Makapo
Who does the Makapo Aquatics Project help?
People with disabilities.
Where is Newport Beach?
Southern California near the Pacific Ocean
How many people can ride in an outrigger boat?
Up to 6 people.
Who started the Makapo Project?
John Chavez
What is outrigger paddling?
a water sport
Who helped John Chavez create the Makapo Aquatics Project?
RJ De Rama.
Who can compete in the NAC/Makapo Team Mixed Plate Paddling Team?
Kids with disabilities and their families.
When do the NAC/Makapo Para Outrigger Teams compete?
May to September.
What is the main idea of this article?
The Makapo Aquatics Projects helps people with disabilities learn outrigger paddling.
What are Ohana Days?
Family days.
Who can compete in the NAC/Makapo Para Outrigger Team?
Adults with disabilities.
What does the Balboa Fun Zone include?
A Ferris Wheel, games, restaurants, shopping, beaches, fishing, sailing and surfing.
What helps balance the boats?
floats called outriggers
Why did John Chavez create the Makapo Project?
So that more people with visual impairments could compete in outrigger paddling.