Farrington High School’s Matthew “Matt” Legg, a 17-year-old junior, didn’t know how to swim growing up in Kalihi but finally ...

Luckily, for every Pipeline, there's also a Waikiki, and Central America works ... However, it wasn't always considered the best place for a beginner to surf thanks to its rough-and-tumble reputation.

The name Waikiki is as synonymous with learning ... longboarding and on most days provides a great opportunity for beginners to surf. Doheny Beach has all the amenities to make your visit easy.

Many people surf their first and last time here. Always something to ride on the proper board, but usually mellow waves. Easy. Access water to whichever spot you desire from the beach at Waikiki.

Best of all: No one will laugh if you wipe out (and you will). Previous first-timers loved surfing Waikiki Beach's calm waves, while the most experienced surfers tackled the large swells found at ...

With ties to the Original Beach Boys and the Father of Modern Surfing — the legendary Olympic champion Duke Kahanamoku — Waikiki Beach Services at the hotel aims to perpetuate the legacy and ...