LOL, I didn't even take a lesson with these guys, but I had to write a review. I was very tired when I booked my lesson and realized at the last minute that I was on the wrong island! Jeff (or Sam) and I had a good laugh over it on the phone. Good thing I called before I jumped... More

Surf Lessons with Surfer Bear and his crew (Sam & Jeff) was the highlight of our vacation. So much so, my family wanted to move to Hawaii and surf. This was the first time surfing for me (38 year old mom-not a super fit chick but I thought it would be fun), and my daughters 9 & 11. My husband... More

We had a great time with Surfer Bear. My son and I wanted to give it a try and just couldn't stop. We were total beginners but they got us on the board immediatly. Such a great experience!

My husband wanted to surf in Hawaii and I was not sold on the idea until I read Surfer Bear's reviews. We went out with him and Jeff (Geoff?) last Friday and had the time of our lives. They managed to get us both up on the very first wave - ridiculous! Both of these guys are so exceedingly polite,... More

I booked a lesson with Surfer Bear while on the Big Island. I am a total beginner (this was my second time surfing), and Barry and his co-instructor were really nice and patient. The lesson was supposed to be 2 of us (with 1 instructor) but Barry saw the waves were a little bigger than expected so he brought another... More

My 2 kids (11 and 14) took a lesson from Barry. They had a fantastic time and where able to stand up on the boards right away. My daughter was caught in a rip tide the day before, but Barry and his instructors made her feel comfortable. Whatever fears she had she got over pretty quick! Surfer Bear is totally... More

Barry was amazing with our daughter. Super-fun and relaxed, able to show her how it's done, plus attentive to safety. We'll be looking for him next time we're on the island, and we absolutely recommend him.

Well understand the surf conditions, and take care of the customers. Would give you a call if the surf is good.

Surfer bear, are great! We (now 10 year old, 14 year old, and adult) have had lessons this last week and over 4 years ago with Geoff and Barry. The style of lesson works for everyone, with honest warm and caring teachers. They do not have a shop but will do a great job, in selecting the right Board and... More