Three for Free runs in February before race season kicks off, but that doesn't mean you have to wait. Reach out to us and we'll find a spot for you at practice. Just know that during race season our boats fill up fast; active members and race crews get priority seating, but we'll do our best to get a paddle in your hands.

Yes - once the iron season wraps up in late June we open our summer paddling membership. You get access to the 9-man season, off-season paddling, and all club benefits. It's also a great way to experience PKO before committing to a full season next year.
Please be aware, this is intended for experienced paddlers only. If you are new to outrigger, we’d love to have you join us when we open up our demo days in February.

Absolutely! We'd love to have you. Full-time students under 25 enrolled in 12 or more credits qualify for our Student Membership at $200 per season. Same access as full membership, half the price. Come find out why paddling beats the rec center.

Nope. We provide everything — the canoe, paddles, and PFDs. Just show up with:

• Athletic clothes you can get wet in

• Sunscreen

• A water bottle (no metal bottles in the canoe)

• A hat or sunglasses if you need them

We'll handle the rest.

No assigned seats - seat placement is based on the boat's needs, crew balance, and your developing skills. Coaches make seating decisions based on what's best for the crew as a whole. As you develop your skills and experience, you'll naturally find your place in the boat (and that will likely change around).

Before paddling without a PFD (life jacket) you'll need to complete a 100 meter swim in the ocean or bay, observed by PKO coaches — just enough to confirm you're safe in the water. You don't need to do it your first time out. Until you pass it you'll paddle with a PFD provided by the club. No pressure, no judgment — just a safety requirement we take seriously.

Full membership opens before race season each year — typically late winter. Mid-Season membership opens after iron season wraps up in late June. Sign up for our newsletter and we'll let you know when registration is open so you don't miss your window.

During race season (March–October) we practice out of Avila Beach on California's Central Coast.

In the off-season (November–February) we move to the sheltered waters of Coleman Park in Morro Bay.

Both locations are beautiful — Avila is open ocean, Morro Bay is a calm bay paddle when winter weather rolls in.

SCORA stands for the Southern California Outrigger Racing Association — the governing body for competitive outrigger canoe racing in Southern California. PKO competes as a SCORA member club, which means we follow their rules, race in their events, and register our paddlers through their system. You'll need a SCORA ID to complete your PKO registration — you can get one free at scora.org/login.

You don't need to be an elite athlete to try outrigger — but it helps to have a baseline of fitness.

If you can swim 100 meters, handle a moderate workout, and show up ready to learn, you'll be fine. The sport builds your fitness quickly. Most people are surprised by how hard it is and how fast they improve.