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.
“The instructor was very professional, thorough in his teaching & patient with the student while surfing. The surf class was worth every penny. Thank you.”
A private 90-minute surfing lesson in Hanalei Bay with water-safety trained instructors, top boards and gear, and coaching built for all ages.
“Fantastic 1:1 teaching - a great way to surf for the first time. We really appreciated the ability to adapt to our skill level.”
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.
“Amazing Day! I was afraid that we’d be in deep water but the deepest was about 5 feet. I saw so many fish and others saw plenty of turtles. We didn’t catch dinner as it was just a day after the rains but it was still worthwhile. If you have any doubt - just do…”
Kauai semi-private surf lesson for beginners with pro coaching, crowd-timed waves, and gear included near Koloa for 90 minutes.
“Great time! My son was happy. We had a great time, ready for the pros. We had fun and the water was great.”
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.
“Matt was excellent with my daughter and very knowledgeable and excited to teach. He gave her praise and tips on how to improve”
