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EXPLORE HI SURF

Join The Surf Professor in exploring the true nature of Hawaiʻiʻs history, culture, and native intelligence-through the eyes of a surfer.

The Professor


Ian Masterson is a professor in Hawaiʻi who is successfully  doing what few people have attempted-bridge the divide by pioneering Surf Studies as a legitimate academic subject.  The Surf Professor is guiding people to rediscover themselves as vibrant beings in nature, utilizing surfing as the medium! Follow your bliss!
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From Roots to Surf

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Academic Workshops

In additional to offering Anthropolgy classes at two Oʻahu colleges, The Surf Professor offers workshops that combine Hawaiian History, Culture, Wave Dynamics, Oceanography, Surfboard design and technology. Truly, it is all about building a holistic relationship with the ocean, nature, Mother Earth, and yourself.
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Surfing Retreats

​Looking for a quality experience?  
Join The Surf Professor on one of his many Retreats which are thoughtfully planned to give you a full historical and cultural experience of Hawaiʻi, even a Hawaiian Surfboard Building Retreat!  Seeking Knowledge? We have options to customize your own retreat to meet your specific needs.
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Surf Lessons

​Join the Surf Professor on an adventure
tailored to your desires, skill level, and interest.  Private and semi-private lessons
available including Private Surfing
​Lessons, Surf Coaching and Mentoring, Stand Up Paddle Board lessons, Surf and SUP Instructor Courses, Ocean Safety Skills Training, and much more--Any Questions?
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"Respect, Train Hard, and Believe!”

- Ian ʻAkahi Masterson, The Surf Professor

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  • Home
  • Lessons
  • Retreats
  • Board Workshop
  • Ian Akahi Masterson
  • ʻOhana
  • Contact