In a couple of hours, you can learn to surf or windsurf. Lessons with trained pros start with practice on the beach before hanging 10 on the water. Surfing was declared the official state individual sport in July 1998. Windsurfing is another popular sport on Maui. Using a sail attached to a surfboard, wave riders skim the ocean surface.
Daredevils do aerial maneuvers while jumping waves.
Oe Lau Beach Park in Kihei. Windsurfing shops have schools that will have you sailing in no time. Watch beginners at Kanaha Beach Park in Kahului. For a surf update, call 244-8934, ext. The former plantation town serves as a pit stop for visitors en route to Hana or nearby Ho'okipa Beach Park.