Each year, the world’s windsurfing elite gather on the north shore of Maui, where the Pacific delivers its purest power to one of the sport’s most iconic stages — Ho’okipa Beach Park.
The Aloha Classic isn’t just another competition. It’s a pilgrimage — the place where wave sailors test themselves against nature, against each other, and against the legacy of those who came before them. As the final stop of the PWA x IWT Unified World Wave Tour, this event represents the beating heart of windsurfing in its history, integrity, and community.
In 2025, the Aloha Classic once again reminded the world why Ho‘okipa is hallowed ground. With record-breaking participation, world class conditions, and a global audience tuning in for “Super Sunday” — the biggest broadcast day in professional windsurfing — the season finale delivered a showcase of athleticism and Aloha spirit that will be remembered for years to come.
Masters Division: Generations Collide, Legends Reunite
Ho‘okipa delivered flawless sets for the Masters division which allowed a dynamic roster of wave sailing veterans the perfect opportunity to showcase their lock on experience, quick thinking and wizened talent. The atmosphere on the beach was electric as 36 of the world’s best Masters took to the water, marking the largest field in Aloha Classic history and in any 5-star wave event worldwide.
The lineup was a reunion of icons — Josh Stone, Francisco Goya, Keith Teboul, Kai Katchadourian, Sean Ordonez, Jason Prior, Michi Schweiger, and Craig Yester — a who’s who of wave sailing’s golden era.
When the spray settled, Josh Stone claimed the event Master’s victory, with Keith Teboul, Francisco Goya, and Paul Karolides rounding out the top four. Meanwhile, Michael Friedl was crowned 2025 Masters World Champion, taking home his second consecutive title, an enormous tribute to his consistency, power, and pure love of sport.
The Masters division embodies what the Aloha Classic has always been about: shared passion, mutual respect, and the unbroken thread connecting generations of wave riders.
Men’s Division: Morgan Noireaux Joins the Pantheon
The men’s final was a gladiator’s battle. Morgan Noireaux, Bernd Roediger, Marcilio Browne, and Robby Swift pushed each other to their limits in a display of progressive, high-performance wave riding that captured everything Ho‘okipa demands including precision, flow, and fearless commitment.
Men’s Final Results
1st: Morgan Noireaux
Hawaii – 14.90 pts
2nd: Bernd Roediger
Hawaii – 13.40 pts
3rd: Marcilio Browne
Brazil – 11.96 pts
4th: Robby Swift
UK– 10.93 pts
When the scores came in, Morgan Noireaux stood victorious once again claiming his fourth Aloha Classic title (2014, 2015, 2017, 2025) and etching his name alongside the legendary Robby Naish, who achieved the same feat between 1986 and 1991.
In a symbolic passing of the torch, Marc Paré (Spain) captured the 2025 Men’s World Wave Championship becoming the first new men’s world champion in a decade— a defining moment for the next generation of riders.
Women’s Division: Sarah-Quita Offringa Makes History (Again)
Few athletes embody modern windsurfing’s spirit like Sarah-Quita Offringa. Known for her versatility, charisma, and fierce competitive drive, she once again rose to the occasion in 2025, capturing both the Aloha Classic crown and the overall World Wave title.
Women’s Final Results
1st: Sarah-Quita Offringa
Aruba – 11.50 pts
2nd: Angela Cochran
USA – 10.53 pts
3rd: Lisa Wermeister
France – 8.57 pt
4th: Marine Hunter
France – 7.90 pts
Offringa’s fourth Aloha Classic victory (2016, 2019, 2023, 2025) ties the all-time record held by Angela Cochran In a poetic twist, Cochran herself was in this year’s final, finishing in an impressive second place, four decades after her first win, proving that Ho’okipa’s legends never fade.
That moment, with two eras sharing the same stage, captured the soul of the event. Offringa’s performance was clinical yet graceful, proving why she’s now a five-time World Wave Champion and arguably the most complete female windsurfer in the sport’s modern era.
The Spirit of Ho‘okipa: Decades of Greatness
Over its 41-year history, the Aloha Classic continues to crown champions who define generations of windsurfing. Only four athletes have ever claimed four professional Aloha Classic titles — two men and two women — their names etched permanently into the sport’s history books:
Robby Naish (Hawaii): 1986, 1987, 1989, 1991
Morgan Noireaux (Hawaii): 2014, 2015, 2017, 2025
Angela Cochran (USA): 1989, 1990, 1991, 2000
Sarah-Quita Offringa (Aruba): 2016, 2019, 2023, 2025
From Naish and Cochran’s pioneering days to Noireaux and Offringa’s modern mastery, the 2025 Aloha Classic united windsurfing’s past and future in perfect harmony, proving that Ho‘okipa remains the sport’s spiritual home.
Celebration of Wave Sailing’s Vibrant Community
The Aloha Classic isn’t just a competition. It is a celebration of wind, waves, and the people who dedicate their lives to chasing them. It delivers world class performances, world class broadcasting, and a renewed sense of community that radiates from Maui to the global windsurfing family.
In 2025, as the sun set over Ho‘okipa and the trade winds calmed, one truth was undeniable: the Aloha Classic remains the heart of wave sailing - where legends rise, heroes are born, and the spirit of Aloha continues to inspire generations.
