• CLASS 006 HILO, HI

    Welcome aboard cadets: Micah Mahuna, Poikeao Roback, Kahili Moniz, Trenten Silva, Tristen Denis-Silva, Ke’alenui Moniz, Meiling Kam, Danen Freitas, Joseph “Kepa” Lyman, Kekoa White, Tevita Hala Latu, Reece Ventura, Nicholas-Ryder Cabreros, Scotty Matautia, Reivyn-Grace Kekaualua-Nacis, Saire Iseri, Saul Gutierrez and Bryant Respicio Mercado.

  • CONGRATULATIONS!

    Welcome to the Fire Service! Ho’omau Fire Academy Cadets NOW Federal Firefighters (L to R): Jonathan Akaka, Kia’i Ramos, Noah Feato and Tanner Wright!

  • CADETS ASSIST IN LAHAINA FIRE

    13 Cadets and 3 Instructors volunteered to assist with the Maui Relief Effort.

  • CAPTAIN DOUGLAS C. BARBIETO LAID TO REST

    The Ho’omau Fire Academy and Local F263 attended the IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs, CO to honor the late Capt. Douglas Barbieto.

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PERSEVERANCE Episode 2

Featuring Cadet Noah Feato, now a firefighter in the Federal Fire Department, Class of 2023. Each docuseries episode of Perseverance chronicles a cadet’s journeys and shares their “Why.” Perseverance is an HFA co-creation and is produced by Cadet Branden Simon. Click to view past episodes.

Our Mission

To invest in our youth by providing professional development and mentorship for kids and young adults between the ages of 16-24.

About Us

The Ho’omau Fire Academy (HFA) was founded in 2022 by a group of firefighters in Honolulu, Hawai’i. Our organization offers tuition-free immersive courses for 16-24 yr. olds aspiring to become community service professionals. The curriculum includes career-building guidance, interpersonal skills development, as well as first-hand experience with the physical rigor of firefighter training and EMS practices.