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Mana O Maui offers free afterschool Surf-N-Turf program for teens
Mana O Maui is now accepting applications for their free Surf-N-Turf Afterschool Program, a seasonal adventure experience designed to empower teens and tweens through outdoor exploration and cultural learning. Open to kids ages 11-17, this unique program combines surf therapy, hiking, and Hawaiian cultural practices to foster confidence, teamwork and resilience.
Mana O Maui offers scholarship opportunity for January 2026 Surf Camp program
Mana O Maui is now accepting applications for full scholarships to attend a week-long, all-inclusive Women’s Surf Camp, hosted by Maui Surfer Girls, Jan. 18–24, 2026. These scholarships are dedicated to supporting Maui women who were deeply affected by the Lahaina or Kula fires of 2023 and who would otherwise be unable to attend. Applications are open until Nov. 15, 2025, with recipients to be announced by Dec. 1, 2025.
Maui Surfer Girls founder Dustin Tester celebrates 25 years with first book: ‘Saltwater Sisterhood’
Seabury Hall graduate Dustin Tester got help with her surfing school over the years from two former classmates.
Mana O Maui launches afterschool program, offers teen camp scholarships
Mana O Maui has introduced two programs aimed at empowering teen girls through outdoor adventure and cultural learning: the Surf-N-Turf Afterschool Program and a scholarship for a summer surf camp.
Maui Surfer Girls offering Surf Therapy in May
Maui Surfer Girls is helping individuals overcome fear, anxiety and negative self talk with two different surf therapy programs this May.
New nonprofit Mana O Maui opens applications for Women’s Surf Camp scholarships
Mana O Maui was launched in the spring of 2023 with a mission to create and provide access to empowerment programs utilizing Hawaiian cultural education, adventure education, surf therapy and the healing arts for Maui County residents.
Da Kine Paints and Venture Physical Therapy win at 2022 Mayor’s Small Business Awards
The Maui Chamber of Commerce announced the winners for the 2022 Mayor’s Small Business Awards which include: Da Kine Paints with Owner Michelle Heller – Exceptional Small Business of the Year (10 or fewer employees); and Venture Physical Therapy with Owners Ann and Ted Anderson – Exceptional Small Business of the Year (11 to 39 employees).
