Kira Maixner
Kira is a USCG-licensed Master Mariner, American Sailing Master Instructor, and offshore sailor who loves helping people find their confidence on the water. Her experience spans Atlantic and Pacific crossings, offshore racing, deliveries, and over a decade of teaching.
She's raced the Pacific Cup, coached women's sailing teams, and helped sailors of all backgrounds stretch their skills. What really lights her up? Creating more opportunities for women to take the helm, sail fast, and go farther. Hawaii100 brings all those passions together. Currently Kira is the Director of Sailing Certification and Instruction at American Sailing.
In 2026, Kira finished first in ORR 3 at the Pacific Cup, third in the Express 37 class at the Rolex Big Boat Series, and second at the Express 37 Nationals. She also campaigned the Santa Cruz 52 City Lights in the 2024 Pacific Cup and skippered the return delivery. Her recent sailing includes San Francisco Bay racing and coaching women's race teams.

