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 Waikiki Community Center 25th Annual Ala Wai Challenge presented by Hawaiian Electric Co. scheduled January 24, 2010ala wai challenge 24th jan 25 1009 017.pngala wai challenge 24th jan 25 1009 064.png

WCC 25th ANNUAL ALA WAI CHALLENGE

2010 Race Results click here

WCC 25th Annual Ala Wai Challenge presented by Hawaiian Electric Company returns to Ala Wai Neighborhood Park on  Sunday, January 24, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. till 1:30 p.m.  The event will begin with a traditional Hawaiian blessing at the  Ala Wai Playground & Park which is located at the bottom of University Ave.  Over 20 teams participated in  canoe races, Makahiki games, Hawaiian Marketplace, food, Hawaiian lomi-lomi, canoe taxi across the Ala Wai Canal to event site, and Hawaiian entertainment.

At 8 a.m. the opening ceremony and double-hulled canoe procession will kick off the races. This year, our distinguished honorees are two living Hawaiian water sports legends Hannie Anderson and Tay Perry.  Both are two water sports treasurers in the canoe world and deeply involved with Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA) and Friends of Hokule'a.  Our honorees have inspired many with their involvement and dedication to water sports and Hawaiian culture.

Ala Wai Challenge is an outdoors sports event which encourages team work and community building within the visitor industry by promoting Hawaiian culture among visitors and residents.

Teams of twelve (12) participate in a 1/4 mile canoe sprint along the Ala Wai Canal and obtain points with their skills at the Makahiki Games—accruing points for their team.  The final winner is declared by the very popular Huki Kaula (Tug of War) to determine the winner!  A coveted trophy is presented to the winning team at the award presentation.  Form a team of twelve members and join the fun.  Team registration is $420 and includes a shirt and lunch; all canoe supplies are provided.

Enjoy fabulous entertainment, Tahitian show, craft and art booths, lomi lomi massages and yummy food vendors throughout the day.  Bring the family and have fun at this popular Waikiki event.  A double-hulled canoe will taxi guests across the Ala Wai canal (free of charge) until noon.

2010 Event Sponsors:  Presenting Sponsor:  Hawaiian Electric Company.  Contributing Sponsors: HMSA, Hawaii Tourism Authoriy, Spam, HMSA and Seal Masters of Hawaii

For more information call 923-1802 and ask for Jeff at ext. 109 or for craft booth information contact Denice at ext. 108.  Visit our website for more info!

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Kalihi Sponsors:  HMSA, SPAM and Seal Masters of Hawaii

2010 WCC 25th Annual Ala Wai Challenge Highlights and Race Results

Waikiki Community Center’s 25th Annual Ala Wai Challenge, sponsored by Hawaiian Electric Co., was enjoyed by over two thousand Hawaii residents and visitors on Sunday, January 24, 2010 at Ala Wai Neighborhood Park.  This cultural event showcased how the Hawaiian people competed in these unique sport games, only found in Hawaii, and honored two water sports legends:  Tae Perry and Hannie Anderson. Hundreds lined up on the makai side of the Ala Wai Canal to catch the famous water canoe taxi which ferry them to the event and view the floral double-hulled canoe procession.

 

In addition to canoe racing and Hawaiian Makahiki games, one of the biggest hits was the traditional hand pounded taro booth, fascinating visitors on how poi is made.  This was one of the few events on O’ahu where attendees could experience the ancient sport of Hawaiian culture known as Makahiki.

 

The final results for 2010 are:

Outrigger Canoe Race 2010 Winners

1st Place Novice – Koga Engineering & Construction, Inc.

1st Place Mixed – HMSA

1st Place Women – Paddy Dunn

 

1st Place Men – Group Builders, Inc.

2nd Place Men – Princess Kawananakoa Team

 

Makahiki Games 2010 Winners

1st Place – Princess Kawananakoa Team

2nd Place – Group Builders, Inc.

 

Huki Kaula (Tug of War!) and Overall 2010 Winner!

1st Place – Princess Kawananakoa Team (Holding the record since 2006)

 

The Ala Wai Challenge was made possible through generous community and corporate support.  Mahalo to:  Hawaiian Electric Co., Hawaii Tourism Authority, C&C of Honolulu, Seal Masters of Hawaii, HMSA, SPAM, This Week Magazines, HA.KA Entertainment, New Creations and O’ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA).

 

2010 Canoe Teams:  Aloha State Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Inc., Aqua Hotels & Resorts, Ching Yuen Morikawa, Doubletree Alana Hotel – Waikiki, Group Builders, Inc., Hali’ipua Flowers Team Anekona, Hawaii Human Resources, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaiian Electric Co., (2), Hilton Grand Vacations Club, Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort & Spa, HMSA, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Island Star, Koga Engineering & Construction, Inc., Na Wahine o Ke Kai (Team Anderson), Pankow, Papa Ola Lokahi, Paddy Dunn, PBR Hawaii, Princess Regina Kawananakoa, Rotary Club of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, Spo Navi Hawaii, The Equus Hotel, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa and Young Brothers, Ltd.

 

In Kind Sponsors:    Ahahui o Na Kauka, Board of Water Supply, Mark Brown, C&C of Honolulu Dept. of Parks & Recreation, C&C of Honolulu Division of Urban Forestry, CQ Communications, Inc. Da Spot, Desert Watch Security, Grace Pacific Roadway Solutions, Greeters of Hawaii, HA.KA. Entertainment, Hard Rock Café Honolulu, Hawaii Coffee Company, Hawaii Nature Center, Hawaiian Spring Artesian Water, LLC, Honolulu Zoo, ‘Iolani School, Kamehameha Schools, McDonald’s – Lemon Tree, Neuro Drink, Pacific Paddler, Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company, Plan Pacific, Rainbow Pigeons, Sacred Hearts Academy, Special Event Equipment Inc., Starbuck’s, Straub Hospital, This Week Magazine, Tiki’s Grill and Bar Restaurant, Tokai Pacific University, United Truck Rentals, Waihi’i Farms, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.

 

Cash Donors:  Austin’s Island Maintenance, Inc. & Pono Young.

 

Entertainers & Emcees:   Mike Buck, Ainsley Halemanu & Kaliko o Kapalai Hula Halau, Halau o Na Wahine, Ia Ora o Tahiti Nui, Weldon Kekauoha, Shining Star the Band, Manoa Madness, and Royal Hawaiian Band.

 

On-Site Volunteers:   Alapahoe Canoe Club, Anuenue Canoe Club, Wally & Carol Austin & friends, Kupuna Roy Benham, Chuck Braden, Daysha Bush, Dr. Steve Chinn, Barbara & Steve Cook, Stan Dickson, Joyce Fukata, HPD & Explorers, Jeff Merz, Raylene Noland ER, OHCRA Officials, Roosevelt High School R.O.T.C. and Major Rodney Kimura, Nappy Napoleon, Matthew Tongg & friends, Reverend Dennis Sallas, Sand Island Treatment Center staff & residents, Sheryl Vuillemot, John Whalen, Eric Wong, Esq. & WCC members

 

Vendors/Exhibitors  Akala Dance Studio, Alulike, Da Spot, Division of Urban Forestry, Dept. of Tropical Plants and Soil Sciences, Ea’Ea Designs, Erin’s Shave Ice & Cotton Candy, Genealogy by Richard Souther, Haukeaokalani, Hawaii Nature Center, Hawaiian Electric Co., Joe On the Go, Mana A’i, Partners in Development, Quik Spa, Storm Water Management & UH Manoa Sustainable Division, Tiara Creations, & Ua Reka

 

Thank you to everyone who helped with Ala Wai Challenge Success!

 

 

23rd Annual Ala Wai Challenge, January 27, 2008.

The Ala Wai Canal once again hosted Waikiki Community Center's Ala Wai Challenge on Sunday, January 27, 2008.   The 23rd Annual Ala Wai Challenge is sponsored by Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort with festivities and blessing starting at 8:00 a.m.

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The exciting canoe races and Hawaiian Makahiki games were a big hit throughout the day. 

The Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort is this year’s presenting sponsor, supporting the community and WCC with their sponsorship and community involvement.   Parking is free at Tokai University or along Kapi'olani Blvd.  Be there early to view a beautifully floral decorated double-hulled canoe procession, listen to the melodies of the Royal Hawaiian Band, and participate in the Oli (chant) by the students from Kamehameha Schools Performing Arts.

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With help from brother Nappy Napolean and his Anuenue crewfree canoe shuttles from Ala Wai Blvd. at Olohana Street across the canal to the event site will be provided once again. 

Delicious food, Jamba Juice smoothies, lomi lomi practitioners, Hawaiian crafts and other non-profit education information booths will be available, including a variety of Hawaiian and Polynesian entertainment.  Tahitian and Hawaiian music entertained the crowds and jam to their favorite tunes, sharing their talent with the crowd.

For your team of twelve - 6 for canoe paddeling and 6 for the Makahiki Land Games and join this fun event.  Cost is $420 per team and includes all equipment, event team shirts, lunch, snacks and awards.  Lots of fun and great company/team event.  Call (808) 923 1802 to register your team today!

This year our honorees are: Anona Napoleon and Babe Bell, two water sports legends and long time members of the canoe paddling ohana. 

Crafters and Artists:  Contact Denice or Jeff for booth fees.  $60 if you provide your own tent, $165 and we'll set up your 10'x10' tent, table and 2 chairs.  Call (808) 923-1802 or email denice@waikikicommunitycenter.org for further info.

 
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