I reached out to my friend Edrick to find lessons, not knowing that a surfer of his stature also coaches newcomers. After a short lesson on awareness and body positioning, both I and an older buddy with no experience were catching every other wave we tried for with his help, riding some almost all the way in! Somehow, he was also able to take footage of us--so stoked on the whole experience. Mahalo, E! read more

E Oahu Surf Tours - Small wave, big board, long ride. Good times! - Surf Schools Near Me

Highly recommend! We did a half-day tour with lessens. He picked us up from our Airbnb and provided surf gear and boards, gave us a quick lesson, and brought us to a pretty much empty surf spot. He also offers video/photos if he catches anything food. Afterwards we got a smoothie and were given an option to surf at a different location - we were too wiped out though. We got a nice scenic tour of the islands and were dropped off at our Airbnb again. read more

Edrick took my 2 daughters (9 & 13) for a 1/2 day surf tour & lesson on Oahu & they had the BEST time. They are relative beginners and he gave a good safety briefing & reminder lesson on how to pop up/fall safely/balance. He picked comfortable boards for their size & experience & had very detailed knowledge of nearby surf spots with safe, but real enough waves they could easily ride for long runs @ a place I could cheer them on. Edrick was so patient & encouraging with both kids' different struggles before they clicked with their boards and the ocean. We loved that he surfed parallel with them and took the BEST videos of their runs. Awesome. Thank you SO MUCH Coach Edrick!! We will never forget this experience and have the videos to look back on. read more

Edrick was an amazing guide and provided such a positive experience for my son and I. Don't waste time with a big corporate group that sticks you in a bus or takes you somewhere with a huge group, E Oahu Surf Tours provides a personal experience that respects and protects the local culture! read more

I ordered a half day lesson guide for 2 days. Edric guided me to the best spots. Local guides are reliable. Especially in Hawaii. His skills are high and I learned a lot. Also, he is in the community with the locals so he has a lot of information. I wish him good luck in the weekend contest. 日本人ガイドのIzumiさんも居るので、英語が話せなくても安心です。 If you surf on Oahu, I recommend asking them. read more

What a great experience by a real pro like Edrick. After a few rounds of communications, we decided on Sunday, Cinco de Mayo. Edrick gave me a fantastic demo on land before we paddled out. And it's important to pay attention to his instruction because on my first attempt, I nosed the board because I didn't follow his guidance. I am in pretty good shape from riding my bike and skateboarding. Fine and dandy, but paddling out is what killed me. Poor Edrick had to haul my tired ass back out to the line-up because I was so wrecked. I'm sure he was laughing at the haole trying to surf, and I'd laugh at me too, but he was always super professional and that made me feel at ease. I'm sure the local surf schools and instructors are all good at their job. But with Edrick, I felt he was more authentic, and loved to share his aloha for all things aquatic and Hawai'i. He's a solid cat and you should feel 100% at ease learning from Edrick. I even saw him a surf magazine a week ago so you know he's straight legit. I'll continue on with my slow and clunky advancement of the sport but will always remember a few extremely key lessons he instilled. And so will you. Now go reserve a session with Edrick and/or his surfer GF. read more

Book this tour! Edrick's hospitality is unmatched and he is a very talented at what he does! We got some amazing waves and I learned a bunch through his coaching tips. My wife and I had a great time checking out different surf breaks and spots on the island! read more

You will not regret booking with this company. On our recent trip to Hawaii we decided to book a group lesson for 4 of us. Ederick and his wife picked us up from our hotel in Waikiki and took us to a beach a little bit up away from the crowds. Once there they outfitted us with boards and water shoes and gave us a briefing on dry land. Then into the water we went (be prepared to swim quite a bit, I didn't realize how far out we would go until we were going). We swam out and spent the next two hours getting one on one lessons with Ederick in a rotation. By the end of my time with him I was able to surf some small baby waves on my own, something I would have never imagined possible in just one lesson. If I make it back to the islands, I would definitely book again! read more

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I am a cynic about five-star reviews and rarely give them myself. However, this is worth the time and money. My daughter and I did the full-day tour for about 8 hours. Because my daughter had some surfing experience, I wanted her to get professional coaching and lessons. I also took lessons because I hadn't surfed in 35 years, and turned out to be the comedy relief, but I enjoyed every minute. We spent the beginning working on our pop-up and learning a better way to do things. Then the next hour and a half to two hours in the water. The next several hours were spent exploring the surfing Tripple Crown, Haleiwa, Sunset, Pipeline, and other areas of Oahu. Then we ended the day with another hour to hour half surfing. The best part was watching my daughter smile and see her improve in a very short amount of time. When we come back, we will definitely do it again, the half-day, depending on the season. read more

This was an amazing experience! Edrick is super helpful and all around awesome dude! He showed me great places, filled me with knowledge on each of the breaks we surfed, and had great coaching to help me improve. Will be going back as soon as I return to the island! read more

Excellent instructor for beginner and intermediate surfers! my boyfriend thought he couldn't surf b/c he didn't consider himself a strong swimmer/ wasn't comfortable in the ocean. Edrick made sure he felt safe and comfortable, and he was able to surf several long waves his very fist time trying. This is my 2nd time surfing with Edrick, I've been surfing for a few years in the Bay Area and signed up for the surf tour so I can explore different beaches around Oahu. He gave great tips re: board size, wave recognition, pop up timing etc. read more

I did an 8-hour private tour with Edrick and had an absolute blast. We went to 3 different spots, all offering something a little different. I didn't plan on taking any lessons per say, but he is such a wealth of knowledge, and so happy to help that I ended up learning a ton throughout the day. He really went above and beyond to make sure I got the most out of my tour. Not to mention, he's just a really cool guy to hangout with. I definitely recommend and hopefully will be a repeat customer! read more

I have been coming to Waikiki for years, staying at the Marriott & surfing the Queens break off Kalakaua Avenue. However this visit Waikiki was flat and crowded. I googled Waikiki surf tours, and selected E Oahu Surf Tours because it had a 5 star yelp rating. Edrick picked me up and took me to a spot overlooking Diamond Head which had just one surfer when we arrived. I caught lots of waves and had a great time hanging. As a pro surfer Edrick was able to tweak my surf technique and explain how to get more consistent rides. I have worked with many surf coaches over the years, Edrick is the best he is patient, has clear instruction and created a memorable surf session. I recommend E Oahu Surf Tours and plan to surf with them next time I am in town. read more

E Oahu Surf Tours - Edrick mahalo for the surf ses - we will do it again the next time I am on island. - Surf Schools Near Me

There is no doubt that you will get a fulfilling surfing experience with Edrick. Edrick is a seasoned local pro surfer who is very knowledgable, patient, and has a genuine gift for teaching. He gained a wealth of experience from some of Hawaii's legend surfers and does an excellent job in passing it on. I recommend his services for the beginner and even experienced surfer. For the advanced, Edrick will help make small adjustments so you can pull off bigger turns, etc. He will improve your game, and you will have a crazy fun time along the way! He's a good fun guy, full of Aloha! read more

Edrick was an amazing instructor for my two teenage girls. He was super patient and helped them catch multiple waves. They even surfed alongside a turtle. Edrick had all the equipment and was very good with instruction. His videos and pics were great too. He teaches with a go pro. :) We will use him again next time we are in Waikiki. read more

If you're looking for an authentic surfing experience (one not promoted by hotels, and so isn't as $$$) look NO FURTHER! We were fortunate to run into Edrick, a pro surfer & local of the island! I came to Hawaii with my kids wanting to take a surf lesson, and we're so happy we waited to finding him that we did it! First off, his rates were nothing compared to the other ones we had looked at, like the ones on the beach or thru the hotel. Plus, he even recorded it with his Go Pro - still cheaper than the others! He suggested a beach with waves that would work for my 14, 17, and 20 year old. And we were not disappointed! They were all able to catch some waves (with my 14 yr old being the best at it!). They had such a great time with him and it was such a treasure being able to meet him and hear his incredibly INSPIRATIONAL story. It is very admirable of him, and we are definitely going to keep in touch with him for future vacations to Oahu! Edrick was very patient, informative, funny yet professional, and so very passionate about surfing and the water! THANK YOU SO MUCH EDRICK! You are the best! HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE WANTING TO SURF! Whether it's your first time or if you're trying to improve your skills on some bigger waves... Edrick is definitely your guy! read more

I definitely recommend going out and taking the plunge with Edrick. He knows his stuff. He is a true local and can take you places no other tour would dare to take you. When my wife and I did his tour last month he took us in and treated us as family. Truly a spectacular day and one never to forget. read more

If you're looking for a good lesson from a very gifted surfer and teacher, look no further. I've gone out a couple times and it's always been a very positive experience. It's always good to go with local knowledge and there is an abundance of that here. Progressive and really fun. read more

The number one thing I was looking forward to when I visited Oahu was surfing. I am sorry to say I was disappointed with my experience with Edrick. I did my best to communicate what I was looking for but Edrick failed to deliver. During our drive to the beach, his conversation descended into a rant about the surf industry and how he had been mistreated. For all I know, this is true, but his negativity and swearing was a downer for sure. My board was SUPER heavy and was difficult to handle walking to our surf location. In the water, the heavy board made it difficult to turn and find the sweet spot on the wave. Edrick commented that the place he gets his surfboards was pretty picked over and this was the best he could get. The next day I rented surfboards from another company and they had plenty of boards to choose from. I ended up surfing out in front of the hotel and had WAY more fun than I did with Edrick. read more

Let me cut to the chase: E Oahu Surf Tours is *the ultimate*! This is really two reviews in one: one for surf instruction, and one for the island tour - - but in both cases, E Oahu Surf Tours was off the hook! We are a family of experienced surfers with a couple of newbies working on getting up for the first time. Prior to our recent trip to Oahu, we scoured Yelp for outfits offering surf lessons/surf tours; based on stellar reviews, we booked E Oahu Surf Tours for a full day, and hoped for the best. Little did we know we would have one of the most awesome, memorable days of our entire trip to the islands! Edrick (the 'E' of 'E Oahu Surf Tours') met us in the morning at our Waikiki hotel with boards already loaded (previous to our trip, we'd established board sizes) and took us to a nearby spot (Ala Moana Bowls) that offered solid rights and lefts. Edrick was very careful to explain the reef/channel structure and dynamics to the experienced folks along with a reminder of lineup etiquette. He assumes nothing, and is careful to explain the nuances of each spot so you understand that break's rules, but does so in a humble way that makes you feel like he's really got your back and won't put you in a bad situation. Once the experienced folks were out, he worked with the two newbies of the family and did a stellar job of helping them both learn how to paddle, navigate waves, pop up, and catch wave after wave after wave! After a couple hours, we loaded back up and headed to the North Shore (about an hour's drive), but before departing Honolulu, E detoured to a place that offered the best acai bowls and smoothies we've ever had. When we arrived at the North Shore town of Hale'iwa, we stopped in at North Shore Surf Shop to have a look around (definitely hit that place if you're in the area, it's super chill). Went on to explore the Hale'iwa break, Waimea Bay (relatively flat conditions, so we went rock jumping), and visited Pipeline - - all remarkable in their own way for their natural beauty and power. Along the way, E provided a running commentary of the local area, interesting historical facts, and observations about local customs. We finished our North Shore tour with the most incredible meal at Rajanee Thai in Hale'iwa before returning to Honolulu. About Edrick himself: as a longtime surfer still competing as a pro on the WSL tour (have no doubt, the dude can really shred!), it was no surprise how Edrick is able to expertly assess where you are with your skills and provide recommendations and pointers that help you progress. E is however much more than an outstanding teacher dispensing a wealth of surfing knowledge. He is really an ambassador for Hawaiian surfing, and most fittingly, he is full of aloha. He eagerly and readily pours into you his knowledge of, and love and appreciation for, the sport of surfing and for the culture of Hawaii. Edrick is very outgoing yet humble, kind yet funny, entertaining, multi-talented, and genuinely wants you to have a good experience. On the drive home from North Shore, he kept us laughing with impromptu raps and even played a couple of tracks he'd recorded - - this guy is talented beyond belief! And everyone (and I mean everyone) knows Edrick and speaks well of him. The only thing I'd recommend to E Oahu Surf Tours as a business would be to improve visibility to pricing ahead of the tour. In advance of our visit, my wife asked via email several times for a cost estimate covering board rental, lessons, and the day's tour, and we never really got an answer until we met up with Edrick the morning of our tour. Thankfully, his prices were very reasonable, and based on the crazy fun we had that day, would say it was money very, very well spent! But it would have helped us for planning to know the cost in advance. Bottom line: if you are thinking of taking surfing lessons on Oahu or want to explore the island, I whole-heartedly recommend Edrick and E Oahu Surf Tours! You will not be disappointed, and will come away with a whole new appreciation of and love for the ocean and the sport of surfing! Mahalo, E - - thanks so much for taking such great care of my family; you are truly da man! read more

Edrick is amazing! A true local, he took my girlfriend and I on the best tour around Oahu. He's very personable and also very knowledgeable about all the best spots/history of Oahu. Not to mention, he's a great surf instructor and makes you feel very comfortable and confident in the ocean. Even if you are already an experienced surfer, he offers great tips and techniques to improve your surf skills. Stopped for local foods and everything was taylored for us. I recommend signing up for the full day surf lesson/tour. It was our favorite day during our vacation and we left with a new friend ! read more