We are a locally owned company with experienced trained instructor's that love to share the ocean. We start off with a short beach lesson on how to paddle and stand up. A short instruction on the (line up) where we sit to catch waves and paddling procedure. Your instructors will be with you the whole way helping you catch waves. Professional instructors for a quality experience is our motto. Our time duration are 1.5 hour lessons, but we can make custom duration lessons upon request. We utilize 3 different surfing locations all within 1 mile (1.61 km) of each other. We will always contact you the day before the lesson to ensure you have the correct directions. All locations are searchable on google maps. 1st Location is Chuns Reef, 2nd location is Puaena Point 3rd location is kaika bay beach park. We always choose the best surfing spot and that is what makes the DFC surfing academy the best!
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1: Puaʻena Point Beach Park, Kahalewai Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
2: Puaʻena Point Beach Park, Kahalewai Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
1 hour 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Nettie_L
We arrived early to ensure we knew where to go. Looked around for 45 minute and couldn’t find anyone. No signs. Left several messages. They replied back that their network was down, they didn’t know they had a booking. I booked back in December as it was a Christmas present.
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Posted On : 2024-03-05
Posted By : Austin_F
This was my first time surfing, and I had Matt as my surfing instructor. He is AWESOME and made the whole experience educational and fun. We spent a few minutes going over proper form and technique before heading out into the water, and I was able to catch a wave on my very first attempt. Such a great feeling! The coral/rocks underwater are sharp in some spots, so do your best to not get scratched up if you can. You might also get a little board rash and a few bruises when you keep surfing as a beginner, but they subside within a few days. Well worth it, though! I'd highly recommend this experience to anyone who's interested in surfing, and you have to request Matt as your instructor.
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Posted On : 2024-01-29
Posted By : Brett_C
Slow start but an amazing day. My 10 yr old daughter and I decided to take surf lessons on our first trip to Hawaii. We signed up for this from Canada before the trip with no knowledge of surfing or the area but got really lucky with this company and specifically the surf guide. The slow start was due to a previous lesson running late then the guide arriving half an hour later than advised. We took the time to sit near the beach and watch the other surf lessons, these were largely made up of guides that were young surfers that spent most of the time staring at the young women and talking openly about who they wanted most when the girls were out of earshot. When our guide showed up he was an older surf veteran with a great attitude and a ton motivation. Matthew (our guide) explained everything and was completely focused on helping us surf and learn as much as possible. He was the best in the water at finding the perfect spot to read and catch waves. We we're incredibly lucy to have ended up with Matthew and if we're ever back for lessons again he'll be our first call. 5 stars experience.
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Posted On : 2024-01-25
Posted By : Alexis_W
This was a great experience! Matthew was fun, patient, and a great teacher for beginners. He made surfing simple and cheered us on the whole time. This was an unforgettable experience!
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Posted On : 2023-11-11
Posted By : Leigh_C
It was nice to get away from the crowds at Waikiki and enjoy a quieter lesson. Anita was great, the water was perfect and hanging at the north shore afterward for the day made the best experience
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Posted On : 2023-08-06
Posted By : Mandy_M
Instructor was passive aggressive and rude. Saw other instructors around us who were very encouraging, energetic and kind.
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Posted On : 2023-06-25
Posted By : Joshua_I
This group of instructors was phenomenal. We are a big family of six with huge age ranges and they did a fantastic job with all of us. We had so much fun learning and riding the waves. Safety was very important to them and Jacob was very informative. Would absolutely do it again.
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Posted On : 2023-05-23
Posted By : Susan_H
Our instructor, Sterling, was excellent and informative and patient. I received answers to questions prior to surfing very quickly. The water wasn't too deep and we didn't have to go too far off shore so I wasn't as scared as I thought I would be. The waves were just right.
This is a nice place to snorkle, too, with a lot of sea turtles. There are outside showers to wash off afterward and an area to change into dry clothes. We really enjoyed this experience. Surfing was a lot more physical than I imagined so do your yoga, stretching and strengthen your arms to get in shape before you go!
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Posted On : 2023-05-01
Posted By : Caroline_C
Jacob was an amazing instructor! He did a great job of going over safety in the water and taught me many things about types of boards and water conditions. I would definitely recommend working with him
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Posted On : 2023-04-25
Posted By : Kelley_H
Matt was awesome! Very knowledgeable and patient with all of us! My 14 year old caught some great waves! Thank you so much!
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Posted On : 2023-04-11
