Thank you SO much!! My kids had a blast and can't wait to do it again…read more 10/10.... Let's do it again, now - 16 yo boy It was fun! I'd try it again - 12 yo girl If I lived here I'd do this everyday - 11 yo girl Our instructor was kind and patient and fun. I'm grateful to DFC for sharing their passion with my family. Mahalo!

Booked a surfing lesson with this place and I would definitely do it again. Jacob, our instructor…read morewas very patient with us and was such a professional. My friend and I never surfed before and we were both very nervous! First wave we caught was such an adrenaline rush but we started on our knees. When we finally got comfortable, we started to stand! There were lot of people surfing but other than that we had an awesome experience! Thanks Jacob for being there making sure we caught the best waves and giving us a push!

If you are a weirdo living in Los Angeles who has never surfed, visiting Hawaii and taking a lesson…read morewith Ray is a good way to start. Not only are the waters warmer and the need for a wet suit eliminated, but Ray is a great teacher. He'll meet you at an easy landmark and then you'll follow him to one of the "beginner" beaches for your lesson. He'll give you a simple lesson on the sand for about 10 minutes, emphasizing the simple but important ways to surf successfully. Then, it's into the water! With continued support and encouragement--and not a hint of frustration, he'll get you on your first wave, second wave... sixth wave. And, like any good teacher, give you some positive reinforcement for what you did well on each run followed by ways to get even better. And, if you ask questions, he'll have an answer--or text you later with one. Bottom line: Why take an overpriced, impersonal lesson in Waikiki when you can take one with Ray and get more for less on a more relaxed beach? Better yet, you can continue your travels up the westward side of the island after your lesson and see the beauty that lies beyond Waikiki!

Bought a groupon and scheduled u son/friend for a 2 hour lesson. It seemed a little sketchy bc we…read moremet at a different location. However, Ray was very nice. The boys had a great lesson. Tons of time in the water trying to catch a wave! The price was great! I would recommend to anyone wanting a fair price to learn to surf.

I spent a 6 days with Lani Surf, in December, 2022. The house is a dream, right on the beach, with…read moreprivate beach access. Everything was very comfortable and homey and I enjoyed spending time reading and relaxing at the house. Surf lessons with Kailani were fantastic - as a total beginner, he got me up, riding waves on the first lesson. He coached me through "negative self talk" and through the physical discomfort of getting into a new, physically demanding sport. Kailani is a great guy, and a super instructor. I loved my stay overall, and would recommend it to anyone!

What an amazing trip yet again! I came to Oahu North Shore a few years ago to relax my mind,…read moreunwind, enjoy the beauty that is Hawaii, and to surf. I was so blown away by my stay with Kailani at his beautiful home right on the beach that I booked another trip this year for me and my son who has never surfed before or been to Hawaii. Kailani was so kind, patient and easy going with my son who was only 7 years old that all I heard on our return to California was when will we come back ! The memories we made in Oahu will always be in my family's heart and we can't wait to come back.

We were introduced to Jamie by a friend familiar with the North Shore surf community. Jamie agreed…read moreto teach our teen son his first surf lesson with about one day's notice. He was patient and supportive and we are grateful for the opportunity.

Jamie sterling Should be the official state representative for the state of Hawaii . He is very…read moreprofessional , yet very unpretentious . We would recommend his services to anyone seeking adventurous and safe guidance regarding the big water experience of Hawaii . Hanson Palms.

I had my first ever surf experience and lesson with Lawrence. He was a patient and fun instructor…read more I was able to catch a wave on my first try thanks to his help. It was an experience I'll treasure forever.

Ethan and densen the guys were awesome they let us sneak in a few minutes early is that bad to say…read morethat you let us get in a few minutes early

I found Zack through a chance recommendation from a local tour guide, and his coaching turned out…read moreto be the perfect match for improving my surfing skills. What sets Zack apart is his methodical approach - before even entering the water, he had me sit to observe the waves and other surfers, providing valuable context through years of practice and wisdom. His teaching technique corrected several bad habits I'd picked up from previous coaches. He taught me to properly maneuver my board, when to sit and relax, and to always LOOK UP! and focus on the coconut trees :D for direction. His exceptional intuition of the water made me feel completely safe so that I can focus on the things I can control and the skills I want to develop. Thanks to Zack's guidance, I surprised myself by standing up and riding several waves with ease. Beyond our one-on-one session, I noticed his generosity in offering tips to other surfers nearby. The personalized attention and expert instruction made this 1:1 session absolutely worth booking for anyone looking to genuinely improve their surfing skills and of course to have a good time. Mahalo Zack! ‍‍​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Zach and his team made our surfing experience phenomenal…read more The communication was very prompt and detailed. My young (4 year old) son had a BLAST with Zach as his instructor. Zach did really well listening to the kiddo and showing him how to be comfortable and have fun learning to surf. My teenager cousin and I also felt like we were in capable hands and had a lot of fun. We're considering seeing if we can squeeze in a second session on this trip.

Oahu Ocean Edventures offers a different kind of Hawaii experience -- an educational one…read more I worked with Don Isaacs, the CEO of the company, to develop a course for my wife who is intimidated by the minute-by-minute unpredictability of the ocean. He was not only receptive, but motivated and appreciative to work with her, as he is concerned by the number of people who live here who lack a sufficient ocean education. This gets to his vision for his company and for the island population -- to educate people on water safety though experiencing the water! This isn't just some tourist surf instructor, you work with highly experienced, highly educated people who are passionate about educating people on how the ocean works, why it does what it does, and how to have fun without compromising safety. I booked my wife for a two-hour course, one hour classroom-type education, and one-hour practical in the water. Don's passion for the topic actually resulted in a three-hour course, equally split between water and 'classroom' work. She loved it. The course met exactly what she was looking for, and delivered with the expertise expected of an experienced professional. We will absolutely use them again for future recreational or educational needs!

Don is a wonderful and patient swimming instructor. My kids always look forward to seeing him for…read moretheir weekly swimming lesson. We have been through a couple other swim instructors through other referrals but Don makes swimming enjoyable and is very encouraging. Thanks Don!

Both Kalani and Keoni are amazing instructors! They both ensured our safety and supplied any and…read moreall equipment for my group's first time experience with surfing. From the beginning until the end of the lesson, they were both encouraging and extremely supportive. They stressed the importance of being patient, going at your own pace, having fun, all while placing safety above everything else. If you have any concerns, be at ease. You'll be in great hands, catch some waves and have an amazing experience! And I say this as a person who doesn't even know how to swim! This was definitely the highlight of my vacation!

Keoni and Kalani are top notch instructors. Humble, friendly, and helpful…read more They made great use of the time and tailored the experience to my ability level. I signed up for a two hour group lesson since I haven't surfed in years, and the second hour I got the pleasure of surfing 1x1 with Keoni. They do some brief on-shore instruction at the beginning and get you in the water and on waves super quickly. Then it's pretty much a revolving door of action from there on out, allowing you to ride as many sets as possible during the session. The guys clearly have a love for what they do, and I saw them helping customers from other schools in between waves, which goes to show their passion and kindness. Really enjoyed talking to both of them during and after the lesson, and grateful to have crossed paths. Highly recommend these guys!