A world-class professional surfer
with more than 25 years of surfing experience, Zack Howard grew up in Malibu, California, and began surfing at the age of 5. He started competing in amateur contests at the age of 9 and turned pro at just 15 years old when he was discovered during the World Longboard Championships in Malibu. With French sportswear company Oxbow as his sponsor, he began traveling and competing all over the world in places such as South Africa, Costa Rica, Brazil, Tahiti and Indonesia.

During his career, he's garnered an impressive list of accolades, including third place at the World Championships in Australia in 1999 and second place in the U.S. Open of Surfing in 2003. He was ranked in the top 10 on the Association of Surfing Professionals World Longboard Tour for 10 years and graced the cover of Longboard magazine twice.

Zack moved to Maui in 2005 and began teaching surf lessons full-time a year later. A Malibu lifeguard for 10 years, he is Red Cross CPR- and first-aid certified, which means his clients' safety always comes first.

With more than 15 years of teaching experience behind him, Zack brings in-depth knowledge of the ocean and incredible enthusiasm for the sport to each and every lesson. No matter what your level, Zack Howard Surf ensures unforgettable surfing adventures on the beautiful beaches of Maui. Zack is a soul surfer at heart and loves to share his passion with others. We hope you get out there and try it!