KIRA Race #2 – Kialoa to Elks Waikiki
KIALOA TO THE ELKS
KIRA #2. Hawaii Kai to Kaimana
SUNDAY January 11, 2026
Divisions: OC1, OC2, OC3 – OC6, Surfski, V-1, SUP, Prone paddleboard
Long course: 8.2 miles, Hawaii Kai to Kaimana
Short Course: same
9:30 a.m. start for SUP and Prone, 10:00 a.m. start for “long” course and 10:05 a.m. start for “short” course
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY: $40.00 ($20.00 for Juniors 18 and under CODE: KIRAJR) online at www.flpregister.com until Friday midnight January 9th.
INSURANCE:
NEW PROCEDURE. Everyone needs to purchase the ANNUAL American Canoe Association (ACA) membership and select Kanaka Ikaika as the affiliate organization. This is a one time procedure that will cover ALL Kanaka Ikaika races in 2026. You will not need to sign a waiver for each race.
- If you are NOT an ACA member, please purchase your annual insurance here: https://aca.sport80.com/public/wizard/a/1320/home
- If you are an ACA member and need to renew your membership, please go here: https://aca.sport80.com/
NO Late registration on race day
Check in this week is IN PERSON ONLY, at the Hawaii Kai Canoe Halau from 7:30-9:00 am
Paddle with Purpose
As you sign up for the race, consider adding a small donation to the Elks and help turn every paddle stroke into something even more powerful. Your contribution supports the Elks Major Project, an incredible program that helps children with disabilities stay on course with free physical, occupational, and speech therapy, plus vision screenings and financial assistance for eye care.
These services help kids build strength, confidence, and clarity – on land, in the water and in life.
After the race, keep an eye out for our famous Purple Pigs at lunch. They’ve been training hard and are ready to be “fed”! Drop in a few coins or bills and know you’re helping carry these kids forward, one stroke at a time.
Every paddle counts. Every donation makes waves. Mahalo for racing with heart and helping our keiki reach calmer waters ahead.
At the end of the race – Pau Paddle. Talk Story.
After the race, unrig your canoe and cruise over to the Elks Lodge 616 (Waikiki) for lunch and awards. Good food, cold drinks, and plenty of race talk with your friends.
Beer $5 (cash or Venmo)
Elks parking is for members only
Please dry off and wash the sand off your feet before checking in with the greeters at the door
Mahalo – see you after the run
