Big Kahuna Adventures Maui

Big Kahuna Adventures Maui

Big Kahuna Adventures Maui
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Surfing & WindsurfingWater SportsStand Up PaddleboardingKayaking & Canoeing
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
About
Aloha All, We're a full-service Surf School offering Surf Lessons, SUP lessons, and rentals, Surfboard rentals, SUP rentals Maui's biggest little surf school! We're located on Maui's South shore in Kalama Park south of the big whale statue. Open 6 days a week. We aim to Please!
Kihei, Hawaii

Awards
Travelers' Choice
2024

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Julia T
Albany, OR2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
I signed up for a group lesson in December. I was notified that I was the only person who signed up for that day's group lesson. Jessie, the instructor, still gave me the lesson on the same day with no extra charge. The land lesson was helpful for feeling prepared when we hit the water. Once in the water, he gave me specific tips and formative feedback to improve my technique. He was also very encouraging and would tell me what I was doing well. By the end of the 2- hour lesson, I had surfed 8 waves (out of the nearly 20 I attempted) without falling off. This may not sound like a lot, but it meant the world to me- each one was exhilarating! This is even more special considering prior to this lesson the closest I had been to a surfboard was watching Lilo & Stitch. I was super happy with my experience and definitely felt like I got my money's worth. One thing to note is that Big Kahuna in Kihei does not have a storefront. They operate out of a truck that has all of the gear you will need inside of it that is parked at the beach. I was able to store my stuff inside the truck, which was locked during the lesson, and I changed out of my wet swimsuit afterwards in a public restroom at the beach. If you are looking for a beginner lesson in Maui, I highly recommend Big Kahuna Adventures.
Written December 26, 2021
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drahbany
Lyons, CO1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Family
Small group of five students to one instructor was very helpful in getting everyone the attention they needed to be successful. Every student stood up and surfed waves!

Friendly instructor and great location to learn.

Recommend verifying pricing for all rentals and classes before committing. They don't have a store front and their pricing is not accurately disclosed on their website.
Written July 31, 2021
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Robin B
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Family
These guys are AMAZING! All about getting everyone comfortable on the board, helping you get up to catch waves, and having the best time out on the water.

Bryan, our instructor, had our 14yr laughing, catching and riding waves, while putting a huge smile on his face. Rory took amazing pictures all while giving us pointers to help us make get up on the waves.

All the instructors in the water were amazing and cheering for every person out on the water.

Highly recommend Big Kahuna Adventures! Mahalo!
Written September 23, 2023
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NaliPonomaroff56
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Family
I took a lesson with Jessie in May 2021 at 8am- I was nervous because I previously took a surf lesson in California about 7 years ago and wasn't able to stand on the board. Jessie was not only patient, he was encouraging and extremely helpful providing tips on what I was doing well and what I could improve on. I got up on the surfboard on my First wave! I caught quite a few waves during my lesson and couldn't be more excited! The water was about waist high and helped my anxiety about being in very deep water. I highly recommend this surf school. A few days later, I tried surfing on my own and was able to get up on the board again. My lesson was a success! Thanks Jessie!!
Written May 17, 2021
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KatherineMC21
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Family
Jesse our instructor was kind, knowledgable, and above all patient! He was able to teach every one of us (one uncoordinated over-the-hill mom and three young boys) to get up and surf by our 3rd round. The other instructor with Big Kahuna was working with a group next to us in the water, and he was also great with his group. This was the highlight of our Hawaiian vacation. The pictures and video-clips that were taken are an amazing addition to an already 5 star experience!
Written December 4, 2021
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Corrie F
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021
My 8 year old has been talking about wanting to surf, but was hesitant to do lessons at home in Huntington Beach. He was nervous but excited to try lessons with Big Kahuna. We booked a private lesson because my son is ADHD and felt it would be less down time. It was well worth the money. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Jesse was excellent! The lesson started on land then quickly moved to the water. They were in the water for the full 2 hours. Jesse was enthusiastic, but with a calm relaxing demeanor. My son was standing on the 1st wave they put him on! He was able to get up on the board on almost every single wave they put him on. We also purchased fantastic pictures from David. My son mentioned that David also gave him pointers. My son felt like he made 2 friends and was wanting to take more lessons with them! Great fun! Thank you for building his confidence to want to surf back home! David also gave us tips on things to do and places to eat…all were great suggestions!
Written August 31, 2021
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SLee2021
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021
We had a really great instructor Jesse who took great care of a family of 4 and us as a couple. He set up each of us with boards and footwear; gave us on land prep; took us to a great section of Kalama beach with good beginner waves and launches us one after another constantly for the whole lesson time. I got up on every wave as were most of the group. There was very little "down" time for Jesse but he was able to catch a couple of waves which was super inspiring as he is a talented surfer who can spin the board completely around on a small wave. The photographer David took really excellent pictures. All in all, a really great time for everyone!
Written July 1, 2021
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geoffdenington
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
Had an awesome morning surfing with my wife! Instructor was great very friendly and a good teacher. My wife had never surfed before and was nervous to try. She had a blast and before lesson was over was standing up and riding the waves. If wanting to take surf lessons in Kihei I would highly recommend Big Kahuna Adventure 🤙 They also offer other water activities to do if surfing isn’t your thing
Written February 18, 2023
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Erica w
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Family
Booked a two hour private surf lesson for my 15 year old. The instructor had him up on his board and riding waves right away. The one-on-one personal instruction made every minute valuable. These guys have experience, skills, and personality - next time maybe I’ll try it myself!
Written April 10, 2022
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manager841
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Family
The instructors at Big Kahuna did an outstanding job with our large group of first-time surfers! We had an awesome morning of surfing and were even joined by a turtle at one point! The team was patient and thorough and made sure everyone stayed safe. We ranged in age from 9 - 43 and everyone was able to ride some waves. This was absolutely a highlight of our vacation and we are looking forward to being able to do it again!
Written September 6, 2021
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