Best Surfing in Hawaii — Top 5 Ranked
5 operators ranked · Updated 2026
#1
Hans Hedemann Surf School
Oahu · $75–$400
Established Waikiki school. Locations in Waikiki, Kahala, North Shore. Private with Hans $400.
$75
starting
#2
North Shore Oahu Surf School
Oahu · $100–$225
North Shore at Chun's Reef. 100% stand-up guarantee. FareHarbor confirmed.
$100
starting
#3
Jamie O'Brien School of Surf
Oahu · $85–$209
Pro surfer Jamie O'Brien's branded school at Twin Fin Waikiki. 90-min lessons at Publics.
$85
starting
#4
Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy
Maui · $125–$175
Hawaiian-owned, since 1998. 'Powered by FareHarbor' in footer.
$125
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$55
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