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    Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy

    1,636 Reviews
    #13 of 115 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Lahaina
    Outdoor Activities, Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, More
    505 Front Street, Located in the Shops at 505, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761-1208
    Open today: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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    “Amazing, beyond my expectations!!!”

    I am so glad I did this! Josh my instructor was amazing and actually got me surfing. My small group... read more

    Reviewed yesterday
    Annya D
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    Liskeard, United Kingdom
    “Perfect”

    Love the whole team there. Especially, my coach Josh, and office manager David. A wonderful... read more

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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Jason Y
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    Hong Kong, China
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    Expert instructors and professional surfers teach you to ride a wave on your first lesson! We accept all skill levels from first time non swimming surfers to intermediate and advanced surfers looking to improve their surfing or just looking for...more
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    Hours Today: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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    Suggested duration: 2-3 hours
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    505 Front Street, Located in the Shops at 505, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761-1208
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    Reviewed yesterday
    Amazing, beyond my expectations!!!

    I am so glad I did this! Josh my instructor was amazing and actually got me surfing. My small group lesson was very well organised, instructions were clear and concise and I had loads of encouragement.

    Thank Annya D
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Perfect

    Love the whole team there. Especially, my coach Josh, and office manager David. A wonderful experience for me and my son. Will be back again if in Maui !

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    Thank Jason Y
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great day for the whole family

    we had a great day learning how to surf with these guys. Friendly guide in a great spot. Will definitely do it again on our next visit.

    Thank michael v
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Surf lessons

    Super time with the gang at Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy. Great pictures and great time surfing. Was able to get up on the first try! I would pick this again to take lessons!

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    Thank William B
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Especially good with kids

    This was our second time with Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy and we really appreciate their new location right on the beach. The staff are really helpful and clearly love what they do. They were so encouraging with our 13 year old daughter and had her...More

    Thank Sally T
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Best time Ever

    Josh and Adam were the best surf teachers. All 7 of us (age range of 6 to 45) had an awesome time surfing.

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    Thank brendakaymeyer
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Good place, good instructors, good time

    everything worked well for us. we learned to surf and enjoyed the time. The beach is busy, so you have to be careful at times with the number of people surfing.

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    Thank parya2018
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy - wonderful!

    Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy - Josh was wonderful! My teen had a blast and as an overprotective parent I felt she was safe and in good hands!

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    Thank lisasV6327ZQ
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Amazing experience!

    My three boys, ages 14 and 12 were given a amazing experience. The surf instructor, Chad, was attentive and made sure they were comfortable on the board before having to stand up. One of my sons had anxiety about the entire experience, but soon after...More

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    Thank Grace L
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Amazing lesson!

    Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy is an excellent place to learn how to surf! Our group lesson with Chris was super fun! He is an awesome coach!

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    Elaine K
    July 9, 2018|
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    Response from RHSAcademy | Property representative |
    Aloha and thank you for your question! We have a minimum requirement age for our group lessons(10yrs old) but we can be flexible with age on a private lesson. A group lesson consist of up to 5 students per one instructor. A... More
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    davedianne718
    June 3, 2018|
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    Response from localsurfing | Property representative |
    We are located right in Lahaina town, about 5-10min walk from the harbor area. Our group rates are 75$ per person but if you give us a call, we can give you a family rate! You can also check out our website! Mahalo Nui
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    November 2, 2017|
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    Cancellations: Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather and other unforeseen circumstances, such as... More
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