The Battle of the Paddle is on in Hawaii, June 12 & 13 at Duke Kahanamoku Beach.

It's a stand-up paddle festival that includes a series of races and demos for all ages and skill levels. Celebrating the exciting rebirth of the sport that began in Waikiki.

Staged at historic Duke Kahanamoku Beach , the Battle of the Paddle is more than an ordinary standup paddle race.  There is a massive cash purse of over $25,000 up for grabs.

An Open Age-Group race, relay races, as well as kids races. At the last Battle of the Paddle in California, the Open Age-Group Race had the largest SUP field ever assembled. The Hawaii race is promising to be even bigger.

If you're new to stand-up paddling, there will be a full on SUP Expo where you can meet the world's best shapers and manufacturers, and check out the latest designs and innovations.

Kanalu will be on site shaping ancient style surfboards and providing cultural education and a surfboard history exhibit. Na Kama Kai will also be there with their ocean awareness program, children's activities and free kids SUP races throughout the weekend.

Watch video's of past Battle Of The Paddle events, and a live feed direct from the event website.