We had 4 kids - ages 9,10,11, and 12 take their 1st surf lesson. From our initial phone call to the lesson with the instructors, and getting the pictures after, I was very impressed with Big Wave Dave's-- the staff was super friendly and helpful throughout. Troy and Johnny were fantastic with the kids- teaching them details and safety I never recalled learning myself 15 years ago at another surf lesson on Waikiki! They took excellent care of them and I was thrilled watching the kids actually surf....I was jumping up and down watching from the beach. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to take a lesson! Mahalo!!