Born in ancient Polynesia, the act of wave riding has been intriguing and inspiring for centuries. The Hawaiians, gifted in the ocean beyond measure, reveled in the art of surfing, or he‘e nalu (literally: wave sliding). Since Western contact, the sport has inspired fantastical artistic renditions. Early illustrations, sometime depicting dubious physics, quickly gave way […]
From Engineer to Waterwoman: International Windsurfing Tour Champion Sarah Hauser on the status of women in watersports and trading the ‘safe life’ to charge Pe‘ahi
Standing on the blustery cliff overlooking the Point at Ho‘okipa on a perfect Maui day, I watched as Sarah Hauser launched her rig at the water’s edge. Wetsuit-clad and hefting her windsurf gear – a board with attached mast, boom, and colorful sail – she paused briefly, taking stock of the conditions. Hopping deftly from […]
‘The Essence’ Film Screening at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
“The Essence” Film Screening will be at Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Thursday, January 10th. Filmed by Bud Browne, the father of the surf film genre, “The Essence” evocatively shares the beauty of surfing while pondering the reason why people surf. It’s produced by Bud Browne Film Archives, and it showcases over fifty of the […]
Grand Opening of the Upcountry Skatepark
The Grand Opening of the Upcountry Skatepark will happen on Thursday, December 27th. Anxiously awaited by the Upcountry community and Maui’s many avid skaters, the public is warmly invited to attend the opening ceremony. The new park began construction in March, and now you can see all the hard work that was contributed to create […]
Christmas 5K/1 Mile Walk & Santa’s Keiki Dash at Kaunoa Senior Center in Pa‘ia
There’s a Christmas 5K/1 Mile Walk & Santa Keiki Dash at Kaunoa Senior Center in Pa‘ia on Sunday, December 16th. Presented by Valley Isle Road Runners, this annual holiday run will surely be full of healthy competition and holiday spirit. Santa’s Half Mile Keiki Dash is a race for keiki 8-years-and-under (starts at 7am); the 5K […]
Maui Jim Maui Classic Basketball Tournament at Lahaina Civic Center
The Maui Jim Maui Classic Basketball Tournament will be at Lahaina Civic Center on Friday, December 14th and Saturday, December 15th. Now in its third year, this year’s tournament will be hosted by Oregon State University. The two-day tournament will feature two games per day, ‘ono local food trucks, many opportunities to win Maui Jim […]
New clubhouse plans on exhibit
A preliminary concept for Waiehu Golf Course’s new clubhouse will be displayed during two December events, allowing the public to stay apprised of plans at the county’s only municipal golf course. The first event will be held December 7 at the plaza next to the Historic Iao Theater during Wailuku First Friday festivities. The second […]
‘The Biggest, Nutsest Waves in the World’ – Maui showcases pros at Jaws Challenge and Beachwaver Maui Pro surfing contests
Each winter, a certain energy enters the air over Maui. The salty spray begins to coat everything within miles of the shoreline, and an electricity runs through the North Shore. In the distant Pacific, typhoons and storms generate masses of ocean energy that send swells pumping toward the the island, hitting the shoreline from Ha‘iku […]
USTA Play to Learn Tennis at Kahului Community Center
Attend USTA’s Play to Learn Tennis Clinics at Kahului Community Center on Tuesday, November 20th. The tennis program is open to youth and adults, and is a fantastic opportunity to learn the game of tennis with professional instruction. The clinics are available for beginning, intermediate, and advanced players. For more information, go online. 3:30-6:30pm. Kahului […]
2018 Aloha Classic: The International Windsurfing Tour brings world-class athletes to Maui’s North Shore
The flags are up, the wind is blowing, and sleek athletes from all over the world have taken over the Point at Ho‘okipa – the Aloha Classic is on, and the competition has been fierce as the conditions have ranged from epic to decent. Each year, as fall weather takes over the calm summer swells, […]
Day of Hope 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk For Cancer at Four Seasons Resort Maui
The 2018 Day of Hope 10K Run & 5K Walk For Cancer will be at Four Seasons Resort Maui on Saturday, November 10th. Now in its 29th year, the community is invited to take part in either a 10K run or 5K run-walk (which includes the popular Stroller Run). The scenic course will travel through […]
Foosball Tournament at Down the Hatch in Lahaina
Join a Foosball Tournament at Down the Hatch in Lahaina on Monday, November 5th. Are you a foosball pro? If so, head to the West Side for a one-on-one tournament. Arrive early and learn about winners advance, rules, and details. Here’s a super fun, late-night sporting challenge for the professional gamers. 21+. 10:00pm. Down the […]
Superhero 5K Run/Walk at Keopuolani Regional Park
There’s a Superhero 5K Run/Walk at Keopuolani Regional Park on Saturday, October 27th. Dress as your favorite superhero and join in on this awesome Maui sporting event for Maui United Way. There’ll be a bubble station, water stations, prizes for best costumes, prize drawings, and a lot of healthy fun for the whole family. Early […]
Maui Marathon Events at Westin Maui Resort
Attend a variety of Maui Marathon Events at the Westin Maui Resort on Saturday, October 13th and Sunday, October 14th. On Saturday, there’s a Pre-Race Shakedown (6:45am) for those that want to get a 3-mile practice run in before the main event, and the Maui Marathon and Health Expo starting at 9am. Sunday is when […]
North Shore Run for Doris Todd Academy Students
The 3rd North Shore Run will commence on Saturday, September 29th. The 7.25 mile race will take runners on a hilly course mixed of asphalt and dirt roads in Pa‘ia. All participants will receive an event t-shirt and racing bib, and the top male and female finishers per age category will receive medals. All proceeds […]
Run Forest Run 5k/10k on Front Street
The annual Run Forest Run 5k/10k starts on Front Street this Saturday, September 15th. This morning race is open to all ages and will begin in front of Bubba Gumps. Medals will be given to the top three finishers in each age category. After, attendees and runners can stick around for the Front Street Mile […]
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