The mission of the Kai 'Opua Youth Paddling and Racing program is to provide a well balanced competitive sports and cultural environment that will teach, develop and nurture youth in the sport and science of canoe racing and Hawaiian culture.
The 12-18 year olds participate in MOKU ʻO HAWAII Regatta season from May through August at 2 different locations on the island of Hawaiʻi(Kona Pier or Hilo Bay)with the culmination of the State race being held off Island if they qualify. Our Practice sessions are held on the Kona Pier Monday through Friday afternoons, with races on Saturday. The girls practices are on Monday and Wednesday and the boys practices are Tuesday and Thursday (Fridays to be added for either group if necessary) Youth compete with other teams from clubs around the Island by age group, boys, girls, and mixed crews. There may be other races where Youth teams participate in special races outside of HCRA/MOKU or, in some cases The Queen Liliʻuokalani race held every year in Kailua Kona. Kai' Opua provides transportation for teams to the events and encourages individuals to build relationships with peers, learn team-based activities and to compete with Aloha.
The following is a list of current dates/times that you may register and/or submit payment for your crews.