KAUAI
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The 10 most popular workshops in Kauai. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Learn to surf at Poipu Beach with small-group coaching, full safety guidance, and all gear included for about 90 minutes.
“It was perfect. The coach was amazing. Patient. Funny and I met new people. I didn’t realize how much I am out of shape but nonetheless I had A Fun Time!!! the water temperature was perfect. The coach showed me what I have to work on. Everyone else during the tour picked it up. Fantastic…”
A private 90-minute surfing lesson in Hanalei Bay with water-safety trained instructors, top boards and gear, and coaching built for all ages.
“Check in was simple and friendly. And Patrick, our surf guide, was great. Extremely friendly and fun, he made us feel very comfortable. Word to the wise, don't worry if there's rain in the forecast. We got rained on in the water and it was actually pretty magical. And we were plenty warm from the…”
Kauai beginner surf lesson in a small group with included board and rash guard, ocean safety coaching, and chances to stand up.
“Awesome surfing lesson! Would recommend to anyone who wants a cool experience. Tom was an awesome instructor!”
Learn beginner spearfishing on Kauai with a master class, guided reef session, and small-group coaching at Anini Beach.
“Fun experience if you want to try spearfishing took 3 teens and they loved it would do it again in future”
Kauai semi-private surf lesson for beginners with pro coaching, crowd-timed waves, and gear included near Koloa for 90 minutes.
“We had a great surf experience. My kiddo loved her time and she can't wait to get back out there and keep on learning soon! Little too much time on the shore (we got super hot) but overall it was a fantastic experience. Would highly recommend!”
Semi-private Kauai surf lessons in Poipu with 60 minutes in the water, boards and leashes included for ages 6+
“My 21 yr old and 19 yr old children did the surfing. Both instructors were incredible. Travis did a fantastic job explaining how to surf. Strict when he was going over important steps and funny and joking with the not so serious steps. He was with my kids the entire time. They really loved surfing…”
A small-group cooking class on Kauai’s South Shore where you make musubi, somen salad, poke, and butter mochi plus get take-home recipes.
“Such a fun way to spend a few hours making Hawaiian style foods and learning about Kauai. We made 4 different dishes of which we’ll be making again once home. The kitchen was clean and everything was prepared ahead of time for ease and efficiency. We participated in putting together the dishes and then tasted…”
Learn to surf in Kauai’s protected Kalapaki Bay with a small-group lesson, expert coaching, and top gear. Beginner-friendly in 90 minutes.
“We had a GREAT time! Krishon was our instructor and he was so knowledgeable! He was patient with us and totally supportive. He helped us catch good waves - which we could not have done without help. We feel grateful to have taken the lesson. Totally worth it. We also rented beach chairs and an…”
Surf lesson at Kauai’s Kalapaki Beach in a small group with gear. 1.5 hours, $104 per person, beginner-friendly coaching.
“Our surf instructor Christian explained everything to us brilliantly and took plenty of time. Highly recommended for beginners!”
A 90-minute private surf lesson in Koloa, Kauai with hands-on coaching, safety basics, and loaner gear—best for beginners to intermediates.
“My daughter’s private lesson was awesome! She shook the dust off and was catching all her waves in minutes. She wanted to book another lesson immediately!”
