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Poipu Beach Surf School

Hoowili Rd, Poipu, Kauai, HI
808-652-9590
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Ranked #12 of 13 attractions in Poipu
4.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Type: Surf Camps
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Southlake
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

located at the Marriott /Poipu . nice area to learn, although go when the wind is down. Doug was an excellent instructor More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We enjoyed the two hour surfing lesson taught by Treston very much! He was encouraging and patient and helpful. It wasn't as hard as it looks to get up although it is a great upper body workout and you should be sure to apply plenty of sunscreen to the backs of your legs. There is a coupon available for this... More

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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

These instructors teach everyone, young and old. They are very patient and try hard to be sure everyone has a safe, but fun time. You will be tired at the end! More

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Boise, Idaho, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

We enrolled our grand kids and kids in this one sunny day. What a hoot. Not for me, but for the younger generation! More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

Yes there are rocks at the end of the end of the beach where the lessons take place, but you have plenty of time to turn around before that. These guys were very dedicated and got our 6, 9 and 12 year old daughters up surfing so quickly. The waves in this part of the beach are perfect to learn... More

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

A bit dangerous for surfers, but is great fun to do! :) More

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See 2 more reviews by Sirani M for Poipu
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

The surf school is run out of a tent on Poipu Beach. The instructor was fun and got all three of us to ride the waves (10 year old son and my wife and I). We did have a little issue with the equipment, but our instructor quickly resolved that. This is a small business and does seem a little... More

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Madison, WI
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
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The school is set up beneath a small tent near the Marriott. They greeted us warmly. Got us set up with boards, rash guards, and swim shoes. We had one instructor for a family of 5 (which seemed fine). He was a little goofy, though and could not keep our names straight. He provided us with a ~10 minute lesson... More

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Austin, TX
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
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Ok, here's the deal. You go surf with these folks and they will take you to the beach right in front of Kiahuna Plantation. This beach has sharp rocks that start at the water's edge. Definitely wear something to protect your feet. Also be prepared to tumble right onto those same sharp rocks when you fall off your board (which... More

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Macomb, Michigan
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
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Lesson was set up by the concierge desk at the Grand Hyatt Kauai. Staff and Equipment were acceptable. The location - Poipu Beach, despite being convenient for those staying on the south shore, is terrible for beginners. Big Rocks just below the surface. Even with the required surf shoes, I split open my big toe as well as rashed up... More

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