About Hui Wa'a O Puget Sound Outrigger Canoe Club
Our Story
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
At Hui Wa’a O Puget Sound (outrigger canoe club of Puget Sound), our mission is to share and preserve Hawaiian culture through the art of outrigger canoe paddling. We engage our community in learning the traditions and values that define our heritage, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among participants.
The organization was established in 1997 with the mission of promoting Hawaiian culture in the Pacific Northwest. We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to preserving and perpetuating Hawaiian traditions through the practice of Outrigger Canoe Paddling. Our club is dedicated to educating and training individuals of all ages—men, women, and children—in the history, craft, and techniques of Hawaiian outrigger canoeing. Additionally, we foster opportunities for cultural exchange and collaboration among the people of the United States, Native American communities, and Pacific Islanders.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
- President: Stephen Pauelua
- Vice President: Cheryl Kahealani De Aguiar Altice
- Treasurer: Kathy De Aguiar
- Secretary: Talei Ontiveros
- Board Members at Large: Michael DeAguiar, Ivan Paizano, David Vincent
- KWAC Board Representative: Sean Doyle
Practices
Board of Directors
Practices
General/Recreational/Beginner Adult Practices:
- Saturday Morning 9:00am (Year-round),
- Tuesday and Thursday Evenings 6:00pm (from March through October)
Keiki Practices:
- Mondays at 5:00 pm and Saturdays at 2:00 pm (from March through October)
We offer adult practices for all ages and skill levels. Opio (teenagers) are welcome to join the adult practices. Keiki have a dedicated practice and must be at least 5 years and able to sit in the seat by themselves safely. Paddles, PFD’s and basics lessons will all be provided
Email us at HWOPS.contact@gmail.com for more information and/or to sign up for a practice.
