80+

Like-minded paddlers who meet for training sessions, friendly competitions and social events.
OUR MEMBERS

14years

Of the iconic MAKAI Cup - a 22km open ocean paddle race, held every year on the second weekend in February.
EVENTS

50+

Kilometres paddled weekly - minimum! We train on Burrill Lake, and paddle downwinds and offshore from Ulladulla Harbour every week of the year.
ABOUT US

MAKAI Paddlers Society was founded in 2009 and is home to ocean ski, outrigger & paddleboard enthusiasts who meet for training sessions, friendly competitions and social events. The club has grown to over 80 members, with competitive, junior and social members. The MAKAI Cup is our flagship event, held every year on the second weekend in February and brings together paddlers from all over the country looking to race in the best conditions the South Coast has to offer.

Upcoming Events

september

202605sep7:00 am12:00 pmFeaturedJB Run - Race #5 of the 2026 PaddleNSW Harbour Racing SeriesEvent Type :Harbour Paddling

february

202713febAll DayFeaturedMAKAI Cup 2027Event Type :Ocean Paddling

202713febAll DayFeaturedMini MAKAI 10 2027Event Type :Ocean Paddling

Ohana is everything

Ohana means family

MAKAI Paddlers is keen to hear from new members who have their own kayak (K1), surf ski or outrigger canoe. We look for members who fit our ohana culture by joining us at social functions as well as volunteering to help the club run some of the best paddling events in the country!
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