Learning to Surf With Jamie O'Brien at Turtle Bay Resort - AFAR

"A surf school launched in 2021 by an award-winning North Shore pro who grew up in the area and whose earliest lessons were at the resort pool; he became one of the youngest winners of the Pipeline Masters at age 21. The program provides hands-on instruction for beginners and returning surfers alike—mentored pushes into swells, practical rules for wave etiquette, and guidance on reading wind and marine conditions—while emphasizing presence, ocean stewardship, and shared moments on the water (spotting humpback whales and turtles is common). It’s designed to help travelers develop a deeper, more respectful relationship with the ocean." - Jennifer Flowers