There is no better way to start your day than a paddle on the ocean under the majesty of a Mauna Kea sunrise. So what are you waiting for, come give paddling a try! If you are a full-time or part-time resident, new to the area, and want to try our club, or a novice who has never held a paddle before, come down and experience true Hawaiian culture and history firsthand in a friendly, relaxed environment. Ohana/recreational paddling is a great way to get and stay in shape, meet new friends, and learn outrigger canoe paddling skills.
Ohana (Guest) Paddling at Waikoloa Canoe Club
There is no better way to start your day than a paddle on the ocean under the majesty of a Mauna Kea sunrise. So what are you waiting for—give paddling a try!
If you are a full-time or part-time resident, new to the area, curious about our club, or even a novice who has never held a paddle before, we invite you to come down and experience authentic Hawaiian culture and history firsthand in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Ohana (recreational) paddling is a great way to get and stay in shape, meet new friends, and learn outrigger canoe paddling skills. We welcome guests and new paddlers with open arms!
📝 How to Join an Ohana Paddling Session
If you’re interested in joining us for a paddle, follow these three simple steps:
Step 1: Complete the Waiver Form
All paddlers must have a completed waiver on file before signing up to paddle.
Step 2: Make a Donation (Non-Members Only)
If you are not the guest of a current Waikoloa Canoe Club member, we kindly ask for a $20 donation to support our club operations. This donation is non-refundable.
Mahalo for supporting our paddling community!
Step 3: Sign Up for a Paddling Session
Once you submit your waiver (and your donation, if applicable), you can use our SignUpGenius page to reserve your spot.
You must have a SignUpGenius account and be logged in to register. Create an account here if needed: Create a SignUpGenius Account.
Safety First: All Guests Must Watch the Huli Recovery Drill
Before joining us on the water, please watch this short video on how to recover from a canoe flip (huli) safely:
🎥 Watch the Huli Recovery Drill
Understanding this drill helps ensure your safety and the safety of your crew.
Important Guidelines
- Each paddler must register with their own unique email address.
- Be sure to click “Submit” after adding or removing your registration.
- All paddlers must sign up in advance — no walk-ups, please.
- If your plans change, please update your registration so others can join.
- Paddling is weather-dependent. Beach managers make final crew assignments to ensure balanced canoes. Limit of one guest or new paddler per canoe.
For Members Bringing Guests
- Please share this page with your guests so they can complete the waiver and sign up.
- Provide a brief orientation and paddling tips before arriving at the beach.
- Retrieve a paddle and PFD for your guest from the equipment shed.
Already a Member?
Mahalo for being part of our paddling ‘ohana!
👉 If you’re a current Waikoloa Canoe Club member and need to sign up for an Ohana session, you can go straight to the signup page: