Imua Outrigger Canoe Club is a non-profit organization that races with our motto “strength, technique, heart” in outrigger canoes up and down the coast of Southern California. Founded in 1970 by Dennis Campbell, Imua Outrigger Canoe Club is comprised of adventure-minded adults of various ages who enjoy competing in the ancient sport of Polynesian outrigger canoeing. With our ohana (family) spirit we are dedicated to mentoring our keikis (kids), preserving the environment, and giving back to the community through various local charities.
In the Hawaiian language, the word “Imua” suggests “to progress” or “to move in advance” toward an objective. Imua is likewise used to indicate loyalty to all things Hawaiian or to share a deep dedication to support a feeling, an idea, a person or a reason. It is additionally used as the Hawaiian equivalent of “charge,” so you will commonly hear it at canoe races. It is fitting that a person of the historically finest and also winningest canoe clubs in California (and also the globe) is named IMUA. Our athletes have and do include Olympians, expert ball players, as well as achieved, elite athletes.