Waikiki Private Stand-Up Paddle Lesson (One-on-One, Royal Hawaiian Beach)

Overview

The Waikiki private stand-up paddle lesson from Waikiki Beach Services is a 75-minute one-on-one session from the beach at the Royal Hawaiian, with 15 minutes on sand and an hour on the water. It suits first-timers aged 13 and up staying in central Waikiki. The biggest drawback: changes inside 48 to 72 hours are charged in full.

Highlights

• Private instruction at $150 for one person, dropping to $130, $115 and $95 per person for groups of two, three and four (operator site, October 2026).
• 75-minute format: about 15 minutes of safety and technique on the sand, then an hour on the water inside the Waikiki reef.
• Board, paddle, all equipment and a complimentary rash guard are included; instructors are lifeguard and CPR certified.
• Check-in is at the Waikiki Beach Services beach desk at the Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Ave, so no transport is needed if you stay nearby.
• Operator-level rating of 4.7 from 168 reviews shown on the Greetwell listing as of October 2026 (not specific to this lesson).

What to Expect

1. Sign the online waiver sent by email, then check in 10 to 15 minutes early at the Royal Hawaiian beach desk, 2259 Kalakaua Ave; a parent or guardian must check in any 13 to 17 year old and stay on the beach.
2. The instructor spends roughly 15 minutes on the sand covering stance, paddling, balance, turning and ocean safety.
3. You launch from the Royal Hawaiian beach into shallow, sandy-bottomed water protected by the Waikiki reef.
4. For about an hour the instructor stays beside you, correcting technique and guiding you along the Waikiki shoreline.
5. You return to the beach desk, where photography and video can be bought as an extra; small bags and shoes can be left at the counter but valuables are discouraged.

What to Bring

• Swimsuit worn under your clothes
• Towel
• Reef-safe sunscreen

Restrictions and Requirements

• Minimum age 13; minors need a parent, guardian or adult chaperone (18+) to check in, stay on the beach and sign the waiver
• Must be able to swim at least 25 yards unassisted and be comfortable being submerged
• No pregnant guests; no guests with existing back, neck or joint injuries
• Groups of five or more must email the operator
• Lessons may be cancelled or changed for weather; the instructor can refuse service for attire, behavior or fitness

Cancellation Policy

The policy differs by booking channel. Greetwell lists refunds for cancellations made at least 48 hours ahead and no refund inside 48 hours or for no-shows. The VELTRA/hawaiiactivities.com listing charges 100% for any cancellation or change (date, package or head count) inside 72 hours. The operator's own page publishes no policy. Checked October 2026 on Greetwell and hawaiiactivities.com.

Location

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Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii

Meeting Point

Waikiki Beach Services beach desk at the Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

Check-In

10–15 minutes before the lesson (Greetwell listing); waiver completed online beforehand

Parking and Getting There

Not included; no parking details published by the operator

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