The management is a mess. The instructor wasn't told I was coming to the confined water session. No…read moremessaging, no check-in ahead of the class because the instructor didn't know I was coming. I was lost, called and no one picked up the phone because everyone was in water. They expected me, a complete beginner, to put on all the gears myself and swim to the teaching location (the confined water pool is at least 7ft, someone not comfortable with water can potentially drown without supervision). As a result I missed half of the class and wasn't qualified for the open water session. I asked for a refund and they pointed to me to their one-year free instruction policy, which will cost me non-trivial hotel, flight expenses for another trip. Despite of the above, Max was very patient catching me up when I was late to the class. I appreciate his instruction.

this is a review for Neal Tyagi. My partner and I took the Level 1 Free Diving class and also did a…read moreprivate coaching session with him. Neal has great energy and is passionate and knowledgeable about the sport of free-diving. he is also very attentive, detail-oriented and challenges you in a gentle way. i learned a lot from our time together about the mind-body connection present in free-diving, and by the end of our session together definitely saw shifts in how i related to the physical act of diving and understanding how to better my technique. thanks Neal, for the gems. hope to get out there with you again soon!

I am on the water. I own a sailboat which is moored on Keehi Harbor which is attached to their…read moreMarina. They will not let me tie up my dingy to any of their available outlets with cleats to dock and then walk to use their store! Why? The only other way I would arrive being I have no car, is park my dingy and walk 2000 feet to their Convenience Store. Or just take a Uber and minas well just go Walmart. They have that dock shop but us sailboat people can't arrive on boats?

The staff and the facility were both excellent during the recent haulout of my 33 foot sloop,…read moreCowabunga!! First of all, the crew on the travel lift were obsessive in positioning the straps where they would not damage my boat. We were right on schedule with the pick, I had the tarps up within an hour or so. And the tarps they provided for dust containment were virtually new, in good shape, easy to handle and ample sized. I was ready to start work by lunch time. I easily completed my haulout within my 5 day schedule, as the yard crew took care of my needs such as moving pads, and prepping for the launch. The yard crew are calm and professional. Of course, you can always with the cost was less. But when I look at the scope of the operation, I am grateful we can haul at all in today's inflated world. A lot of labor went into my haul and launch, plus there is environmental mitigation, and expensive equipment. My haulout went smooth and fast, and I am grateful for that. Aloha, Mark

The experiance of a lifetime! Captain Gaelyn was just lovely. I had a long sail one day and a…read morelesson the next, which was definitely the way to go. I was in my happy place every moment. Captain was so easy to be around and really set me at ease when i was tacking for the first few times, and i'll tell you i could not stop smiling. Could not recommend more!

I was fortunate to have Captain Gaelyn to accompany my last journey with my dear mom. Captain…read moreGaelyn is a very competent,warm and attentive person. You can totally trust her. I would love to hire her again. Her service is the first rate but the price was reasonable! Mahalo dear Captain Gaelyn! See you again!

What an amazing time! Last weekend I completed the 2-day ASA 101 course with Capt Greg of Sail…read moreHawaii. I could not have asked for a better introduction to the ASA program. The class was an ideal balance of classroom learning, skills review, and practical application. Most importantly though, Greg's enthusiasm for sailing made for a very fun and rewarding experience. The class was small with a 3:1 ratio which allows for tons of individual attention. If any student had questions on a concept, or wanted more time on the water practicing a sailing skill, it was always accommodated. Each morning we met in the classroom (an added bonus because not all sailing schools have classrooms) where Capt Greg introduced and discussed the topics for the day. The material was taught in a very approachable manner that made it relatable and easy to understand. It was also helpful that Capt Greg provided real world experiences from his years of sailing about how the concepts are applied and why they're important to understand. In the afternoon, after a nice lunch break (there are many options nearby) we walked over to the boat. After briefly reviewing sailing terms, practicing a few knots, and discussing safety, we set sail. Once on the water, Capt. Greg makes sure everyone is comfortable on the boat and understands how it sails. After that, its all hands-on learning, each student takes turns at the helm while the other two students trim jib sheets. Capt Greg during this time is observing and assisting each student, answering questions, giving tips, and guiding us through different sailing maneuvers. This structure was great for learning, as all the students are involved in the sailing and learning from one another's experience at the helm, creating a fun team atmosphere. Not to mention, the sailing area is beautiful. We cruised between Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach and downtown Honolulu with the sun setting as we headed back into harbor. Whether you've never sailed before and want to learn the basics, or are experienced and working toward advanced ASA certifications (ASA 103-107), Sail Hawaii is a great place to start. You won't be disappointed. Capt Greg knows sailing, has tons of experience, and is a great teacher.

I liked the skipper, Greg, who taught the class. But the course I took just really, really did not…read morework out for me. I signed up and experienced the 7-Day Pacific Ocean Challenge, which was a sail and cruise type thing, to up my sailing game, and earn my ASA 101, 103, and 104 certs. I did get the certs, but didn't really learn much, and in fact didn't even complete all the requirements for those certs. Over the seven days we only sailed 14 hours, mostly because Greg, the skipper, seems really apprehensive about sailing in winds that other sailing schools consider essential to experience. He literally told us that if winds were in the 20s we wouldn't be able to go out. Whereas the ASA 104 class is to teach you to sail in winds in the 20s, as much as 30. I've confirmed with other sailing schools that they go out into the 20s on purpose, to get that experience. The whole week we could see good winds in Windy, but all he wanted to do was motor around and visit places he felt we should see, which was totally in contrast to the interest of the students/crew. All who paid to sail. It was a waste of money, vacation time, and opportunity. I've communicated with other people who've had the same experience, so it's not a one off. I'm hoping to make up for the loss with some other sailing school on the mainland. NOTE: if you don't care about the sailing aspect, and just want to hang out on a boat going around the islands, maybe this is a good thing to do. I was there to sail, and that didn't happen, and not because of the weather, just because the skipper, Greg, wasn't up for it.

Dave is so wonderful, helpful and knowledgable about diving, equipment and dive sites. His many,…read moremany years of diving experience is very obvious with his customer care. He makes scuba diving easy and relaxed. His classes are small and intimate or he can take a larger group of friends/family members. It is especially nice that the dives can be captured on video or on pictures. He offers guided tours, photography, various levels of scuba diving courses, boat and shore diving. excellent experience Mahalo nui loa.

Did my Open Water recently with Dave Sanford. He is an excellent instructor and took the time to…read moreclearly explain all of the materials and objectives. He is easy to work with and an outstanding communicator. He answered emails and phone calls promptly, and was on time for each of our meetings. He was able to adjust his class to fit my schedule. My class was a one to one ratio, and you just CANNOT GET ANY BETTER than that. I still cannot understand why more people would not gravitate more towards this kind of instruction rather than the larger classes that the bigger shops tend to have. It was like having my own personal coach. I was completely at ease with him and learned a great deal. I plan to continue my education through Dave, and that says a lot.

Maui is an excellent teacher and while we were only able to do one lesson I'm really glad I did it…read more Maui takes you to an amazing spot that is perfect for learning. We went over the basics and then got to flying the kite. Maui was quick to correct exactly what I was doing wrong and helped me fix it immediately. After I had gotten proficient enough we got in the water. Maui is able to follow you in the boat and get you right back to learning. I can't imagine trying to learn in a group setting or just off the ground like some other places. I was able to keep focused on getting better. I never felt frustrated and Maui's cool attitude helped keep it fun while still being challenging. It's definitely a lot to learn but Maui got me up and riding just before the first lesson ended. I booked three lessons but the wind was too strong for the last two. Maui kept in contact the night before and the morning of to let me know the conditions weren't good for a lesson and that we would try again the next day. Unfortunately that day had even stronger winds. I appreciated that Maui made sure I was going to get the most out of the lessons instead of just going forward and struggling instead of learning.

I did my first kiteboarding lesson with Maui last week and it exceeding my expectations. Maui…read morebrought me to a great spot where he taught me to launch and fly the kite, drag my body, and get used to the kite. From there, we worked on doing power strokes and getting up on the board. By using a boat in the lessons Maui could help me relaunch the kite, follow me, and give me live pointers. I can't imagine a better way to facilitate the learning process. Thanks, Maui!

Honestly, Island Magic truly lives up to its name. It's the kind of magic that surrounds you and…read moretakes you on unforgettable adventures. We took a charter with my family, and my parents had never been on a yacht before. Seeing the joy and excitement on their faces as they enjoyed every moment was absolutely priceless. The entire day was wonderful--the beautiful sunset, the experience, and the amazing company. It was truly an unforgettable day that we will always cherish. I want to give a very special thank you to Matt and Kasey for making this day so incredibly special for our family. We are forever grateful for the wonderful memories you helped us create.

10/10 recommend Island Magic for a memorable sail while in Hawaii!…read more We had a blast with Ryan and Dana, our captains! They took care of us like we were their friends. It truly felt like we were hanging out with friends when we were on the boat. They're such fun people to be around! All while ensuring the safety of our group! We were on a bachelorette party trip so we took so many pics and they graciously offered to help us capture fun photos. So sweet and thoughtful! They picked out a great place for us to swim and jump into the ocean. They knew exactly where to go to find calm waters for us to enjoy :) they also had floaties for us so we could just relax in the water. Bonus: they pointed out dolphins and sea turtles, and even brought us closer to them (safe distance of course). It's impossible not to have a good time with Ryan and Dana! They are amazing. The boat is amazing. The hospitality is amazing. Everything about them.... AMAZING!!! Can't wait to come back and book another adventure on the ocean with them

Paddled with the 'Fossils' (60+) for the first time ever. Very welcoming. Loaned me a paddle and…read morefed me full of great tips. They even let me carry the (heavy) end of the boat. It is an amazing workout. Not too hard but definitely not for the faint of heart. Immediately bought my own paddle and I will be a regular member of Team Fossil every MWF morning. I will remember to bring my coconut water next time. Very Aloha...