Paddle Into Fitness started in 2010 with Roxy athlete, ocean lifeguard, aquatic EMT, and yoga and fitness instructor Gillian Gibree.
WPA Paddleboard Certifications, Yoga Alliance SUP Yoga Teacher Trainings, & ACE/NASM SUP Fitness Teacher Trainings
Yoga & Fitness Paddleboards, Aquatic Pool Mats, Online Pool Yoga & Fitness Cert, 12-Week Beginner Online SUP Program, Paddle Girl Gear The first location launched in San Diego with beginner lessons and SUP Yoga & Fitness classes before expanding to Orange County. After training instr
uctors throughout Southern California, Gillian recognized the need to create a quality teacher training program for the public. Paddle Into Fitness began offering Paddleboard and SUP Yoga Certifications approved by Yoga Alliance and the World Paddle Association, along with a SUP Fitness program recognized by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), NASM, CanFitPro, and AFAA. Paddle Into Fitness also provides Master Instructor training, enabling graduates to conduct PIF trainings around the world! In addition to certifications, Paddle Into Fitness has created an inflatable SUP Yoga & Fitness Paddleboard specifically designed for yogis and fitness enthusiasts looking to expand their practice to the ultimate studio or gym of all: the water! Our travel-friendly Paddleboard rolls up into a backpack and can be checked at the airport without incurring oversized luggage fees. Beyond yoga and fitness, the board can be used for SUP adventures of all kinds, including fishing, fitness, whitewater, and small wave surfing. In 2015, Paddle Into Fitness launched Float Into Fitness, featuring a curriculum that teaches yoga and fitness using inflatable mats in a pool setting. This certification is available in both a ‘live’ format and an online format approved for CECs from top fitness organizations. To complement our Float Into Fitness pool training, our rectangular pool fitness mat is ideal for creating fun and challenging workouts in the aquatic environment while adding a fresh twist to your yoga or fitness routine. This system is suitable for both indoor and outdoor pools, enabling gyms, recreation centers, resorts, and athletic clubs to conduct yoga and fitness classes on the water. Paddle Into Fitness also offers lessons for individuals and small private groups in Ventura, California. Activities may include beginner lessons, paddle surfing, SUP Yoga, SUP interval training, and ocean paddling. If you cannot meet with us in person, you can always connect with us online through our Intro to SUP & Beginner 12-Week SUP Fitness Online Training Program. Alternatively, you can represent the brand by wearing our Paddle Girl and Paddle Into Fitness gear. Over the years, Paddle Into Fitness has received outstanding reviews from certification graduates and gained international recognition from numerous media outlets, including a cover and feature article on SUP yoga in Yoga Journal Magazine! Paddle Into Fitness has also been highlighted in Shape, The Huffington Post, Self, Yahoo Sports, San Diego Magazine, Reuters, and Fitness Magazine. Our passion for stand-up paddleboarding, yoga, fitness, and the outdoors is contagious, and we at Paddle Into Fitness are excited for you to learn this life-changing sport and incorporate it into a healthy lifestyle!
06/03/2026
Want to get better at paddle boarding but don’t know where to begin? You’re not alone.
And that’s exactly why Paddle Into Fitness created the 12 Week Paddle Challenge!
Most women don’t need more motivation, they need a clear plan, a community and goals.
Within our 12 Week “couch to 5k” challenge you will get stronger in your hoard with step-by-step workouts that will prove real results!
If you’re done guessing and ready to improve
DM ‘PLAN’ to get started or visit the website(link up top)
05/29/2026
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling confident on your paddleboard… Paddle Into Fitness is here to let you know we have the solution.
Our 12 week Paddle Challenge helps you build skills you need. Week by week, helping you learn how to move better, paddle stronger, and progressively trust yourself on the water.
DM “CHALLENGE” for your guide!
05/27/2026
Are you ready to chase the sunsets and KNOW you can make it back to shore in safe amount of time before dark?!
Let us help you find the strength and knowledge you need to not be limited in your adventures this summer!
DM PLAN for your step by step guide for safety and skills you need to have a safe and fun summer unlimited out on the water!
05/20/2026
You don’t need to spend all summer “trying to get better” at paddleboarding.
You need a plan that helps you build confidence, strength, and skill — step by step.
That’s exactly why we created the 12-Week Paddle Challenge 🌊 The Couch to 5K of paddleboarding.
DM PLAN to get started.
05/14/2026
Want to go from sitting on your SUP to actually standing and paddling with confidence?
We got you.
This is what happens when you stop guess how to paddle and start following a method.
Simple, guided, proven paddle method. Build by an expert SUP racer and paddle trainer !! You will build confidence, trust yourself and progress into a powerful paddler.
DM CONFIDENCE if you’re ready to stand up and paddle!
05/01/2026
SUP race training is about so much more than competition. 🌊
For beginners, it can become a powerful practice for building strength, endurance, confidence, resilience, and connection to nature.
Whether your goal is fitness, stress relief, community, or trying something new, paddleboarding offers a unique way to support both physical and mental well-being.
Have you ever wanted to try SUP training?
04/29/2026
Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and comfortable on your board this summer? 🏝️
Our 12-Week Intro to SUP Fitness Beginner Program combines paddle skills, yoga, fitness, and a couch to 5k SUP program to help you level up on the water 🌊
Train from anywhere, build strength + endurance, and fall in love with the paddle lifestyle. ☀️
See the link in bio for more information 🏄🏽♀️
04/20/2026
Real students. Real confidence. Real results. 💙
Heather completed her SUP Yoga & Fitness Certification and is preparing to lead classes in Arizona - safely, confidently, and with purpose. 🌊
04/14/2026
Thinking of getting out on the water this summer? Meet your favorite way to move, our Paddle Into Fitness Inflatable Travel Board. Stable, strong, and made for everything from yoga flow sessions to cruising the coastline.
04/14/2026
Beginner Lesson Teachbacks, Pivot Turns, Race Starts & Finishes, SUP Yoga, Beach Fitness, and Ocean Rescues made for a fun training!