The Wa`a (Canoe)

Our canoes are the heart of our club they carry not just paddlers, but the spirit of our community and our connection to Polynesian voyaging culture. In that tradition, each canoe is given a name because it is more than equipment; it is a member of our paddling ohana (family). A named canoe has an identity and a story, and paddlers develop a real bond with the vessel they train and compete in. When you step into one of our canoes, you become part of its legacy.

Hoku

Hawaiian Classic Racer. Hoku in Hawaiian means star and pronounced (HO-KUU)

Lanakila

Clipper Canoes-Advantage. Lanakila in Hawaiian means to win, to triumph, to achieve victory. Pronounciation (LAH-NA-KEY-LAH)

Manaʻoʻiʻo

Outrigger Connections-Mirage. Manaʻoʻiʻo in Hawaiian means to have faith, to believe. Pronounced (MA-NA-OH-E-O).

Kaianu

Bradley Lightning. Pronounced (KAI-AH-NEW)

Manahau

ARE Matahina. Pronounced (MAH-NA-HOW)

Kaʻiminalu

Puakea Malolo. In HawaiianKaʻiminalu means to hunt/search/seek waves. Pronounced (KA-E-ME-NA-LU)

Wai nākolo

Puakea Malolo. Wai nākolo in Hawaiian means to rumbling/roaring waters. Pronounced (WHY-NAA-KO-LO)