The Sacred Traditions of Makahiki – Ceremonial Protocol and Religious Practices
Makahiki Athletic Association
PERPETUATING TRADITIONS THROUGH SPORTS
2,500 Keiki Helped
In 2023, the MAA Sports Program set out to enable 1,000 children to engage in Hawaiian sports by 2024. We're thrilled to announce that we've achieved this milestone in just one year. Inspired by the resilience and determination of the athletes we assist, we've redoubled our efforts. Today, we proudly declare that we've not only met our initial goal but are committed to extending our reach to every child in Hawaii!"
Our Purpose
The aim of the MAA is to promote, direct, supervise, and regulate cultural athletic programs in which participants receive cultural education, training, and the opportunity to excel on and off the field.
​Congratulations
Lahaina!
Join us next year at the 2025
Maui High School
Makahiki Championships!
Mahalo nui to our 2024 Maui High School Makahiki Championship Sponsors:
Maui County OED
Maui High School
Na Pua O Maui
Island Ice and Water
Living Way Church
Hui O Wa'a Kaulua
Help us grow!
​Seeking Sponsors for our 2025
Maui Makahiki Championships!
Our Core Service
Cultural Sports Development
Cultural Education and History
Sports Education and Training
Competition and Awards
Imua e na Poki'i
We are dedicated to creating cultural programs that engage communities!
Forging a new future by remembering the past!
Bright Futures
Student athletes are more likely to get higher grades and aspire to attend college
Mental Health
Student athletes are less likely than non-athletes to be depressed.
Physical Health
Student athletes who play team sports are less likely to smoke cigarettes or use other illicit drugs.
Real Voices, Real Impact
Ulu Maika In Every Home
Rolling Tradition Foward
Embrace the Past, Roll into the Future
We're on a mission to teach you how to make an Ulu Maika. We will reach into every home, school, and community across Hawaii. Why? Because we believe in the power of play to unite, educate, and perpetuate our rich Hawaiian heritage.
Stay tuned!