You’re in Waikiki Beach with your family and looking for something nearby to enjoy together as a crew. Hike Diamond Head? Take a catamaran snorkeling tour? Sure, those are decent options, but if you want to enjoy an experience that will bring you together unlike any other then paddling out into our world famous yet welcoming waves is the way to go. But if one, two, or all of you haven’t surfed before you may be wondering if the activity will be as enjoyable as you hope. It absolutely will be – when you take a family lesson with Sparky’s Surf School. Here’s why.
5 Reasons Why Sparky’s Surf School is the Best Option for Your Family Surf Lesson in Waikiki Beach on Oahu
1. We Specialize in Teaching Kids to Surf
Practically any surf instructor in Waikiki Beach will accept families with kids in tow, but that doesn’t mean they know kids. Sparky’s Surf School however, specializes in teaching “tots” of all ages to ride waves for their very first time. Sparky has a rapport with kids that is unmatched on the island. They will never feel as if the lesson is a burden, or that they are being pushed to learn to surf. Sparky’s calm, patient, playful, and aloha-filled demeanor is so infectious that even the most activity-averse children end up asking their folks if they can extend their lesson longer. If you’re looking to spark that inner-stoke within your young ones then Sparky’s Surf School is the answer. We’re here to make surfing fun for kids, and kids at heart!
2. You Will Actually Catch Waves (ALL of you)
Sparky has a knack for getting kids and teens to catch their very first wave, but he’s also an expert surf instructor that works with adults of all skill levels no matter how much they may lean on the beginner side of that scale. That means every single person in your party will ride a wave (most likely many more) during your lesson. Not one family member will be sent back to the beach until they’ve enjoyed the experience of gliding across the azure waters of Waikiki Beach.
3. We’ll Accommodate Your Crazy Schedule
Waikiki Beach is the busiest place on the island of Oahu. That in itself can make it difficult to find a family-friendly surf instructor to fit you in when convenient. Factor in the fact that as a family you have a pretty hectic agenda as is (especially if you have teenagers) it can be a real challenge to schedule a lesson without having to sacrifice another fun island excursion in the process. Sparky’s Surf School doesn’t want you to skip a luau, a drive to the North Shore, or shopping trip to Ala Moana Center. Our “hours” are 7 AM to 5 PM every single day of the week (which covers daylight hours in this neck of the Pacific) which works for pretty much all family units. That said, with enough advance notice (call us at 808-724-4208 to ask) we may be able to squeeze your family in for a dawn patrol or sunset session. Bottom line, we can work with you to figure out a time that’s convenient for your busy vacation itinerary, happy hour at Duke’s included.
4. Best Reviewed Family Surf Lessons on the Island
Spark’s Surf School maintains an “Excellent” 5-star TripAdvisor review rating with well over 200 reviews and counting. We also have a 5-star Facebook Review score and 5-star Google Review score. That provides you with peace of mind that your family vacation is in good hands, at least when it comes to the surf lesson portion of your trip!
“Sparky has a way with kids. My daughters Summer (11 yrs) and Kai (6 yrs old) absolutely love him and he has become a good friend of the family. What started off as a simple surf rental many years ago quickly turned into a friendship. I 100% recommend him above ALL other surf schools/lessons on Waikiki Beach. I put my own reputation on that!” (Marcus M., SEO Honolulu)
5. We Do Family (Surf) Photos Too
Everything detailed above lets you know that your family is about to have the time of their life when taking a surf lesson together. Given that moments like this don’t come around as often as you’d like you want to capture them on digital film so that you can look at them fondly for years if not generations to come. Taking a family selfie on the beach after your lesson is good, but having professional photos of your family paddling out and riding waves is way cooler! In addition to surf lessons, we offer family surf photography packages so that you will have memories to last a lifetime and beyond. View more about our surf photography packages.
Remember, a family that rides waves together, stays together. Call us today at 808-724-4208 if you have any questions whatsoever or book your family lesson here.