The Ama- This is the floating outrigger on the left side of the canoe. This helps the canoe stay balanced in the open water. The Iakos- (Pronounced ya-koos) these are the two wood pieces that nnect the Ama to the hull of the canoe. Seats 2 & 4 ALWAYS LEAN ON THE IAKOS when the crew is not paddling or when the steersman is trying to line-up for a race or docit.