We have the ONLY Paddlefit AND Yoga Alliance certified instructor on the Forgotten Coast!. Looking to try Stand Up Paddleboarding? Island Fit Stand Up Paddleboard & Yoga provides people of all ages and levels of fitness a unique "on the water" experience. Island Fit classes are perfect for those who want to learn how to Stand Up Paddleboard from a certified instructor.
Already know how to stand up paddleboard? Come out and enjoy a guided excursion or SUP Yoga class! Stand Up Paddling is great for ANY age and ANY level of water experience! We can customize your lesson to "FIT" your ideal paddling adventure. All Island Fit classes are held on the pristine shores of St. George Island by certified Paddle Fit trainer's Samantha and her father Daniel Fortunas.
Already know how to stand up paddleboard? Come out and enjoy a guided excursion or SUP Yoga class! Stand Up Paddling is great for ANY age and ANY level of water experience! We can customize your lesson to "FIT" your ideal paddling adventure. All Island Fit classes are held on the pristine shores of St. George Island by certified Paddle Fit trainer's Samantha and her father Daniel Fortunas.
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My name is Samantha Fortunas and I am the founder of Island Fit Stand Up Paddleboard and Yoga. I have deep roots in the St. George Island area. My grandfather was born in the quaint city of Apalachicola. His parents, Greek immigrants, came to the area to pursue the family legacy of sponge diving. Our family, The Fortunas Family, also once owned Little St. George Island, the island directly west of main St. George.
All of our lessons are weather permitting. Please allow for some flexibility when scheduling. Wind and water conditions can vary from beach to bay. Calmer water conditions are typically in the morning. If bad weather is expected, plan to book your lesson earlier in the week to allow for rescheduling.
We offer private or group lessons with one-on-one instruction. A one hour lesson teaches novice paddlers how to stand on a board, correctly hold a paddle, and includes basic strokes and turns. Beginners will be able to stand up paddle using correct technique in a fun and laid back atmosphere. Most of our lessons are held on the bay side of St. George Island in a sheltered location that provides calm waters.
Enjoy letting go of the stresses you carry from day to day. Feel the sand in your toes as you focus on deep breathing and stretch while practicing gentle yoga on St. George Island's beautiful sandy beaches. There's no better way to do yoga than with the waves breaking softly nearby and the breeze blowing gently.
Watch FCTV on your local station while staying on St. George Island or check out ForgottenCoastTV.com and be sure to stay tuned for upcoming Stand Up with Sam Episodes!. Stand Up with Sam as she explores the local bait shop then paddleboards out to catch some yummy trout! For more fishing info check out www.fishforgottencoast.com.
Reviews (6)
Kit Chapin
Nov 21, 2018
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Capt Tim Sgt Peterson Sgt Peterson
Sep 23, 2018
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Samantha is a wonderful person full of light. She is passionate about what she does and it shows. She not only talks the talk, but she walks the walk. I owned a PT, Bootcamp and Kickboxing’s gym for 7 years in Minneapolis. I have consultanted at gyms in NY, CA, MN, WI, IL, NJ, PA. I have also worked at and owned gyms in NV, FL, and MN. After recruiting and training hundreds of fitness professionals over the last 20 years I can tell which ones have it. Samantha defiantly does. It is rare to find this type of professional outside of a big city. Take advantage of this experience while on the beach
Eliza N.
Apr 13, 2018
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Jenneth Lardner
Jan 29, 2017
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Sarah R.
Jul 09, 2016
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Sam is fantastic! She made me feel extremely comfortable on the paddle board and I had a blast! She is a great teacher :)
I also went to beach yoga which was relaxing and fun! Sam was able to communicate effectively even out on the open beach! With the sound of the waves and warmth of the sun it is rivals some of the best yoga studios I have been to!
I also went to beach yoga which was relaxing and fun! Sam was able to communicate effectively even out on the open beach! With the sound of the waves and warmth of the sun it is rivals some of the best yoga studios I have been to!
Nikki W.
Jun 24, 2015
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I took a Tuesday morning yoga class on the beach and it was absolutely perfect! Sam is a great teacher! She calmed my nerves while also going around and pushing us slightly deeper into the poses. It was relaxing, rejuvenating, and a perfect start to the day. Plus you can't beat the view and sounds of the waves in the background!