

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Gone Surfing Hawaii

(169 reviews)

0.1 mi

Phenomenal surf school -- Mick and Trevor are incredible!…read more We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Gone Surfing Hawaii! I booked multiple surf lessons for my teenage daughters and myself during our time in Waikiki, and I could not have asked for a better team. From the very beginning, our instructors, Mick and Trevor, were extraordinarily friendly, welcoming, and encouraging. Their attention to detail was exceptional--they took the time on land and in the water to break down proper technique, wave timing, and positioning so the girls felt confident every step of the way. Most importantly, as a parent, I was so impressed by their uncompromising commitment to safety and ocean awareness. Knowing they were in such thorough, capable hands allowed everyone to relax and fully enjoy the ocean. My daughters had absolute blast and were catching wave after wave with huge smiles on their faces. The positive energy, professionalism, and genuine aloha spirit Mick and Trevor brought made this one of the absolute highlights of our trip. If you're looking for surf instruction in Honolulu--whether for first-timers or kids looking to sharpen their skills--I cannot recommend Gone Surfing Hawaii highly enough! We will definitely be back!

Great instructors. Tommy and Dev were friendly, professional and so patient! It was great having a…read morephotographer there to catch my two daughters getting up during our first surfing lesson ever! We highly recommend this company!

Girls Surf Day Waikiki Beach Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel. Rent at Gone Surfing Hawaii:)

Headed out with Owen! We both got up on our first try!

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Duke's Lagoon

5.0

(61 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've always wanted to have my own surf shop. If I did, Duke's Lagoon would be the model for my…read morebusiness. Chris and Misa are outstanding proprietors of this business. I've rented boards from them. I've had some good chats with them. Chris is around my age. I won't say what age but he's as stoked about surfing as we probably both were in our 20s. If you've never surfed in this area, he will give you all the tips you need to have a fun surf. We will be back.

The gentleman is very helpful and friendly. The family and I had a great time. The kids rented SUP…read moreand e we rented chairs. The lagoon area is perfect for SUP. The wife and I got to sit and relax under the tree. The location has great photo spot for Diamond head is in the background. We will be back again. Thank you so much.

Me and my son catching another wave

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Surf Waikiki

4.8

(6 reviews)

0.3 mi

This shop has the color changing shirts, Gecko Hawaii!!Shorted 1 star only because of their limited…read more availability. I'd return to rent a board on my next trip. Overheard a call with a customer and their customer service was very top notch. Im confident they won't take advantage like other surf shops along Waikiki.

So happy my husband found this shop so close to the beach! We rented 2 beach chairs, an umbrella…read moreand a cooler. PARKING: ample amount of parking available in the parking structure! You can ask for validation as well (: LOCATION: inside the international marketplace on the second floor PRICE: Very reasonable! Especially for the shop being inside the mall & so close to the beach! SERVICE: impeccable!! We were assisted by Vinnie and he was so amazing! Got my husband situated with all the items we needed promptly and as he was leaving, Vinnie helped my husband organize everything so he was able to carry everything out on he own. He's so happy to help and so knowledgeable. Will definitely be coming back!

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Waikiki Surfboard Rentals

4.2

(13 reviews)

0.6 mi

The phone number did not work, and this place was closed there was another place nearby called…read moreMOKU about a block away that was about $10/hour for surfboard rentals.

If I could put a negative review on yelp, I definitely would for these guys. In town on staycation…read moreand wanted to work on some surfing skills, so I set up a surf lesson. When I did my original google search it looked like they were two blocks from my hotel, and had multiple 5 star ratings. I walked to the location google had, no shop at that location. The employee I had been messaging with sent me a completely different address that was a 56 minute walk. I hopped in a Lyft and headed that way, messaging them that I was on my way. When I arrived, the door to the shopped was closed and locked. I tried messaging the employee multiple times with no reply. Tried calling the shop number, no answer. Emailed the manager that I sent my Zelle payment to, no answer. Sad and disappointing.

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Beach Candy

4.2

(52 reviews)

0.7 mi

Kai & Valentina were great! Helped me and my boyfriend find and get what we needed! Thanks!!read more

We utilized Beach Candy for rentals three different times and had a great experience all three…read moretimes. They have a partnership with multiple hotels so we did get some free rentals (2 free chairs and an umbrella. ) I also rented a surf board twice which had to be the highlight of my trip. I hadn't surfed in over a decade and absolutely loved being back in the water. The workers were kind and very helpful. I would highly recommend!

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Island Fiel Surf

5.0

(42 reviews)

9.0 mi

This review is definitely long overdue! I booked a private surf lesson with Eddie, the owner and…read moreinstructor of Island Fiel Surf, during a late solo birthday trip to Hawaii back in May of this year. I had taken group surfing lessons before in both Hawaii and California, but I had never done a private lesson, so I was excited to see how much of a difference the one-on-one instruction would make. Eddie was kind, fun, patient, and helpful. I was able to get on the board and stay standing much more consistently than before, and I really felt like his guidance helped me improve. He made the experience even more enjoyable, and I'm really glad I decided to book with him. I also brought a GoPro knockoff to try to capture some footage, and we were both hoping it would actually work. Eddie even said, "I hope you're able to get some footage!" Thankfully, it did work! The only thing is, I wish the lens had a wider view so I could capture my full body instead of mostly just my legs. LOL. So now I'm taking this as my sign to upgrade to a real GoPro before my next surf trip! The next time I'm back in Hawaii--which will hopefully be sometime next year, God willing--I'd love to do a short series of private lessons with Eddie, maybe once a day over a 3-4 day trip, so I can really build consistency and improve my surfing. I'm happy to support someone who genuinely made the experience a great one. I meant to post my videos and review much sooner, but life got busy once I returned to the mainland. Better late than never! I highly recommend Eddie and Island Fiel Surf, and I'll definitely be back.

Contacted on instagram and also called a few times to confirm private lesson appointment…read more Found his large van in the parking lot and got ready for the lesson. The main thing I will say is, Eddie is a really cool, chill guy with the Aloha spirit. He instantly made me feel comfortable and after getting to know each other, I felt a genuine connection. Nothing was really of concern or an issue during our session, and once in the water, all we thought about was surfing some good waves. The support love, and respect he showed to others in the lineup (some strangers, some local friends) really showed me what he's all about. If you want to have a great time surfing, whether beginner or intermediate or whatever your skill level is, do Hawaii a favor and hit this guy up. You won't regret it.

Become a surfer your first lesson

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Aloha Sup Club Hawaii

(31 reviews)

1.3 mi

My husband a I had a great ride today - we were met at the park right in front of the beach to…read morelaunch from. Saw a few sea turtles and rode down and back up Ala Moana beach. Owners Billy and Lynne were great! Gave us tips on how to ride Ala Moana and carry the boards to the water. They even put our stuff in the car so we didn't have to worry about it on the beach. Definitely watch the instructional video on their site - after two viewings we were able to figure it out on the water. Recommend!!

Found a deal on Groupon. Billy, Lynne, and George run a…read moregood business. Very friendly, fair, and customer oriented. They vary locations so be sure to verify the meeting spots and call ahead for reservations. I had an excellent rental experience at Ala Moana. They were there as scheduled with a very good condition 11ft epoxy board. It would have been nicer if they offered lighter adjustable paddles. I would use their service again and would definitely recommend it to a friend.