We welcome paddlers of all ages, as long as it can be done safely. The canoe is a metaphor for family—we don’t leave anyone behind. Our goal is to make the experience accessible to everyone whenever conditions and individual abilities allow.

No experience is necessary. We’ll give you a short lesson before launching the canoe and teach you the basics. Most people catch on pretty quickly once we’re on the water.

We paddle out of “Bullyland” in Kihei located at 235 North Kihei Road, Maui, Hawaii (Next to the Kealia Condos). You’ll see our GIANT green sign on the fence and also on the entrance gate. Please be careful parking along the street.

We offer Recreational Paddles every day except Sunday. Please check the current Schedule here on our website for the most up-to-date paddle times.

Most paddles are about 90 minutes:

• Recreational Paddle: 7:00–8:30 AM, Monday–Saturday

• Women’s Paddle: 5:00–6:30 AM, Tuesday & Thursday

• Men’s Support Paddle: 7:00–8:30 AM, Sunday

Bring yourself, a positive attitude, and your phone or camera for photos! Wear comfortable, water-ready clothing with UV protection.

We provide the paddle and life vest. 🤙🏼

We are an active paddling club, so everyone in the canoe is expected to participate and paddle. No experience is necessary—we’ll help you learn and get comfortable on the water.

Your safety and the well-being of the crew come first. If you’re sick or have an injury that prevents you from safely paddling, please sit that paddle out and join us when you’re feeling better and able to participate.

Our koa canoe is approximately 130 years old. Jeff did not build the canoe, but he and the Koaʻe crew carefully maintain and care for it so it can continue to be paddled and preserved.