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The 12 Best Workshops on the Big Island

12 reviewed

Kona Surf Lesson in Kahaluu

Kona Surf Lesson in Kahaluu - Gear Check: Foam Board, Reef Walker Shoes, and SPF Surf Protection

1.Kona Surf Lesson in Kahaluu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $169Our pick

A 2-hour beginner Kona surf lesson at Kahaluu Beach Park with provided gear, small-group coaching, and hands-on safety plus Hawaiian beach culture.

“So guide was nice and location was great for us. Our lesson happened to be scheduled on a day with super challenging conditions- not a day for learners (11/24). Biz owner should have canceled/rebooked. Instructor did his very best, we had a scary situation, and we are so thankful for his good care.”

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Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop - The 150-minute flow: from picking glass to taking it home

2.Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Learn stained glass in Kailua Kona in 3.5 hours. You’ll cut, foil, and solder, then take home a sun catcher.

“Sherrie and Doug were gracious hosts and patient teachers. They have a lovely, well-equipped studio and a beautiful home. There are several projects to choose from that are accessible to beginners but satisfying to complete.”

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Private Coffee Roasting Class

Private Coffee Roasting Class - Before the first roast: processing methods and what they change

3.Private Coffee Roasting Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60

Hand-roast Kona coffee in Captain Cook, then taste and buy 12 varieties. Private 1-hour class for up to 6.

“Thank you for a lovely morning in beautiful Kona coffee country! We got to learn about the process from the raw green little coffee bean to the roasted kind you see at your local cafe. They were extremely knowledgeable and the Fall Roast I got is going perfectly with my currently chilly Melbourne mornings.”

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Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience

Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience - Where This Happens: Pāhoa’s Imu Experience Starts at Auina Street

2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona

2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona - The 2-hour coaching flow: safety, etiquette, and the pop-up

5.2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $229

2-hour 1-on-1 Kona surf lesson at Kahalu’u Beach Park with foam board, reef shoes, SPF rash shirt, and coaching to stand.

“Grandson said it was the most fun ever. He really learned alot and had a great experience. I liked that they focused on safety, too.”

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Premium group surf lessons- Kona’s Best Surf Lessons

Premium group surf lessons- Kona’s Best Surf Lessons - The vibe at Kahalu’u Beach Park: start simple, not stressful

Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls

Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls - Harvesting seasonal produce: the volcanic soil lesson you’ll actually use

8.Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169

Plant-based farm-to-table cooking at Kulaniapia Falls: harvest volcanic-farm produce, cook lunch, then eat with Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea views.

“Had a fantastic time with a chef who was very knowledgable about the farm. The location is beautiful and we were able to see the waterfall before and after the lunch. Would recommend for anyone in Hilo. I think we were fortunate we had a great person leading us through the event but the people there rotate quite often so this may change. But it was a fantastic experience!”

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Coffee Brewing Workshop

Coffee Brewing Workshop - Roasting-room access and optional farm tour after your brewing

9.Coffee Brewing Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $20Best value

Learn pour-over, French press, and espresso in a small Kona coffee workshop in Captain Cook, with roasting-room access and samples.

“This is a fun and interactive class. You get to learn about the growing, harvesting, and roasting process and how each step effects the coffee you drink.”

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Big Island Surf Lesson from Hilo

Big Island Surf Lesson from Hilo - Rash Guards, a Quick Land Brief, and Why the Order Matters

10.Big Island Surf Lesson from Hilo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $120

Hilo beginner surf lesson with rash guards, quick shore drills, and in-water coaching. 1 hour near 74 Kamehameha Ave.

“Do not book. Brandon asked us to meet him at a surf shop. We waited about 30 minutes for him only to find out he was waiting for us at the water, without his phone. Why ask us to meet at the shop if you’re going to be some place else? While we were headed to the beach, some guy starts obviously recording us. Then he asks if we’re looking for Brandon. Weird, but okay. Lesson started fine, other than the two homeless (?) women showering behind us at the public beach shower exposing everything. My husband and 16-yr old daughter took the lesson. My husband wasn’t feeling it and…”

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Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop - The 150-minute flow: from picking glass to taking it home

11.Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2h 30m · from $125

Learn stained glass in Kailua-Kona with Sheri & Doug Reynolds, using all supplies and taking home your own sun catcher.

“This was fantastic! The hosts were so friendly and made us feel at home. It was a lot of fun and even my disabled brother ended up with a beautiful pineapple. They were so supportive of him and are honestly the best people and very talented. We had such a great time that we are going to do it again when we come back in September. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and create with stained glass and make some new friends.”

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Baumkuchen Campfire Baking Class

Baumkuchen Campfire Baking Class - Where You’ll Be: Papaikou on the Big Island

12.Baumkuchen Campfire Baking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Bake Baumstriezel over an open campfire at Baumkuchen Farm in Papaikou, with samples, rain shelter, and Hawaiian-German history.

“This is a unique opportunity to combine Hawaiian and German cultures. Loved the farm and the class. The chocolate dipping sauce - yum!!”

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