About Hui Nalu Canoe Club

Hui Nalu, the “Club of the Waves”, was founded in 1908 by Duke Kahanamoku, Knute Cottrell and Ken Winter.

Based at the Moana Hotel in Waikiki, swimming was the primary activity of the club in the early years. Club members also enjoyed surfing, canoe paddling and kanikapila.

Hui Nalu’s mission is to provide educational activities for individuals, families and the community revolving around ocean activities. The summer regatta season involves age group and open races in lengths from 1/4 to 1-1/2 miles. The ages of the participants range from 10 to 70+ years.

Hui Nalu Canoe Club also sponsors a pre-season race in Maunalua Bay dedicated to former head coach Kala Kukea, as well as a regular season regatta to honor former coach John D. Kaupiko.

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About the Hui Nalu Vision
Vision: To come together as a family who shares and cares

Mission: To promote and provide educational and personal achievement opportunities which
 strengthen family, community and individual relationships by:

Providing ocean-oriented education programs special to Hawaii

Providing other sport activities, programs and opportunities

Providing community improvement and educational programs

Preserving Hawaiian traditions as they relate to the ocean, family and community

Supporting club members to achieve their athletic potential

Nurturing club spirit and personal pride

Each member:

Commits to Hui Nalu’s vision and mission

Supports and respects other members of the club and community

Is given opportunities to work and learn with family and friends while contributing to the Hui Nalu mission

Participates in educational programs

Is given the opportunity to make a difference in personal performance, community relations and in the health of our ocean

Will abide by the Hui Nalu Code of Conduct

Hui Nalu, the “Club of the Waves”, was founded in 1908 by Duke Kahanamoku, Knute Cottrell and Ken Winter.

Based at the Moana Hotel in Waikiki, swimming was the primary activity of the club in the early years. Club members also enjoyed surfing, canoe paddling and kanikapila.

Hui Nalu’s mission is to provide educational activities for individuals, families and the community revolving around ocean activities. The summer regatta season involves age group and open races in lengths from 1/4 to 1-1/2 miles. The ages of the participants range from 10 to 70+ years.

Hui Nalu Canoe Club also sponsors a pre-season race in Maunalua Bay dedicated to former head coach Kala Kukea, as well as a regular season regatta to honor former coach John D. Kaupiko.

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About the Hui Nalu Vision
Vision: To come together as a family who shares and cares

Mission: To promote and provide educational and personal achievement opportunities which
 strengthen family, community and individual relationships by:

Providing ocean-oriented education programs special to Hawaii

Providing other sport activities, programs and opportunities

Providing community improvement and educational programs

Preserving Hawaiian traditions as they relate to the ocean, family and community

Supporting club members to achieve their athletic potential

Nurturing club spirit and personal pride

Each member:

Commits to Hui Nalu’s vision and mission

Supports and respects other members of the club and community

Is given opportunities to work and learn with family and friends while contributing to the Hui Nalu mission

Participates in educational programs

Is given the opportunity to make a difference in personal performance, community relations and in the health of our ocean

Will abide by the Hui Nalu Code of Conduct

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