Surfing for those who serve Maui
The 3rd Annual First Responder & Military Honolua Bay Classic Presented by OUTRIGGER Kā’anapali Beach Resort honors those who protect our community, the educators who shape our keiki, and the ocean programs of Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy.
Holding period: Nov 15 – Dec 31, 2026 · Honolua Bay, Maui
One event, three ways to give back
For all they do for our community: Maui’s Police, Ocean Safety, Fire Department, EMS, ER, U.S. Coast Guard and military, past and present.
Honor those who serve
Teachers show up for our keiki every day and play a vital role in shaping who they become. We’re proud to honor the educators shaping the next generation of our community.
Celebrate our educators
Funds raised help Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy bring Maui youth into the ocean through ocean immersion, environmental guardianship and Hawaiian cultural connection.
Support KOA programs
Support the Classic from anywhere
The contest is only for First Responders, Military and Teachers, but everyone can stand with them.
Pre-order a 2026 event shirt or make a donation to Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy.
For those who serve, past and present
The Classic is open only to First Responders (Maui Police Department, Maui Emergency Medical Services, Maui Ocean Safety, Maui Fire Department and U.S. Coast Guard), Maui Emergency Room, Military, and Teachers, both current and retired. It is NOT open to the public.
Join a Team
Are you a current First Responder, Military, ER, or current/former Teacher on Maui? If you are a former First Responder or Military on Maui, please join the “Retiree” team. Please reach out to the following team captains to see how you can participate.
Mahalo to our sponsors!
The 2026 Classic is presented by OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort.
Stay Updated!
Follow @frm_honolua_classic for contest-day calls and updates.
Interested in sponsoring the Classic?
Contact Dylan McCall to discuss what sponsoring entails
Photos from last year’s Classic by Ernie Black and Micah Nickens.