2 Hour Surfing Lesson (Group or Private)
👥 Group Surf Lesson – 2 Hour Beginner Class:
This 2 hour introductory lesson focuses on giving the beginner surfer an easy approach focused on safety, fundamentals and ocean awareness. Goofy Foot’s lessons are based on easily learned instructions for paddling, navigating the surf zone, timing and catching waves, four fundamental surf stances, board maneuvering, stopping and even wiping out. Students will be provided patient professional instruction and excellent equipment.
Beginner group lessons are available to virtually everyone and there are very few limitations when considering the age (must be 9 years of age or older to join a group lesson, otherwise a private lesson is required). Prior ocean experience is not necessary. Group classes are small in size, no more than 5 students per instructor.
🌊 Group Surf Lesson Overview:
- No experience necessary
- Professional surfing instructor
- Learn paddling and standing up
- Learn the best timing of catching waves
- Booking requires a minimum of 2 people for a group lesson
- Students must be at least 9 years old, otherwise a private lesson is required
🏄 Private Surf Lesson – 2 Hour Beginner & Intermediate Class:
Private lessons offer students the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the undivided attention from one of our professional surfing instructors. Instruction is focused with an aim to provide ideal learning conditions for aspiring individuals. A private lesson will really help you take your surfing to the next level, plus it will do wonders to increase your wave count!
🌊 Private Surf Lesson Overview:
- No experience necessary
- Professional surfing instructor
- Ideal learning conditions with a private surf instructor
Goofy Foot Surf School • Maui
Winter 2026 Surf Camps
More time in the water, more confidence on the waves! Choose a beginner-friendly introduction to surfing or a progression camp designed to help you take your skills further.
3 Days • For Beginners
3-Day Beginner Surf Camp
A fun, supportive introduction for first-time and beginner surfers. Learn surfing fundamentals and ocean safety while building confidence, catching waves, and discovering the joy of surfing.
Dec 28–30 • Dec 31–Jan 2
Daily Time: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
What to Expect
- For kids and adults ages 9+
- 3 days of surfing, fun, and aloha
- Small-group instruction
- Surf fundamentals and ocean safety
- Board handling, paddling, pop-ups, and wave riding
- Instruction adapted to each surfer's experience and comfort level
- Snacks and water provided
- Goofy Foot camp diploma/certificate
5 Days • Build Your Skills
5-Day Progression Surf Camp
For surfers with some experience who are ready for the next step. Spend five consecutive days refining technique, improving wave awareness, and developing greater confidence and independence in the water.
Daily Time: 8:00–10:00 AM
What to Expect
- For kids and adults ages 9+
- 5 consecutive days of surfing
- Small-group instruction
- Skill development and technique refinement
- Wave selection, positioning, and timing
- Trimming, turning, and board control
- Improved paddling and pop-up technique
- Greater confidence and independence in the water
- Personalized feedback and coaching
- Snacks and water provided
- Goofy Foot camp diploma/certificate
December dates are in 2026; January dates are in 2027.
Special Instructions
Before you goWhere & When
8:00 am & 10:30 am.
3-Day Beginner Surf Camp:
Camp Dates: Dec. 21-23 • Dec. 24-26 • Dec. 28-30 • Dec. 31-Jan. 2
Camp Times: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
5-Day Progression Surf Camp:
Camp Dates: Dec. 21-25 • Dec. 28-Jan. 1
Camp Times: 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson time.
Meeting Location:
"Guardrails" Surf Spot, HWY 30 (mile marker 19), Lahaina, HI 96761 View Map
Guardrails is a gravel/dirt parking lot, 400 feet south of Puamana Beach Park, off of HWY 30, at Mile Marker 19. Parking is roadside parking. Look for and meet by the lone tree near the cement road barriers. You will see staff with boards near the tree.
Please note:
There is no cell phone service in this area, so please confirm the location prior to the time of your lesson. Please also complete your electronic liability waiver prior to leaving/arriving to your lesson due to no cell service at the surf spot. The electronic waiver will be in your confirmation email that you will receive after booking your lesson.
Restrictions
Winter 2026 Surf Camp Cancellation, Enrollment & Weather Policy:
72-Hour Cancellation Policy: Surf camp reservations are subject to a 72-hour cancellation policy. To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start time of camp. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the start of camp are non-refundable, except in the event of a qualifying medical issue. A doctor's note is required for consideration of a medical cancellation within the 72-hour window. Medical cancellations are subject to review and are not automatically guaranteed a refund.
No-Shows & Missed Camp Days: No-shows are non-refundable. If a camper arrives late, misses a day, or is unable to participate for personal reasons, the missed time or day is non-refundable.
Early Withdrawal From Camp: Once camp has begun, no refunds will be provided for a camper who chooses to discontinue participation, including but not limited to loss of interest, fatigue, scheduling conflicts, or a change in personal plans. If a camper needs to leave camp for a medical reason, please contact the camp manager. Any refund or credit in this circumstance will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may require documentation from a medical professional.
Minimum Enrollment: All camp sessions are subject to a minimum enrollment requirement. Goofy Foot Surf School reserves the right to cancel a camp session if the minimum enrollment requirement is not met. If Goofy Foot cancels a camp session due to insufficient enrollment, affected customers will be contacted as soon as possible and offered the option to reschedule or receive a full refund for the canceled session.
Weather & Ocean Conditions: If weather or ocean conditions are determined to be unsafe and a scheduled camp day cannot operate, the owner or manager of Goofy Foot Surf School will contact the customer to arrange a make-up day or rescheduled session whenever possible. If a scheduled camp day is canceled due to unsafe weather or ocean conditions and the customer chooses not to reschedule, a refund of 25% of the total camp price will be issued for each affected day.
Changes to Camp Schedule or Location: Camp schedules, lesson locations, and activities may be adjusted when necessary due to weather, ocean conditions, safety considerations, or operational needs. Goofy Foot Surf School will make every reasonable effort to provide the advertised camp experience while maintaining the safety of our campers and instructors.
Special Notes
This beach park offers picnic tables, barbecue pits and a couple porta potties for public use.
There are no public restrooms available at this location other than the porta potties, and there is no running water. Water refill stations for drinking water are not available at this beach.
We recommend that you bring water and snacks/lunch. It is a beautiful beach to relax and swim after your lesson.