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Group Surf Lesson in Waikiki

Mickey's group surf lessons never combine you with strangers like the other surf schools. The focus is on the quality of the surf lesson and not the quantity. Mickey always goes above and beyond for his group surf lessons.

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Surf Lesson Details

ALL LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE everyday from 6am – 10:30PM

PRICE

$100.00 – 60 min.

$125.00 – 90 min.

AGES

All ages are welcome.

INSTRUCTION

4-6 students & 1 surf instructor.

SKILL LEVEL

All skill levels are welcome.

LOCATION

Waikiki Beach

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Group lessons are social, supportive, and fun. You’ll learn alongside others at a similar level, which helps take the pressure off and keeps the energy light. Instruction is shared, but the focus stays on building confidence, getting comfortable in the water, and having a positive first experience surfing in Waikiki.

Lesson Overview

What is a Group Surf Lesson with Mickey?

WHO IS A GROUP SURF LESSON FOR

This lesson is for first-time surfers who want a fun, social introduction to surfing. It’s ideal for people who feel more comfortable learning alongside others.

WHY CHOOSE A GROUP SURF LESSON

Group lessons create a relaxed and encouraging environment. Learning with others helps reduce pressure and keeps the experience light, especially if it’s your first time in the ocean.

HOW DO GROUP SURF LESSONS WORK

You learn alongside a small group with one instructor guiding everyone.

Demonstrations and feedback are shared, with plenty of time to practice and get comfortable on the board.

LEARNING WITH YOUR FRIENDS IS A BLAST

Group lessons focus on building confidence, understanding the basics, and enjoying the experience. Progress happens naturally as you learn, laugh, and surf together.

Group Surf Lesson Prices

IN WAIKIKI Honolulu HAWAII

The prices below reflect typical group surf lesson rates in Waikiki and Honolulu, shown for general comparison. Group lessons are usually the most accessible option for first-time surfers, with pricing influenced by lesson length, group size, and instructor availability.

Mickey Group surf Lesson Prices

60-minute group surf lesson: $100 per person

90-minute group surf lesson: $125 per person

Average Group surf Lesson Prices

The prices below are only average group lesson prices in Waikiki and Hawaii, shown for general comparison.

60-minute group surf lesson: $70–$100 per person

90-minute group surf lesson: $90–$125 per person

Extended group surf lesson (2 hours): $120–$150 per person

KEY DETAILS

Group lessons are typically 60–90 minutes in duration

Instruction is shared among multiple students in the same session

Lessons include a land-based briefing and guided time in the water

Surfboard, leash, and rash guard are included

Instruction focuses on safety, fundamentals, and wave familiarity

A secure place to store personal items is available

Pricing may increase during peak seasons or high-demand time slots

Lesson Reviews

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Booking Form

If you’re not sure which surf lesson is right for you, see our full breakdown of Waikiki Surf Lesson Types and Pricing. Otherwise, fill out the form and Mickey will contact you as soon as possible.

What to Bring

YOU DONT NEED MUCH BUT DONT SUNBURN!

Wear a swimsuit. The water stays warm year-round!

Bring a towel and bring reef-safe sunscreen please!

We provide the proper surfboard, leash & rash guard.

We provide a secure place for your personal items.

Ready to Surf ?

Mickey always strives to give you the time of your life – no matter the age or skill level.

Land & Water Instruction

Group surf lessons combine structured beach instruction with coached water time, giving students a clear foundation on land and guided practice in the ocean. Instruction focuses on core mechanics, safe positioning, and repeatable technique while maintaining an efficient group flow.

Surf students practicing pop-up technique during land instruction in Waikiki

Personalized land-based instruction

Group land instruction at Waikiki Beach covering board positioning, stance, paddling mechanics, and pop-up sequence before entering the water.

Surf students practicing surf stance and balance on surfboards during land instruction at Waikiki Beach

Focused pop-up and technique drills

Small-group drills on pop-up timing, foot placement, and balance to build consistency and faster progression.

Surf instructor guiding a student while riding a wave during private water instruction in Waikiki

Active in-water coaching

Students are assisted into waves with real-time feedback on positioning, timing, and body mechanics.

Young surfer riding a wave independently after water instruction in Waikiki

Progressive independence and confidence

Ride waves independently as instructors monitor technique, offer adjustments, and increase challenge as skills improve.

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Surf Lessons FAQ

Group surf lessons often raise questions about who you will be surfing with, how instruction is shared, and whether safety and progress are still prioritized in a group setting. This FAQ explains how group surf lessons in Waikiki are structured, how groups are formed, what supervision looks like in the water, and what to expect so you can decide if a group lesson is the right fit and arrive confident and prepared.

No, not typically. Group lessons are usually booked as a private group, meaning you are learning with your own friends, family, or travel group rather than joining a random class. If you are booking as one person, you can choose a private lesson or ask about the best available option for your situation.

Group lessons are designed for people who are already arriving together as a group. If you are booking solo or as a pair, a private or semi-private lesson is usually the better fit because instruction can be paced entirely around you.

A group lesson is generally a shared lesson format for multiple students learning together at a common pace. A family lesson is structured specifically for parents and kids in the same session, with instruction adjusted by age, confidence, and comfort level so everyone stays included and supported.

Group lessons start with a safety and ocean briefing, then land-based coaching on stance, pop-up mechanics, and board control. In the water, the instructor organizes turns and positioning so everyone gets guided practice, clear feedback, and time riding waves while the session stays structured and safe.

No. Mickey brings the boards to the beach near the entry point, close to where you will paddle out. You can focus on instruction and getting comfortable rather than hauling equipment across Waikiki Beach.

We provide surfboards, leashes, and rash guards for the lesson, plus a safe place to store personal items. Bring swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, and water. If you have questions about sun protection or comfort, ask before your lesson and you will be advised on what to bring.