Stand Up Paddleboarding & Personal Training For All Fitness Levels

Aloha! We are a family owned business offering personal training, medical fitness, strength workouts, and stand up paddleboarding, or SUP, experiences for people of all fitness levels and ages.

With years of combined fitness experience, Ohana SUP & Fitness is a total body workout on the ocean in the Florida sunshine with individualized attention. We also offer expert personal training on the beach, at the gym, in your home, and online.

We are certified personal trainers who help people rehabilitate injuries, fight chronic disease through exercise, strengthen their bodies, and inspire an active outdoor lifestyle!

Family-Centered and Women-Owned

Transformed by the beautiful connection to nature and the outdoor lifestyle of Hawaii while on a family trip, we are a mother-daughter team who created Ohana SUP & Fitness in Clearwater, Florida, to share our lifelong love for fitness, health, and wellbeing.

We chose the Hawaiian word ohana for our business, which means family. It felt like the perfect fit for our connection to each other, the community, and the earth.

From One Ohana To Another – Aloha!

Meet Your Mother-Daughter Coaches

Daffodil Hallenbeck

Daffodil is a lifelong fitness enthusiast, accomplished marathoner, and former healthcare administrator who helps others improve the quality of their lives through exercise and well-being. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Central Florida. She is a Certified Personal Trainer by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and has trained clients all over Tampa.

Daffodil specializes in corrective exercise, medical fitness, and SUP. With an infectious positive attitude, a lifelong passion for physical fitness, and natural love for the ocean, she helps her clients achieve results. She’s also a genius at turning a challenging workout into playtime in nature!

Sophia Hallenbeck

Sophia began SUP paddleboarding at a young age, racing competitively across Florida from age eight. She was a team member of the Florida Junior SUP Competition Team and an accomplished four-year track and field competitor at Steinbrenner High School.

Sophia inspires clients with a natural enthusiasm for SUP and intuitive coaching. She is dedicated to fostering enthusiastic young athletes with a love for SUP and connecting her clients to nature and health.

Also a certified personal trainer, Sophia is pursuing an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences with a minor in Nutrition at the University of South Florida. Graduate school to become a Physician Assistant is in her future. In addition, Sophia is also working as a personal trainer at USF’s Recreational and Wellness Center.

Struggling with Getting Results? We Can Help.

If you are dealing with health challenges, your fitness results have plateaued, or worse – you’re utterly bored with your workouts, Ohana SUP & Fitness can change all that. A personal trainer who knows what they are doing will take you to the next level.

We can help you with lasting change and long-term healthy choices so you can live your best life. And best of all? You’ll have a great time while getting results!

SUP paddleboarding and personal training can provide lasting health benefits that will transform your body, mind, spirit, and life.

Here are just a few:

Low impact workout for anyone with any body
Total body workout that feels fun and is effective
Improves your heart health
Tones your abs – without crunches!
Improves your balance

Gets you out into nature
Brings variety into your workout
Boosts your mental well-being
Connects you with a community of outdoor and SUP enthusiasts
Fosters personal accountability for your health

Personal, One-On-One Attention

At Ohana SUP & Fitness, you will not get lost in a sea of beginners feeling discouraged or frustrated. We will guide you every step of the way.

Here is what our valued clients have to say about us:

“I started working with Daff a few months after my back surgery. It had left me extremely weak and I pretty much had to start from scratch on my health and exercise journey. She was very patient and extremely knowledgeable in what exercises were best for me in my recovery. Three years later, I am stronger and healthier than I have been in years. She truly cares and is the best trainer I have ever had!”

– K.F.

Worry Less…Paddle More! Book a Consultation Now.

We can’t wait to meet and train you – let us know “What’s SUP!” Book a consultation now to join the fun by filling out the form below.

Let’s get your paddle on!

Fitness & Paddleboarding FAQs

I’ve never paddleboarded before. What’s my first lesson going to be like?Web.Dev2023-01-18T20:47:16+00:00

I’ve never paddleboarded before. What’s my first lesson going to be like?

Don’t worry! We love introducing beginners to SUP. We will teach you how to get geared up, basic SUP paddling techniques, and tips and tricks.

At your first session, you will learn how to:
• Stand up on the board
• Stay balanced
• Fall safely and get back on
• How to hold a SUP paddle and use different kinds of SUP strokes

For experienced SUP paddleboarders, we’ll teach you more advanced things like how to turn. Keep in mind – even experienced SUP paddlers fall into the ocean. Water is a part of this fun activity!

Pro Tip: If you get worried you’ll fall, bend your knees, squat, or drop onto your knees for stability.

What if I’m not a good swimmer?Web.Dev2023-01-18T20:54:00+00:00

What if I’m not a good swimmer?

That’s ok! We have a personal flotation device for you and will teach you with this in mind. Just let us know.

Do I really need a personal trainer?Web.Dev2023-01-24T16:29:12+00:00

Do I really need a personal trainer?

Are your workouts giving you results? Are you at the weight you need to be? Are you experiencing issues with physical pain related to fitness?

If any of these answers is yes, then a personal trainer is ideal for you. We have dedicated ourselves to helping clients use their bodies in a way that benefits them and nurtures their well-being. We are certified fitness professionals who know how to help you and love doing it. If you are not achieving the results you want, we are the answer to getting you there.

Is paddleboarding safe?Web.Dev2023-01-24T16:29:36+00:00

Is paddleboarding safe?

Absolutely. We will show you the ropes, teach you proper ocean-sharing etiquette, and guide you through the learning process. Everyone makes mistakes from time to time. Shake the water off, get back up on your board, and paddle on!

What are the age requirements? Can my kids join?Web.Dev2023-01-18T20:55:05+00:00

What are the age requirements? Can my kids join?

You bet they can! We consider this a family-friendly activity. We will fit kids with a personal flotation device. Kudos for getting your family involved in outdoor fitness from a young age, so they grow up connected with nature and having fitness as a part of their lifestyle.

We also have mature adults who want to try paddleboarding, too. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let us know so we can guide you.

What if I’m not in good shape?Web.Dev2023-01-18T20:55:17+00:00

What if I’m not in good shape?

There’s never a better time to start. Our one-on-one classes and personal training give you individual attention and any privacy you may need. In fact, we specialize in medical fitness – it’s one of our passions to help people get in shape, improve their health, and reduce their medical risks.

What should I wear to my first lesson?Web.Dev2023-01-18T20:55:34+00:00

What should I wear to my first lesson?

You’ll want reef-safe sunscreen or sunblock, and you may want a hat. A long-sleeved rash guard with sun protection is a good idea over a swimsuit or board shorts.

Pro Tip: Be sure whatever you wear is ok to get wet in the ocean.

Do One Thing Every Day That Involves Movement & Nature

We care about the community we serve and participate in outreach, events, and green initiatives around the Tampa Bay Area. Catch us at the annual Paddle the Bay at Safety Harbor Marina in the Spring!

Below are some links to events involving SUP that you might enjoy. See you on the water!

https://clearwaterbeachclassic.com/
paddleforkids.org
https://paddleguru.com/races
https://tinyurl.com/37s7sech