Kauai · WORKSHOPS
11 reviewed
The shortlist we’d hand a friend flying into Lihue: 11 workshops worth the money, each with its price, its verdict from the people who went, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Learn surfing at Poipu Beach with pro coaches. Land drills, friendly water practice, 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.”
Private 90-minute Hanalei Bay surf lesson with top gear, water-safety coaching, and sandy-bottom waves for first-timers and repeat surfers.
“Nick, was a great in instructor I am 63 years old and he made me feel like a kid again surfing he was very knowledgeable and showed the aloha spirit”
Beginner-friendly Kauai group surf lesson with Hawaiian Style Surfing. Small groups, gear included, and 90 minutes near Po‘ipū.
“I had a fantastic surfing lesson with Adam! The 1.5-hour session at Poipu Beach was the perfect amount of time to learn and have fun without feeling exhausted. The location was super convenient, and the waves were more challenging than usual, which made the experience even more rewarding. Adam was extremely patient, highly skilled, and kept everyone feeling safe and encouraged throughout. I learned a lot and felt much more confident by the end of the lesson. I would highly recommend Adam to anyone looking for a professional, positive surfing experience!”
Beginner spearfishing on Kauai at Anini Beach: 45-min shore class, guided reef shots, gear included (bring fins), small-group $125.
“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 it!”
Learn to surf in Kauai on beginner waves with a max-two, semi-private lesson. Includes board and rash guard; pro coaching and crowd-smart timing.
“Fabulous! The instructor spent plenty of time on land giving instructions and practicing then when I to the water to help each person catch each wave. We had semi private lessons ( two people with one instructor). I highly recommend doing this exclusions. Well worth the money!”
Learn to surf at Kalapaki Bay in 90 minutes. Small groups, pro coaching, all gear included, and classic Kauai wave know-how.
“Great beginner surf lessons for a 19 & a 21 yr old! Lots of fun in a good setting.”
Semi-private surf lessons in Poipu, Kauai with 2–3 people per session, about 60 minutes in the water, and coaching from top instructors.
“We had a great experience with our surf lessons at Poipu Surf! Chris made the process easy to understand and Jimmy was a fantastic coach in the water to help us catch the best waves successfully. If you’re looking for great beginner surf lessons this is the place to go!”
Hands-on Kauai cooking class in Koloa making musubi, somen salad, ahi poke, and butter mochi. Small group, 3 hours, $173.
“What a great cooking experience! Aletha was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. Great atmosphere and very fun. Mahalo”
Small-group beginner surf lesson at Kalapaki Beach on Kauai. Protected waves, top gear, and clear coaching in about 1.5 hours.
“Beautiful beach. Waves our further, can’t walk out, so compared to Hannalei and Poipu, the kids don’t catch as many waves, but the waves are longer. Way less crowded than the other surf school spots, though. Even with a cruise ship docked.”
A 90-minute private surf lesson in Koloa with land drills, one-on-one coaching, and included board and rash guard, for most skill levels.
“Matt was excellent with my daughter and very knowledgeable and excited to teach. He gave her praise and tips on how to improve”
A 3-hour Kauai private chef cooking class with Chefs Andy and Sam. Local ingredients, farm-to-table meals, and sometimes hands-on sushi.
“Andy gave us an unforgettable dining experience while our family was in Kauai on vacation. His years of culinary experience in education was a treat to watch and made us all wish we had that talent. Thank you Andy for the amazing food and incredible service! Can’t wait to do it again.”
