Aloha and Welcome to Goofy Foot Surf and Standup Paddle School
Goofy Foot was established in Lahaina, Maui in April, 1994 by the Owner/Instructor Tim Sherer to perpetuate his relationship with Mother Ocean and to teach the ancient Hawaiian sport of surfing. We are dedicated to providing professional surfing lessons to all levels of aspiring students in the spirit of fun and learning. We are committed to facilitating the highest level of experience for our guests with a focus on teaching safety, ocean awareness and surfing fundamentals.

Put Your Best Foot Forward
With the lesson of your choice:
Surfing Lessons
Our introductory lesson focuses on giving the beginner surfer an easy approach focused on safety, fundamentals, and ocean-awareness.
Learn MoreSUP Lessons
Our World-Class Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Lessons are held in the beautiful reef protected blue-water lagoon adjacent to our surf safari shop location.
Learn MoreSurf Camps
Surf Camps are open to everyone and from the keen individual to small groups. Instruction is geared primarily towards introductory-beginner through advanced-intermediate levels.
Learn MoreCultural Tour / Surf Canoe
Hawaiian tradition and adventure awaits. Both tours begin in the heart of the historic Lahaina district and the original kingdom of Hawaii.
Learn MoreStand Up Paddle Yoga
Stand up paddle (SUP) yoga lesson, tailored to all skill levels. Includes basic SUP instruction and yoga portraits. Fun for families and friends!
Learn MoreWhy Choose Goofy Foot?
World Class Conditions
We teach at the Lahaina break wall, one of the best places to learn on Maui.
Certified Instructors
All instructors are CPR and First Aid Certified, and safety is an emphasis.
Our Guarantee
You will stand up and ride at least one wave or the lesson is free!

Follow Your Dreams

Aaron Paulk
We're stoked to sponsor Aaron's competitive surfing career and social advocacy. His outstanding work ethic and love of surfing is helping him achieve his goals every season, and in turn he's inspiring us to achieve ours. He's a great representative of the sport, and an important advocate for adaptive surfers everywhere.

Jessica Cox
Inspirational speaker Jessica Cox was born without arms, but that didn't stop her from joining us for a week of surfing lessons while visiting Maui. Her experience inspires us, and we hope it stokes you out too!


7 Days A Week
Lessons run
Monday through Saturday:
7:00am • 8:30am • 10:00am • 11:30am • 1pm • 2:30pm
505 Front Street #123, Lahaina, HI 96761
1-808-244-9283
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