Poipu Kauai Surf Academy is a locally owned surf school operating in sunny Poipu, on the island of Kauai. We offer surf lessons and coaching for surfers of all levels.

Boss Frog’s at The Beach House Restaurant in Poipu, Kauai is a great shop for visitors to South Kauai. Our Poipu Boss Frog’s rents all of the beach gear you might need, from boogie boards to full sets of the best Poipu snorkel rentals available.

Seasport Divers, established in 1986, is Kauai's leading scuba diving center. They offer scuba diving courses for all levels, from introductory dives to professional certifications. Explore Kauai's underwater world with their guided boat and shore dives. They are the island's largest dive shop and SCUBA center, featuring top of the line equipment sales and rentals for SCUBA diving, snorkeling, beach going, freediving, and spearfishing gear. Their experienced and professional shop staff and instructors are considered the best in class. Their core mission is to create safe, unforgettable experiences for their guests. They pride themselves on their active community involvement in ocean conservation programs in Kauai and Hawaii.

Poipu Beach Surf School is owned and operated by professional waterman and former pro body boarder Doug Muraoka. Poipu Beach Surf School is committed to providing each of its guests with a safe, fun, and friendly surfing experience. Poipu Beach Surf School teaches people how to surf at the Sheraton Beach in Poipu. It is very safe, with only four people per instructor. Instructors also stay with the surfers for the full lesson, never leaving them alone in the ocean. Our instructors are dedicated to making your safety our number one priority!

Endless Summer Surf School Kauai – Your Top Choice for Surf Lessons in Poipu Welcome to the only Hawaiian-owned surf school in Poipu, Kauai! At Endless Summer, we offer fun, safe, and family-friendly surf lessons for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to polish your technique, our local instructors will guide you every step of the way. Join us at the best beginner-friendly beaches on Kauai and experience why we’re the top-rated surf school in Poipu. Book your lesson today and surf with Aloha!

A hiking trail abuts this modest beach with a rocky shore, known for surfing & sunset viewing.

Crescent-shaped sandy beach backed by palms, with calm water popular for surf lessons & snorkeling.

Coastal hiking trail running past beaches, cultural & historical sites, rock formations & more.

Located directly on the golden sands of Poipu’s iconic Baby Beach, this rare oceanfront estate delivers an exceptional combination of beachfront access, privacy, and walkability. As one of the few private homes in Poipu set directly on the sand, guests enjoy immediate access to a calm, reef-protected cove ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and family-friendly ocean time. Perched just steps from the shoreline and within easy walking distance to Poipu’s restaurants and shops, this extraordinary beachfront retreat offers the ultimate South Shore experience—where morning swims, sunset strolls, and effortless island living are simply part of each day.