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Join us for a fun day out in the water learning the fundamentals of surfing.
Highlights
- Take to the waves and learn to surf in Mount Maunganui - it's a surfer's paradise!
- Our awesome instructors ensure a fun lesson while you learn to master the waves
- Top quality board and wet suit are provided on the day
- Small group lessons ensure a fully personalized experience!
Join us for a fun day out in the water learning to catch that perfect wave with a small group of eager learners. Our Aloha Small-Group Surf Lesson is perfect for beginners who want to learn with others & get specific tips along the way. Having a small group lesson allows the instructors to make this lesson more personalized to each individual.
We'll start the day with a 20-minute beach theory, where you'll learn ocean safety, paddling and pop-up. Then we'll get out in the water, get positioned with our small waves, and have some serious fun. Before you know it, you'll be popping up on the waves with a huge smile on your face.
Our qualified instructors are certified in first aid and have lifeguard qualifications so you can be confident and feel safe while having fun.
If you're looking for surf lessons for kids (15 or younger), please check out the Moana - Kids and family lesson here
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$47.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$47.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$79.00
- Surfer$47.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$47.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$47.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$63.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Surfer$79.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From 2hr Beginner Group Surf Lesson - Aloha
Thank you Jennifer, Thank you so much for the kind words, really glad that you enjoyed the lesson. We hope you have a great new years and we hope to see you in the water. Hibiscus Surf School
Linda from Netherlands wrote on 09 February 2017
great lesson!
Very friendly people and great instructor! Only 5 people in the group so the instructor had time for everyone.
yucong from New Zealand wrote on 23 January 2026
Great experience
I had a great experience with this surf school. The instructor was incredibly patient, very kind, and had a great sense of humour, which made the lessons really fun and relaxed. The whole session was well organised, professional, and enjoyable from start to finish. I learned a lot and felt well supported in the water. I’ll definitely continue taking lessons here and would highly recommend it.
Shawn Lawyer from New Zealand wrote on 08 January 2026
Great fun
The surf instructors were friendly and encouraging.
Siddharth Suresh Kumar from New Zealand wrote on 21 December 2025
Amazing experience
Amazing experience. Thanks a ton to my guide for guiding me throughout the surfing experience and being very friendly and patient. This is a must do in Tauranga. The best team for all the beginners. I highly reccomend this. :)
From 2hr Beginner Group Surf Lesson - Aloha
Thanks for surfing with us, Siddharth! Hope to see you in the waves again soon! Ray O *Surfing New Zealand Approved Surf School* *Qualmark **Sustainable** Tourism **Business Certified* *Rated the #1 Surf School in the Bay of Plenty - TripAdvisor.com* *Winner - Certificate of Excellence - TripAdvisor.com* e: [email protected] w: surfschool.co.nz <http://www.surfschool.co.nz> p: +64(027)279 9687 We are based at the beautiful Main Beach in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand: Hibiscus Surf School - Main Beach <https://www.google.com/maps/@-37.6328887,176.1825487,17.46z>
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Jennifer from New Zealand wrote on 31 December 2024
Fabulous Time
Wow , I’ve previously had a surf lesson with another company but this was the best . The instructors were both informative , professional and fun , making the two hour lesson so enjoyable. Highly recommend Hibiscus Surf Lessons at Mt Maunganui . Look for the red flag flying . Thankyou Hibiscus Team