Wahines coaches

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ROBIN MAC LEAN - Head Coach

Robin started paddling with Hanohano in 1991 and has been coaching the women since 2002. She was the assistant coach to founder Rena Horcajo for 4 years prior to becoming Head Coach. Her philosophy supports the ideal of "Ohana" with the ambition to compete at the highest level. The Hanohano Women's program puts  more teams on the podium  than any other San Diego Club, and most SCORA clubs.  Every paddler has a fair and equal experience at practices, with safety being a priority.  Paddlers are expected to cross train for fitness and come to practice for technique and blending work. Everyone is expected to help with equipment and fund raising to keep the club successful and prospering.


Paddling Accomplishments

  • 2018 - 2nd place overall at Vaka Eiva, Cook Islands

  • 2017 - 3rd place overall Catalina Crossing, US Outrigger Chanmpionship (Top 5 since 2000)

  • 2013 - 3rd place overall Olamau, Hawaii

  • Hamilton Island, Australia - 3rd place overall 

  • Liberty Cup, New York - 1st place overall

  • Pailolo, Maui - 3rd place Iron Division

  • Na Wahine O Ke Kai, Molokai - 7 crossings, top 10 overall in 4 of them

  • Howes Sound, Vancouver BC - 1st place overall

  • OC-2 Catalina Relay Challenge - 1st place in division 4 times (Team still holds the course record!)

  • Dragon Boat Paddling - US National Team 3 years. Attended World Championships in Poland and China.

Assistant Coaches

  • Susan Wynn

  • BJ Wiliston

  • Suzanne Serafin

  • Katy Grubbs