5 Workshops & Classes in the Pacific Islands Worth Giving a Whole Day

1.Private Jetboard Lessons with Instructor in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews Our pick

Learn to ride a JETSURF motorized board on Bora Bora’s calm lagoon with a private local instructor. After a 10-minute safety briefing, you get about 50 minutes on the water, standing, kneeling, or riding on your stomach. Hotel transfers, safety gear, towels, water, and fresh fruit are included. Captain Adrian may be your friendly guide.

“Great experience with captain Adrian. He is so warm, friendly, patient and professional. Wonderful weather today. We will be back next time for more fun.”

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2.JetSurf Private Riding Lessons in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

Spend about two hours with Sea Motion Bora Bora learning to ride a JetSurf board on the lagoon. Tomas and Vehiatua provide patient instruction, beginner equipment, and practice time, while your private 27-foot pontoon offers a sofa, bar, towels, dry storage, and welcome refreshments. Riders must be at least 16.

“Truly an awesome adventure! This is a luxury experience. Thomas and Vehi were incredible in there explanation, instruction and demonstration. They gave me plenty of time on both the beginner board, and on the regular board. This is a don't miss activity. If we come to Bora Bora again, we will definitely do this adventure again.”

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3.Ei Making Classes in Rarotonga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $68

Meet Juanita and Tim at Tiare’s Cafe in Muri for a two-hour ei katu class in the garden. You’ll learn the traditional art of making a Cook Islands flower crown, with bubbly or a nonalcoholic drink included. This private class is a hands-on cultural activity for your own group.

“Loved this class! The tour company offers several other experiences including sip and paint. Highly recommend Juanita and her husband Tim who led the tour and wish you guys success as you grow your business!”

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4.StandUp PaddleBoard Lesson and Experience Scuba Diving Package!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $135

Spend about 2.5 hours at Guam Ocean Adventures in Piti learning stand-up paddleboarding and exploring a coral reef by scuba. Bob and the instruction team provide the equipment, safety briefing, and personal guidance. No scuba certification is needed, groups are limited to eight, and the outing suits families with children age 10 and older.

“This was our first time scuba diving and this experience has ignited a passion for exploring the depths of our beautiful oceans, I.e this was our first but definitely will not be our last! Bob was a great instructor, as he was thorough in his explaRead more”

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5.Air-conditioned studio yoga class at Cooks Bay Hotel and Suites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $30Best value

Join Cindy for a one-hour yoga class at Cooks Bay Hotel and Suites in Moorea. The calm, air-conditioned studio has mats, straps, blocks, bolsters, and eye pillows. Classes run three times a week, welcome all levels from age 15, and are limited to six people, making this a focused break from island activities.

“Excellent teacher. We loved having this yoga class in Moorea. We will repeat the class in a couple of days. Thank you very much”

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