On the island of Kauai you can find some great surf spots worth visiting on your vacation. Don’t know how to surf? No problem. You can take a surfing lesson in Kauai or hone your skills at one of the beaches with perfect conditions for beginner surfers. 
If you’re a beginner surfer some of the best surfing beaches in Kauai include:
- Hanalei Bay: Beginner surfers flock to Hanalei Bay for the shallow sandy bottom, gentle swells and excellent conditions.
- Kalapaki: Gentle rolling waves that make it easy to get up on your board and stay there make Kalapaki a good choice.
- Kealia: Year round surf and sandy breaks at Kealia let novice surfers practice their skills at any time.
- Kiahuna Beach: Located with Poipu Beach Park, Kiahuna is the most popular beach to take surf lessons for its calm conditions.
Keep in mind where you surf has a lot to do with ever-changing surf conditions. Learn to read the water before you dive in, and check with a lifeguard if there is one on hand. When in doubt, though, don’t go out! Safety is a key component of becoming a proficient surfer.
If you’d like to take a surfing lesson in Kauai, we recommend Kauai Surf School, Hawaiian Surfing Adventures and Garden Island Surf Lessons.