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Three Rules for Surf Lesson Photography When Partnering With Schools

Three Rules for Surf Lesson Photography When Partnering With Schools

by Hans | Oct 8, 2026 | General

Photographing surf lessons comes down to three non-negotiables: get permission before you shoot, with written consent for anyone under eighteen, put safety ahead of the shot every single time, and settle usage terms with the surf school before you ever raise your...
One Question Every Surf Lesson Student Should Ask About Photo Rights

One Question Every Surf Lesson Student Should Ask About Photo Rights

by Hans | Oct 7, 2026 | General

The photographer or surf school owns the copyright to your surf lesson photos the moment the shutter clicks, and buying a photo package usually hands you a personal-use license, not the copyright itself. That license typically lets you post, print, and share for...
Arrive 20–30 Minutes Early: Surf Attire Checklist for Waikiki Lessons

Arrive 20–30 Minutes Early: Surf Attire Checklist for Waikiki Lessons

by Hans | Oct 6, 2026 | General

For a surf, SUP, or bodyboard lesson in Hawaii, wear a snug swimsuit or boardshorts with a UPF rash guard, apply reef-safe sunscreen 20 to 30 minutes before you arrive, and skip the jewelry. Bring a towel, water, ID, a waterproof phone pouch, and reef booties if you...
Paddle Waikiki Before 9:00 AM to Beat Surf Crowds, for Beginners

Paddle Waikiki Before 9:00 AM to Beat Surf Crowds, for Beginners

by Hans | Oct 5, 2026 | General

Waikiki is often crowded, especially at beginner zones like Canoes and Queens, where lesson groups stack up by mid-morning. The single best move is to paddle out before 9:00 AM and stick to a lifeguarded or supervised zone, or book a lesson if you are new to surfing....
Organizer’s Surf Checklist for Waikiki Groups: Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead

Organizer’s Surf Checklist for Waikiki Groups: Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead

by Hans | Oct 4, 2026 | General

For groups in Waikiki, the highest-value activities are hands-on cultural workshops, guided water lessons in surf, SUP, or bodyboarding, canoe or private-charter sails, as well as scalable scavenger-hunt style team-building activities. Pick by group size and mobility,...
Pack Mineral Sunscreen Before You Fly: Hawaii Surf Packing List

Pack Mineral Sunscreen Before You Fly: Hawaii Surf Packing List

by Hans | Oct 3, 2026 | General

Every Hawaii surf trip runs on the same short list: mineral reef-safe sunscreen, a rash guard or two, a leash matched to your conditions, a plan for your board (bring it or rent it), a waterproof dry bag, basic first-aid supplies, and a habit of checking beach...
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Hans Hedemann Surf School Waikiki at Queen Kapi’olani Hotel

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150 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

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