Lokahi Outrigger Canoe Club

Sunday temperatures didn’t have us feeling chilly at all, with ridiculously warm thoughts in our heads.🤭🙌🥶Lokahi Outrigger Canoe Club

This morning, Sunday's women's crew paddled under fluffy clouds and a calm lake to log some strong kilometers. 🙌🤙
Not long now Hamilton Island Cup 2026

Two crews hit the water this morning - the men's crew, and the women’s crew with Mat. We are wearing a few extra layers, but it does not take long to warm up. Well done, everyone. 🙌💪

Beautiful share Northern Rivers Outrigger Canoe Club very true for so many 🤙

Lately I’ve had a few really honest conversations with people about outrigging and mental health. More than one person has quietly said ‘this sport saved me.’

And honestly I get it.

There’s something powerful about being out on the water. The paddle rhythm. The early mornings. The teamwork. The salt. The moments of silence between conversations. The feeling of being held without needing to explain yourself. Knowing we’re coming home to land and our own hearts safely.

Outrigging doesn’t ask you to be perfect. Some days you show up strong, some days you show up tired, grieving, anxious, overwhelmed disconnected any myriad of life but somehow the canoe still carries you home.

I think a lot of us come for the excitement of paddling but stay because of what it gives us emotionally. Connection. Purpose. Belonging. Nervous system reset. Adventure. Laughter. Routine. Clears the head. Moves the body. Peace. Spirit. Friendships. Strength.

So if you’ve ever felt like outrigging helped carry you through something/s hard you’re definitely not alone and if you need this get in touch we’re here🤍

Sunday morning, adding the kms with big hearts and great energy 🤙

The autumn energy for this morning's paddle was truly electrifying in all three crews that hit the water. We are thrilled to have some newer steerers in the club who helped us all get out on the water today for a super Saturday session 🤙✨

Happy Mother’s Day 🤙❤️