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In Kauai? Wanna learn how to surf or take your surfing to the next level?

Poipu Beach Surf School, located on the south shore of Kauai at Poipu Beach, offers beginner, intermediate and advanced surf and stand-up paddle lessons. Lessons include the use of a surfboard or paddleboard, rash guard and reef walkers. (The reef walkers are a great amenity for this area, which can be rocky.)

What I like about this surf school is you do a quick lesson on land and then spend most of your time in the ocean, on the board, catching waves. A typical beginner lesson starts out with a 10- to 15-minute land lesson, which includes info about the surfboard and instruction on how to paddle, stand up, and other techniques. It closes with ocean safety tips. The rest of the lesson is spent in the ocean and the instructor stays with you the entire time.

The instructor we had was extremely knowledgeable, experienced and enthusiastic. Even if you’re a beginner, there’s a really good chance you’ll get up on your first try, thanks to the expert, easy-to-understand instruction. And the instructor was great at offering tips and encouragement throughout the lesson.

Lessons are available at group, private or family rates.

So, if you want a fun, friendly surfing experience, be sure to check out Poipu Beach Surf School. These guys rock!

And if you’re in the Poipu Beach area and want to buy a pair of your own reef walkers, we picked some up at Nukumoi Surf Co. for $15.99. Nukumoi Surf Co. is at 2100 Hoone Road, across from Poipu Beach Park. They also rent surfboards, bodyboards, and other items.