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SUP 101 Lesson in South Maui

Lesson
See all paddle board lessons in Kihei
Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Small Group Sizes
Beginner Friendly
Free Cancellation
Private
On the Water
Instant Book
Duration: 2 hours

Pricing

SUP Student

(12+ years old)

$99
Semi-Private SUP Student

(12+ years old; Minimum 2 students)

$159
Private Class

Select 1-6 students below • Starting at $199

$199

All Prices

SUP Student

(12+ years old)

$99
Semi-Private SUP Student

(12+ years old; Minimum 2 students)

$159
Private Class

Select 1-6 students below • Starting at $199

$199

Description

SUP Maui 101

Stand-up paddling looks harder than it is, and this beginner-focused lesson at Kalama Beach Park proves it. Your instructor starts you off with a quick rundown of the basics — stance, balance, and paddle technique — before easing you onto the water for the real thing.

Cruise the South Maui coastline while Haleakalā and the West Maui Mountains fill the view on one side and Molokini Crater and Kahoʻolawe sit on the other. Below the surface, the clear water offers glimpses of coral reef life, and during whale season a Humpback sighting isn't out of the question. Kalama Beach Park is one of the few county-permitted spots on the island for paddleboard lessons, so you're learning in a properly sanctioned, well-managed location rather than somewhere improvised.

Duration

2 hours

Location / Where to Meet

  1. Kalama Beach Park, Kihei, South Maui
  2. Parking is available at Kalama Beach Park
  3. Restrooms, showers, and shaded picnic areas are available at the park

Ages & Requirements

  1. Group lessons: minimum age 9
  2. Semi-private and private lessons: minimum age 5
  3. All participants should be comfortable in the water and able to swim
  4. Kids 8 and under must join a semi-private lesson for safety and supervision

What's Included

  1. SUP board and paddle
  2. Instruction
  3. All equipment

Not Included

  1. Gratuity for your instructor

What to Bring / Wear

  1. Swimsuit and towel
  2. Reef-safe sunscreen
  3. Reusable water bottle
  4. Hat and sunglasses (with a strap recommended)
  5. Change of clothes for after

Video

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Maui Eco Tours/South Pacific Kayak/Kelii's Kayaks

FAQs

Do I need any SUP experience to join?

No experience is needed — this lesson is built for beginners, with instruction covering everything from stance to paddling technique.

Are private or semi-private lessons available?

Yes — group, semi-private (minimum 2 students), and private (one-on-one) options are all available.

Why Kalama Beach Park?

It's one of the few county-permitted locations on Maui for paddleboard instruction, offering gentle conditions and a large, sunny park setting.

Can younger kids join?

Kids 8 and under must join a semi-private lesson for closer supervision; group lessons are for ages 9 and up.

Are your guides certified and is the company licensed?

Yes. Guides are CPR and First Aid trained, and the outfitter holds a County of Maui Commercial Ocean Recreation Activity (CORA) permit along with required state licensing and insurance.

What is the weather policy?

Tours run rain or shine. The only conditions that cancel a tour are strong wind or big surf.

Cancellation Policy

  • Any & all changes / cancellations must be made outside the 48 hours prior to your activity for refund (72 for private tours).
  • Activity may be moved as a result of severe weather / conditions.
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Availability

October 2026

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