Hawaii Academy - Waipahu
Hawaii Academy offers a variety of sports and fitness programs, including gymnastics, martial arts, and dance, for children and adults in Waipahu and Honolulu.
▌ Editor's read The Hawaii Academy website loads as a real camp site, offering various programs for children and adults. It is not accredited by the ACA. The 'About Us' page states that the academy was founded by Dr. Alan L. Wong and has been operating for over 40 years, indicating a long history. The program type appears to be day camp, focusing on sports and fitness activities like gymnastics, martial arts, and dance. The owner type is likely for-profit, given its structure as a sports academy. Google reviews for 'Hawaii Academy' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 144 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive environment. Social media handles found include @hawaiiacademy on Instagram and HawaiiAcademy on Facebook. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios.
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Since 198640+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 1–21
Hawaii Academy - Waipahu sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1986 (40 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Sports
- Ages: 1–21
- Address: 94-216 Hanawai Circle, Waipahu, HI 96797, USA
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Hawaii Academy - Waipahu
- What ages does Hawaii Academy - Waipahu accept?
- Hawaii Academy - Waipahu is open to children ages 1–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Hawaii Academy - Waipahu cost?
- Hawaii Academy - Waipahu doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Hawaii Academy - Waipahu?
- Hawaii Academy - Waipahu is operated by a private business, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Hawaii Academy - Waipahu provide lunch?
- Hawaii Academy - Waipahu does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Hawaii Academy - Waipahu with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Sports summer camps guide · Check coaching style, intensity, safety, and logistics.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.