CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Wa'a Holomua Conference

Bridging Tradition & Modern Practices | Sunday, May 18, 2025

“Two years ago, we asked you to Google ‘paddling conference’, and there was none. This year, we’re asking: What knowledge can you bring? What can we learn from each other? And how far can we go when we move forward together?” 

Waʻa Holomua Conference 2027
Saturday, February 13, 2027 | Sheraton Waikīkī

Pūpūkahi i Holomua — Moving Forward Together

OHCRA invites paddlers, coaches, canoe clubs, race officials, and waʻa enthusiasts from across Hawaiʻi and around the world to gather for the 2027 Waʻa Holomua Conference.

This one-day conference brings our paddling community together to exchange knowledge, strengthen relationships, and help shape the future of canoe paddling while honoring the Hawaiian cultural foundations that guide us.

Through presentations, conversations, and breakout sessions, participants will explore topics spanning coaching and training, canoe care, ocean safety, cultural practices, and club leadership. Whether you are an experienced coach, a club volunteer, or a paddler eager to learn, you have a place in this gathering—and knowledge to contribute.

Waʻa Holomua creates space to learn from one another across generations, clubs, and oceans. Together, we can strengthen our crews, support our communities, and carry the traditions and practice of waʻa forward.

Save the date. Registration, speakers, session topics, and ticket details will be announced soon.