All Reviews for Stand Up Paddle Rental & Lessons

Wow! what an entertainer Harry was & related so well to us being Aussies & accustomed to the surfing fraternity. We're recently retired & I was on crutches after an operation & nothing was too much trouble. He made special trip in between activities to come & pick me up from Waimea Falls to save me walking. We couldn't praise him enough. Go Harry!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for a wonderful insight into life on the North Shore of Oahu.

My children, aged 12 and 8, participated in private surfing lessons. Even without being able to speak English, they were able to enjoy the lessons and had a great time surfing. It was their first time surfing, but the waves in Waikiki are definitely recommended for beginners! They were able to ride the waves right away! Thanks to this, we were very satisfied! My kids have come to love surfing!

子ども、12歳と8歳とプライベートサーフィンレッスンに参加してきました。英会話できなくても、レッスン受けられる、楽しくサーフィンレッスン受けられ、子供達は、
サーフィン初めてでしたが、ワイキキの、波は初心者には、絶対オススメです！すぐに波乗りできました！
おかげで、大満足！子供達は、サーフィン大好きに、なりました！

Good Time. Had a wonderful day. The tour guide was friendly and provided a lot of interesting facts and trivia about Oahu on the drive up, as well as the trip back. Once at the North Shore the choice activities and the loosely organized agenda made for an enjoyable day. Would definitely recommend. Great value.

We were looking for a tour to see the North Shore but have the freedom to do what we want to do....we couldn't have picked a better tour. This is the perfect tour for people looking for freedom to do/go where they want. We had Sam as our tour guide, a native from Hawaii. He was informative and very the perfect style of guide for this tour. Knew what he was talking about, laid back but still detail oriented enough to handle everyone's activities and where they were. We went there the day of the Volcom Pipe Pro at the Pipeline. We rented bikes at the North Shore Surf Shop (an included activity with the tour - no extra charge) and that allowed us to go freely around. We rode up to the surf competition to watch live. The nice part was with the bikes, you were stuck in one spot the whole time. Watched the competition, then rode down the coast to Sharks Cove and Waimea Bay. It was great to have no schedule or "planned activities" when we got there. We had 3 hours to do what we want. Some wanted nothing to do with the surf competition and they could do what they want. Everyone had their own agenda and this tour worked great with it. (For a quick bite to eat, hit up Pupukea Grill. Its a food truck in Sharks Cove with a heavenly flatbread.) Met back next to Sharks Cove for the bus and rode to Haleiwa for the afternoon. Again, free time through the town to experience the city itself or do water activities at Surf N Sea. We wanted to experience the town, so we went into the surf shops, stores and walked around the town itself. (For a great sandwich, hit up Waialua Bakery and Juice Bar next to the grocery store...phenomenal.) For being a smaller town, Haleiwa is a very cool town to experience. After the town, we were to a beach to view the sea turtles that come on shore. It was amazing to see the turtles that close.

I travel to Hawaii every year, and usually, bodyboarding is my main activity. This time, I wanted to try paddleboarding, which has been gaining popularity in Japan recently. Unlike regular surfing, it was refreshing and interesting not being able to change the direction of the board with my gaze! I definitely want to participate again next year! The staff member Mieko was friendly and it was really fun! Many of the staff members spoke Japanese better than native speakers, providing attentive service and engaging conversations that made me feel comfortable! Thank you very much.

ハワイは毎年旅行で行ってますが、いつもはボディーボードがメインで、今回は最近日本で流行りつつあるパドルがやってみたくて参加しました。普段の波乗りと違って、目線で板の方向転換が出来ないのが新鮮で面白かったです！
来年も是非参加したいです！
スタッフのみえこさん気さくですごく楽しかったです！
日本語が日本人より上手なスタッフさんが多く細やかなサービスと飽きさせないトークで居心地良かったです！
ありがとうございました。

I attended with my wife. It was our first time doing stand-up paddleboarding, and we had a great time. The winter Waikiki Beach has calmer waves compared to places like Kailua, and the water is clear, allowing us to see corals and sea turtles, making it an excellent spot for beginners. It's also just a short walk from our hotel, and the lessons are brief, so it's really recommended for those looking to "experience" it.

The only complaint I have is that even though it included photo shooting, they only took pictures during the first 10 minutes of the lesson. So, we didn't get any "cool" photos when we were more comfortable. If they could have taken photos for 5 minutes at the beginning and end of the lesson, it would have been a perfect 5-star experience.

妻と参加しました。初めてのスタンドアップパドルでしたが、とても楽しめました。冬のワイキキビーチは、カイルアなどと比べると波も穏やかだし、水は澄んでいて、サンゴやウミガメが見えたりして、初心者には最高の場所かも知れません。ホテルからも歩いてすぐの距離にあって、レッスンも短時間なので本当に"体験"するにはオススメです。唯一、不満を挙げるとすると、写真撮影付きとは言え、実際に撮影してくれたのはレッスンの初めの10分間くらいなので、慣れてきた頃の"カッコいい"写真は撮って貰えなかったところです。折角だったら、レッスンの初めと終わりのそれぞれ5分間を撮って貰えたら大満足の5スターでした。

We challenged ourselves to outrigger canoe surfing with my 3-year-old daughter, who is a bit timid. She just clung on, but she really enjoyed it and has become a total canoe fan. It might seem a bit pricey for a short time, but experiences are priceless. The value of this moment is incredibly precious. Mahalo!

アウトリガーカヌー波乗りに3歳&恐がりの娘と挑戦。ちょこなんとしがみついてただけですが、娘は本当にエンジョイしてすっかりカヌーファンに。短時間で少し高いかな、と思うけど、経験に値段はない。この一瞬の価値はすごく貴重です。mahalo！

The instructor watches all the timing for catching the waves, so even complete beginners like us were able to ride easily and have fun. A separate photographer was there to capture us while we were riding the waves. It was great to receive a ROM at the end to keep a record of the experience. The actual surfing time was just under an hour, which I think was just right in terms of physical exertion! I recommend going early in the morning as the beach is less crowded then.

インストラクターの方が波に乗るタイミングを全部見てくれるので、全くの初心者の私たちでも簡単に、楽しく乗ることが出来ました。
カメラマンの方が別で付いていて波に乗れている所を撮影してくれています。最後にROMをもらえるので記録に残すこと出来て良かったです。
実質サーフィンの時間は一時間弱ですが、体力的にちょうど良かったと思います！
朝早い時間の方がビーチが空いてるそうなのでオススメです。

The instructor was very kind, and both beginners were able to catch waves right away, which was impressive. They also captured photos of us surfing on a CD. I want to try it again!

先生が大変親切で初心者２人ともすぐに波に乗れて感激しました。波乗り中の写真もＣＤに収めてくれました。又トライしたいです。

This was an awesome tour. The driver was local and gave lots of information about the area...what it used to be and what it is now. Many changes in 45 years. There was plenty of free time to explore. That was the best!

Harry is a great guide with plenty of energy, he will make sure you have a good time and show you some of the best places to hang out. You can lay on the beach and chill out of take part in a host of activities.

I took a one-hour lesson with two instructors: one taught me how to surf, and the other took photos while I was riding the waves. I'm happy to receive the pictures! One hour was just right for me. The instructor understood Japanese and taught me kindly, so I felt at ease and enjoyed myself.

サーフィンを教えて下さる方と波に乗ったのを撮って下さる方の2名体制で1時間のレッスンを受けました。写真を頂けるのは嬉しいです！私は1時間でちょうど良かったです。先生も日本語がわかる方ですし優しく教えて下さったので安心して楽しめました。

It was my first time paddle surfing! It was so much fun! Luckily, I was able to see a sea turtle, which was amazing! I also got some great photos, making for a wonderful memory. Thank you!

初めてのパドルサーフィン！とても楽しかったです！
運良くウミガメも見る事が出来て、最高でした！
写真も撮ってもらえて良い記念になりました。
ありがとうございました！

I arrived in Hawaii alone first and, feeling a bit anxious about meeting up with my friends later, I participated by myself. However, from the moment I was picked up, Mark spoke to me kindly and fluently in Japanese, which really put me at ease. The staff here are cheerful, the activities were fun, and the lunch was casual. The ocean was beautiful and it was just amazing! During free time, I could use the bodyboards as well. This is definitely a place I want to visit again; I had a great time!

先に1人でハワイにつき、後から友達と合流計画の為、不安になりながらも1人で参加しましたが、お迎えの時からマークさんが日本語も上手に優しく話しかけてくれたのでとてもホッとしました。ここのスタッフの人は明るくてアクティビティも楽しかったし、ランチも自由な感じで、海もきれくて最高でしたよ！自由時間もボディボードとか使えます。また必ず行きたいところで、楽しかった！！

The "Surf Bus" Rocked my world, got timed out and lost my heartfelt compliments. I can't rewrite my praises. It does not do justice. Going to try:
Sam was an amazing guide, the playing, eating, and listening on the North Shore, my taste of heaven. Just visualize; Sea Turtles, tidal pools and an eye to eye with an Eagle Ray, food to die for, and 1000 reasons to keep coming back. An awesome "build your own burger". Surprise yourself and go for it! Not a sit and stare tour, unless your waiting for a set, or focused on sea turtles. You still get to do your driving. Came back exhausted and completed. 50 years in and now I figure out happy. Better late than never.
Mesmerized by the bright smiles, and sense of community that emerged as we talked through our day. 20 people, 5 countries and a bevy of dialects. It was right Kraky, but no worries mate.
@Sam, the Tiki was truly over that rainbow.
Mahalo nui loa!!!

My wife and daughter (12 years old) had their first experience. Both of them were able to stand on the board and ride the waves, and they were very happy. On the way back, they even said, "I wish there were a few more big waves," which shows how impressed they were. They mentioned they definitely want to experience it again. At the beginning, there was an explanation in Japanese on the beach, which made us feel at ease even though we didn't understand English. I was just observing, but there were no additional fees, and I was able to relax and watch under a beach umbrella.

家内と娘（１２歳）が、初めての体験。２人ともボードに立って、波を乗り越えることができて、とても喜んでいました。帰り際には、「もうちょっと高い波があればいいのに」というぐらい感激。是非、また体験したいと言っていました。説明も最初、ビーチで日本語で説明があり、英語のわからない我々も安心して体験できました。また、私は見学だけだったのですが、特に追加料金も無く、ビーチパラソルの下で、ゆっくり見学することが出来ました。

Best way to visit the North Shore Area. There is so much to do on this tour I only wished it had lasted longer. We snorkeled at sharks cove where we saw beautiful fish and sea turtles, swam under a waterfall at Waimea Valley, visited sunset beach and turtle beach. We then hung out and ate in Haleiwa town. There are different options to choose from depending on your package. We missed Waimea bay - could not fit into schedule. Maybe next time. Highly recommend if you are NOT renting a car.

We, a couple in our 40s, had our first experience with paddle surfing. The weather was great, and we set out from the beach of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, walking in the waters of Waikiki with our instructor and photographer. Although we fell into the sea several times due to our lack of skill, the scenery was stunning and left us in awe. We also had many photos taken, which became wonderful keepsakes.

４０代夫婦でパドルサーフィン初体験でした。天候が良く、ロイヤルハワイアンホテルのビーチから出てインストラクターやカメラマンとワイキキの海を散歩しました。下手で何度も海に落ちましたが景色が素晴らしく感激しました。写真もたくさん撮影していただき記念になりました。

We enjoyed our first SUP lesson led by Ka'iulani. She was very knowledgeable about teaching SUP and Hawaiian culture. We loved her company! We very much liked the whole experience with Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks, Inc. and recommend them for everyone.

I was wondering if such a large canoe could ride the waves, but I was completely wrong! It rides the waves over a longer distance than regular surfing. The exhilaration of riding the waves while looking at Diamond Head in the waters of Hawaii is incredibly refreshing!

Just follow the captain's simple instructions: paddle or rest, that's all. You don't need to speak English to enjoy it!

こんな大きなカヌーが波に乗るのか？なんて思っていましたが、大間違い！
ふつうのサーフィンよりも長い距離波に乗ります。
ハワイの海でダイヤモンドヘッドを見ながら波に乗る爽快感は抜群に気持ち良いです！

キャプテンの簡単な指示に従って、漕ぐか休むか、それだけ。英語が出来なくても大丈夫です！

I participated with a friend. Since it was my first experience, I was both excited and a little anxious! When the lesson started, I was taught by a foreigner who could speak Japanese, and they explained everything very clearly and in detail, so even someone like me, who is not good at English, understood it well (laughs). Also, since we were in the ocean, the instructor stayed with us. They watched the wave conditions and pushed the board when a good wave came. Thanks to that, I was able to ride without falling even once, and I had a very satisfying time!

友達と二人で参加をしました。初体験ということもあり楽しみと少し不安な気持ちもありました！
レッスンが始まると日本語が話せる外人から教えていただき、とてもわかりやすくかつ細かく教えて頂き英語が苦手なあたしでもよーくわかりました（笑）
そして、海に入ってたからも先生はついてきてくれました。
波の状態をみながら、いい波がくるとボードを押してくれました。おかけで一回も転倒することなくのれ大満足の時間がすごせました！

I was super excited to catch some waves on my first surfing experience. After receiving a detailed explanation in Japanese, I headed into the ocean, and to my surprise, I was able to ride the waves and had a great time. Since it was Waikiki Beach, it was also convenient to walk there. I will definitely participate again next time.

初サーフィンで、波乗りが出来て超感激です。日本語の説明を詳しく受けた後、いざ海の中へ・・思いの他、波に乗れ楽しい時間でした。ワイキキビーチなので、徒歩での移動も便利でした。次回もまた参加します。

I experienced a surfing lesson. I chose a group lesson, but it felt almost like a private lesson because the instructor was with us the whole time. The lesson was in English, but they used simple language, so I think it would be fine even for those who don't understand English. There was a little mishap with the reservation time, but they responded quickly, which I really appreciated. I think it's a nice service that they take photos and provide them on a CD. By the way, purchasing the CD cost $30.

サーフィンレッスンを体験しました。グループレッスンを選択しましたがほぼプライベートレッスンのように、ずっとつきっきりで教えてくれました。英語でのレッスンでしたが、簡単な英語を使ってくれたので、英語が分からない方でも大丈夫だと思います。予約の時間を間違えてしまうというハプニングがありましたが、すぐに対応してくれてとても有難かったです。写真を撮ってくれ、CDにしてくれるのは良いサービスだと思います。ちなみにCD購入は30ドルかかりました。

Meeting in front of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as the Pink Palace, 30 minutes before the start. (I used it during the dinner buffet with a show last time. To visit again for an activity...) It's very convenient to access, as it's within walking distance from the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center (trolley stop) and hotels in the Waikiki area. Heading to the beach from Kalakaua Avenue through a narrow path with board lockers, I arrived next to the counter.

First, I checked in at the counter. After reading and signing a document with important notes regarding participation, we began the lesson using boards at Waikiki Beach. First, we learned how to balance on the board, including foot and face positioning. Next, we learned paddling (the efficient hand shape), how to go through waves, and how to avoid contact with others. The instructions were very clear, which eased my tension.

Finally, we headed to the sea. First, I got on the board and paddled out. Upon reaching the surfing point, we waited for the waves. When a suitable wave came, the instructor shouted, "Paddle, paddle!" and I paddled vigorously. When I felt I could ride the wave, I quickly grabbed both sides of the board and moved into the riding position. I adjusted my stance to maintain balance and kept my gaze focused on the horizon to stay calm. At first, I was nervous and couldn't move my body as I wanted. Gradually, with the instructor's support, my desire to stand on the board grew stronger, and I managed to ride successfully. If I have another opportunity to surf next time, I hope to be able to take off on my own... I also want to review the CD to pay attention to my riding position, posture, and gaze for my next attempt. The one-hour surfing experience flew by surprisingly quickly, but it was just the right amount of physical activity. After the activity, we had a lunch buffet at the restaurant. Additionally, boards are available for rent, and I plan to surf again at Waikiki Beach later.

This was my first surfing experience, and thanks to the support of all the staff, I was able to enjoy the thrill of standing on the board. Also, I had my riding pose captured with Diamond Head in the background on the CD, creating a wonderful memory. Thank you very much for all your help. I sincerely appreciate it. If there is another opportunity, I look forward to it.

憧れのピンク・パレスことロイヤルハワイアンホテルのビーチ前に開始３０分前集合。（前回ショー付きディナービッフェにて利用。再び、アクティビティにて訪れるとは…。）ロイヤルハワイアンショッピングセンター（トロリー停留所）やワイキキエリアホテルから徒歩圏内のため、アクセスも大変便利。カラカウア通りからボードロッカーのある細道をビーチへ向かうとカウンター横に到着。
まずは、カウンターにてチェックイン。参加にあたっての注意事項等書面にて一読後、署名。その後、ワイキキビーチにてボードを使用してレッスン開始。まずは、ボード上でのバランスのとり方、足や顔の向き等々。次に、パドリング（効率の良い手の形）やウェーブスルー、人との接触回避方法も学ぶ。とても解りやすく教えて頂き、緊張感も和らぎました。
いよいよ、海へ。まずは、ボードに乗りパドリングで沖へ出る。波乗りポイントに到着、波を待つ。サーフィンに適した波が来たら、先生の掛け声「こいで、こいで。」とともに、勢い良くパドリング。波に乗れたと感じられたら、瞬時にボードの両脇を持ち、ライディングの工程へ。立ち位置を修正しながらバランスをとり、目線を遠くに向けるなどをしてなるべく持続できるように平常心を保つ。最初は、緊張していたためなかなか思うように体を動かすことができませんでした。徐々に、先生のサポートによりボードに立ちたいという思いが強くなり、なんとかライディング成功。次回サーフィンをする機会がありましたら、一人でテイク・オフができるように…。また、CDを見直してライディング位置や姿勢、目線などに注意をしながら再チャレンジ計画に役立てたいと思いました。１時間程度のサーフィン体験は、驚く程あっという間でしたが体力的にもちょうど良かったです。アクティビティ参加終了後は、レストランにてランチビッフェ。また、ボードはレンタル可能、後日再びワイキキビーチにてサーフィン。
この度は、初めてのサーフィン体験でしたが、お陰様でスタッフの皆様のサポート力でボードに立つ楽しさまでも味わさせて頂きました。また、ダイヤモンド・ヘッドをバックにライディング姿をCDに収めて頂き、素敵な思い出となりました。色々とお世話になり、本当に有難うございました。心より感謝申し上げます。また機会がございましたら、どうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

When I visited last time, I couldn't do stand-up paddleboarding due to the wave height (so I went kayaking instead), so I came back again. Mieko, who is Japanese, and Mark, who speaks Japanese well, were very kind and taught us patiently, so both my friend and I were able to stand up from the very beginning. We landed on the island, and it was really fun! When I mentioned that I wanted to explore Kailua more on the way back, they arranged for cycling and even had an employee who was going to Waikiki drop us off... they took care of everything. There are other places where you can do stand-up paddleboarding, but I really recommend this one. I look forward to visiting again next time.

前回行った時に、波の高さでスタンドアップパドルが出来なかったので（その時はカヤックをしました）再度お伺いしました。日本人のミエコさん、日本語の上手なマークさんはとても親切で、丁寧に教えて頂いたので、友人も私も最初から立つ事が出来ました。島まで上陸、本当に楽しかったです！また帰りももっとカイルアを散策したいと伝えたところ、サイクリングの手配やちょうどワイキキに行く従業員の方が送ってくださる様に話して頂いたり・・・何から何までお世話になりました。スタンドアップパドルが出来るところは他にもありますが、こちらは本当におすすめです。次回もまた宜しくお願いします。

Sam was a wonderful friendly tour guide. I liked the flexibility of the tour, being able to do various activities and see many different things. The sea turtles were a highlight. I also enjoyed the history and personal anecdotes of the tour. It was the best part of my trip to Oahu.

Had a great time. We go to Hawaii once a year, and have gone on almost every tour. The best thing about this was the tremendous flexibility to do and swap activities. Not a "tourist" tour. Little fubar on scheduling, but the drive Harry made up for that. Time with Harry was as good or better than seeing the falls!!

Had great day. My grandsons and self really enjoyed it. Lots of time to wander around. Sam was great. Very knowledgable .answered lots of questions.really appreciated his friendly attitude.

First of all, the location is Waikiki, so I was attracted by how close it was to my hotel, allowing me to walk there in my swimsuit.

This was my second time surfing in my life, but I was a bit anxious because the waves were high that day. At first, I was flustered after entering the water and kept failing to stand up as I had been taught, but after several attempts, I became more relaxed and was able to stand up calmly as instructed, managing to ride the waves for a longer time!! Riding the waves was so much fun… it felt amazing♪ I want to go again.

まず、場所がワイキキなので、宿泊のホテルから水着で歩いて行ける近さに惹かれました。

今回は人生で2回目のサーフィンでしたが、この日は波が高く少し不安でした。
海に入ってから初めは気が焦り、教わった立ち上がり方ができずにすぐに立ち上がろうとして失敗していましたが、何度もチャレンジするうちに余裕が出て、レッスン通りに落ち着いて立ち上がれるようになり、長くボードに立って波に乗ることができました!!
波に乗れると楽しくて楽しくて…最高な気分でした♪
また行きたいなぁ。

I went surfing for the first time at Waikiki Beach, which is just a short walk from the hotel. First, I received instruction from the instructor on paddling and how to stand on the board at the beach. After the practice on the beach, it was time to hit the ocean! The instructor gave me advice on when to catch the waves, so I was able to ride them successfully. The hour flew by, and I had so much fun catching waves multiple times. I definitely want to surf at Waikiki again next time!

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ホテルから歩いてすぐにあるワイキキビーチで初めてサーフィンをしました。
まずビーチでインストラクターのパドリングやボードの立ち方等の指導を受けました。
ビーチでの予行練習の後はいざ海へ！
インストラクターが波に乗るタイミングをアドバイスしてくれたのでうまく波に乗れました。1時間あっという間でしたが何度も波乗りができてとても楽しかったです。
次回も是非ワイキキサーフィンしたいです！！