Surfer Bear has 25 years of surfing experience in Hawaii and is Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR trained, and offers a safe, professional, and fun experience for even the most extreme beginner.
"Surfer Bear is the best surfing instructor. His attention to safety is impeccable. His surfing skills and approach to having fun while teaching makes him the instructor of choice. Can't wait to get back to Kona for more..." Mike Ng, San Jose CA.

My son and I have taken surfing lessons in many different locations including California and Hawaii. Our surfing lessons with surfer Bear were the best ever. He taught my ten year old daughter to surf on her first try. My son, age 14, got personalized attention from Bear to tune up his intermediate skills. I am 47. Bear improved my form and wave catching abilities. It was thrilling to "step into liquid" alongside such a superb instructor who was attentive throughout the lesson.

Surfer Bear was encouraging, thoughtful and fun! We highly recommend Surfer Bear as your "Kona connection" to the best surfing lessons ever! MEC, Boston, MA USA

"Mahalo Plenty for Teaching Us All To Surf and Helping Us to feel safe at All Times". The Students and Staff of the International School of Bangkok.

Bear,
I know every day is Ocean day, but I want to honor this day by thanking you. You were instrumental in getting me stoked on surfing. Now my wife, baby, friend Maki (bun in the sun), and so many other beautiful people. (Past, present, and future!) A million mahalo's to you, brother! Sean, Shoko, & Sea Biscuit (in the oven)


Hey Bear;
I hope all is well with you and The Kody. All my kids have talked about is the surfing at the Big Island and how much fun they had with you and The Kody. Thanks again, we had a great time. If you are ever in South Texas remember you have friends here. Rob

P.S. Love your "surferbear" logo, I have another daughter named Teddie, & a house full of Teddy Bears , & a husband called Ted. I have a Hula Teddy Bear in my collection, but no SurferBear, do you have one to sell to your students ? Let me know, I'd love to buy one.

Hi Berry,
I just wanted to say hi and thank you! I didn't forget surfing and I'm still dreaming about! That was the best part of my vacation! Thank you again for teaching me surf it was so much fun and I enjoyed every moment! Melita

Aloha Surfer Bear,
I want to thank you for a pleasurable memory of my first time surfing. Your explanations of the edicate, fundamentals of surfing, surf break @ Kahalu'u Beach Park and how it compares to other locations were outstanding. The fact I was able to stand up and ride the first wave I have ever attempted is a testament to your knowledge and ability to convey the principles of surfing. I appreciate you towing me around with your big toe when I got tired after a ? hour in the surf and overall fun approach to teaching the joys of surfing. The views on the water that day were epic and will always be with me. Thank you for such a great time, should you every make it to the Monterey Bay Area of California please contact me.
Aloha from Monterey California

Hey it's Abigail! You taught me to surf last Friday (the 13th)! I'm back to Virginia and back at college and wishing I was still in the warmth of the Kona coast. I think I might have been bitten by the surf bug :). Thanks again for the lesson! See you later! ~Abigail

Thanks for the great times---I'll be back. ...or we will see you on Montauk. Come visit when you are ready to take on the waves of the North East. Until then, Winegeek

Hey Surfer Bear!
Wanted to thank you again for the great experience and for your extreme friendliness, laid back attitude and overwhelming hospitality. You really were the essence of Hawaii for us. We played the surf video for 2 sets of grandparents last night and they were all quite impressed. Made for a very fun Easter.
It's tough returning to the mainland and the grind but I guess we had to do it.
Please send along a big "Aloha" to Roland and Kai. They were great too.
We all look forward to seeing you next time we head to the islands. Mahalo, Mik

(Girl scouts surfing)
Hi Surfer Bear! Aloha and many mahalos to you and Jenny for your help. We love you and have great surf memories and want more! Photo is Brisa alone and with Jenny and group. (Brisa is my daughter). More photos to come. Take care, Aloha, Shannon

Aloha Barry,
This is Shannon Speier's Mom writing to you, & just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your time & patience when you instructed Makani & I. I'm sure having to deal with an almost 12 year old, & and "old gal" like me wasn't one of your best situations. Ha!
It was a fantastic day for me however Barry, & with all my years as a Red Cross Swimming instructor, & being in the water, I still don't understand WHY I had never tried surfing with a board before, only body surfed. So, I'm very happy Shannon set up our lesson with you, & even though I wasn't able to stand, I was very comfortable on my knees, & LOVED IT. Guess I'm about 60 years tooooo late, but that's life !
Shannon got some good snap shots with her water camera, & you took some good ones using it, & I have a few dry land ones with my camera, so we'll be happy to share with you. Think Shannon was getting some photos ready to get to you soon.
Mahalo again Barry, our morning with you was the HIGHLIGHT of my visit.
Junie Speier (age 82)