Kai elua Outrigger Canoe CluB
There is a magic that happens when six paddles hit the water in perfect unison—a sudden surge of power that transforms a canoe into a living, breathing entity. At Kai Elua Outrigger Canoe Club, we don’t just chase that feeling; we live for it.
Located in the heart of San Diego, we offer more than just a workout on Mission Bay; we offer a gateway to the Pacific and a true sense of Ohana (family). Whether you are a seasoned athlete or have never held a paddle, Kai Elua welcomes you into a community built on respect, grit, and the vibrant Aloha spirit.
Here, you will find your strength tested and your spirit renewed by the salt air and the camaraderie of your teammates. Don’t just watch the horizon from the shore—chase it with us. Join Kai Elua today, and discover the rhythm of the ocean.
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Kai Elua Outrigger Canoe Club is an Amateur, non-profit athletic club based in San Diego, California. We are the first Outrigger Canoe club in San Diego have been on Mission Bay, since 1978.
Our club members are athletes who commit their time to be proficient paddlers; and to be competitive with other clubs in California and throughout the Pacific Rim. The club members compete all over the world including the Na Wahine o Ke Kai and the Moloki Hoe in Hawaii, various IVF (International Va’a Federation) World Championships, host and race in the largest Southern California race Outrigger Iron Champs, as well as, participate in various other international-level events.
