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Maui News, January 24th:
“ Kudos to Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui and Tommy Callan of Beach Boy Events for putting on a wonderful, free stand-up paddling event for women Jan. 9.
They pulled together an amazing array of sponsors and helping hands to put women out on the water, some of us for the first time on a stand-up paddle board. As one of those beginners, I felt very well cared for, even though on the day of this event – with some 300 women and their boards showing up on the beach in front of the Four Seasons Resort – there was a serious shore break.
In addition to putting on a great fitness-oriented program with a slew of prizes for participants, Suzie and Tommy seemed to have pulled in a significant portion of the stand-up community on Maui to help. I especially appreciated the “board caddies,” a bunch of very fit and helpful gentlemen, who helped us with our boards and got us safely in and out of that hairy shore break.
Although I spent a lot more time in the water and climbing back onto my board than I did standing up, I had a great time, and I hope the event raised lots of funds for the American Breast Cancer Foundation.”
Jill Engledow
Wailuku
http://www.mauinews.com/page/content.detail/id/527962.html
Thank you Jill for your kind words and comments about the board caddies and all the volunteers, and especially the Four Seasons Resort Maui who contributed hugely to the day’s success and fun. We’re all so glad you attended and particiated in all the fun!
For more information on the SUP event of the year, and to see a short news video clip click here:http://www.standuppaddlingfitness.com/2010/01/mauis-womens-sup-event-huge-success-despite-heart-pounding-surf-check-out-video/
Suzie and Tommy!
  
 Dr. Susanne Bennett It was a joy to meet Susanne and learn of her journey to Maui for our special day. Her genuine, warm smile was contagious. As an experienced SUP paddler, she even brought her own board and her passion for the sport was quite obvious!
Her professional interests are in integrative and lifestyle medicine- specializing in chronic illnesses, allergies, environmental medicine, nutrition and detoxification.
I really appreciate her kind words that she wrote and I wanted to share the following:
“Hi Suzie and Tommy,
Suzie, as promised here is some of my thoughts about the fabulous event that you created with Tommy.
The first information I received about your Stand up for Women and Health event was from my newsletter from www.supsurfmag.com. It was only one month away but I was determined to register and find some flights from SoCal to Maui! The location of the event in Wailea was perfect even with the intense shore break and Four Seasons Resort gave their best support and hospitality. From the moment I got to the registration booth I knew that it would be a very special day for me and that I would feel it close to my heart.
Everyone listened and received the beautiful Hawaiian chant and prayer, safety information and happily joined in on the warm-up exercises by Suzie. I could feel that each one of us ladies were here for many different purposes. We were all from different ages groups, nationalities and athletic levels and were here to feel the love and joy for ourselves, women and well being. I was honored to be in this community of paddling waterwomen- we share and receive energy, vitality and strength from the water.
The board caddies and all the volunteers provided safe launches into the water through the big waves as well as getting back to the beach after the paddle. I entered the long paddle headed by Anne-Marie Reichman and with so many women on the water, I felt this sense of oneness with the beautiful waters of Wailea as well with my feminine side- my non-competitive and loving side. What topped the day was the magical humpback whales breaching during our paddle to Makena Beach and back. We must have seem over 20 breaches and each one was so divine!
 After we got back to shore, I felt so alive and peaceful. The Exhibitors and vendors gave out tasty drinks, food and information about their products. And it was so much fun for us to receive the donated gifts! They were awesome! Next year, I want to win the grand prize-a brand new SUP board!
Thank you Suzie and Tommy for providing this gathering, not only for the love of the water and paddling but also to bring awareness to our beautiful bodies and health. Stand up paddling is one of the best ways to keep your heart open and body strong which is a great start to prevention of all illnesses including cancer. Please count me in for next year’s Stand Up for Women and Health, I will definitely make a commitment to join you every year.”
Mahalo and Aloha,
Susanne
Dr. Susanne Bennett, CEO
Wellness For Life Center, www.drsusannebennett.com
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 Aloha Everyone! I’d like to introduce Tiffany Ward, Pro Team Rider for Starboard will be attending and assisting for STAND UP For Women’s Healthy & Fitness January 9th, 2010 at the Four Seasons Resort. This girl and rip and did you know she is also a famous culinary artist and gourmet chef?
TIffany has kindly offered to volunteer her water woman skills to coach our gals in the water and offer a friendly tip or two. She is a great instructor and is always smiling with great enthusiasm. She is an inspiration to us all and we are stoked for her to join us.
Here’s a little more information about Tiffany:
Tiffany started windsurfing at a young age(5hrs.) in Utah and Oregon. Thanks to her parents, who are both avid windsurfers themselves, she became quiet the sailing enthusiast. Her passion and drive for windsurfing launched her into a professional windsurfing career. After graduating from Culinary school, she moved to Maui and begin touring on the PWA World tour. Competing on the World tour for a couple years, she found Maui to offer the best conditions and arena to excel in.
Being a part of the Pro Star-board team, Tiffany has access to many of the new SUP boards and prototype’s. A new comer to the sport of SUP, she quickly embraced the up and coming sport with open arms.
”SUP is a good intro to the ocean for new comers and provide an excellent workout/training for all water-enthusiast”.
Not only is Tiffany a professional Windsurfer and water women, she is a Gourmet Chef as well. Tiffany has a degree in culinary arts from the CCA in San Francisco, CA and is the owner of Maui Catering Services. (www.mauicateringservices.com) Providing excellent food and service for weddings, retreats, and private clientele…
Tiffany writes, “Living and Playing in Maui has been a dream come true. Maui’s
lifestyle has turned me into a true Water-Women and I love it… ”
 
Tiffany is a beauty! She inspires many and I’m sure she’ll inspire you too!
She is sponsored by:
Starboard
Severne sail
Dakine
Chinook
Pakaloha suits
MCS
A big mahalo Tiff for making our day extra special!
Your fan, Suzie
A big Mahalo to DJs Charles Oreve and Del Sol for generously volunteering their time, talent and groovy tunes to keep us mov’n and groov’n. If you don’t come for the paddle, come check these guys out!
DJ CIA (Charles Oreve) grew up in Paris, France. Starting in 1995, he was playing in several of the French capital’s prestigious establishments as well as in the French Riviera, hosting high profile guests such as international models and celebrities. Currently he resides on Maui, where he broadens peoples’ musical palettes with his European influence. He is involved with the highly popular House of S.I.N. at Ambrosia Ultra Lounge on Thursday nights and has played at all the major venues on the island.
 Charles and Dell
Dj Del Sol (Felipe Delgado Jr.) grew up in Los Angeles, California where he started his DJ career in 1991. Although too young to get into the major club scene, he made his mark on the underground house scene with his natural talent and ability to move a crowd. From 1995-2005 Del Sol lived in Honolulu, Hawaii where he continued to mesmerize crowds and played along side some of the worlds most talented dj’s. His residencies included the WonderLounge at The W Hotel, The Blue Room at Indigo, and Pussy Cat Lounge at the now defunct Wave Waikiki.
Since moving to Maui in 2005, Del Sol has teamed up with Dj CIA to create a unique following consisting of the islands’ sophisticated party people. They are proud to provide their guests a safe and fun- filled atmosphere where they can listen to the most progressive music that is making people move around the world.
 
SUP Maui!
Support women’s health and fitness.
Trisha Smith
POSTED: December 31, 2009
Girl power! Beginner Emily Bartow glides across South Maui’s waters during a woman’s clinic with Suzie Cooney this fall. Come join the bold and beautiful women of Maui and abroad for a day of fun in the sun during the “Stand Up for Women’s Health & Fitness” event at Wailea Beach on Saturday, Jan. 9.
Stand up paddle (SUP) surfing is making big waves across the globe and Maui is at the forefront of its emerging popularity.
Hoe he‘e nalu (or SUP surfing) is a water sport rooted in Hawaiian heritage and you can spot several enthusiasts on any given day off our picturesque shores.
It’s sometimes referred to as “Beach Boy Surfing,” yet “Maui’s premier fitness trainer” Suzie Cooney (www.suzietrainsmaui.com) is making it all about the girls this time around.
Join this multi-talented fitness professional and over 100 courageous women from Maui and beyond for the “Stand Up for Women’s Health & Fitness” event on Saturday, Jan. 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wailea Beach, outside the Four Seasons Resort Maui.
This free, noncompetitive event was put together to promote healthy lifestyle choices and self-confidence for women through sport, nutrition and self-awareness.
The event is free in order to promote breast cancer education, in hopes participants will make donations to the American Breast Cancer Foundation.
Visit www.standuppaddlingfitness.com to register for the SUP event and to donate to this important cause—the fight against a cancer that kills an estimated 40,000 American women each year, according to the American Cancer Society.
“We are all very lucky to be healthy enough to enjoy this day, but there are many others that are not,” said Suzie. “Your donations mean so much.”
Suzie and organizers, including event co-host Tommy Callan of Beach Boy Events, have worked diligently to put together some amazing prizes for the raffle at 1 p.m. (You must be pre-registered and present to win.)
Some of the goodies include an awesome new Starboard SUP board, along with a variety of designer beach eyewear, swimwear, accessories and more.
Not only is SUP a great core workout, but it also brings together individuals from all walks of life who can share in the camaraderie of the sport. Suzie promises SUP can “improve your balance, endurance, strength and mindset.”
Working with the cool and calm Suzie and “the girls,” you will enjoy patient, guided instruction from professionals and experience the “surfer’s glide” sensation.
And don’t be intimidated, ladies—all skill levels, from novice to professional, are welcomed. It’s not a race—just a fun activity with friends. Even if it’s your first time, there will be plenty of experts to assist you.
“The Four Seasons is the ideal location to introduce SUP to beginning enthusiasts,” said Callan, a professional instructor. “It has a beautiful beach and its calm, clear waters offer the ideal safe paddling conditions.”
Women of all shapes, sizes and ages have the choice of three paddle runs: First-timers/beginners may want to choose group paddling in the bay, with beach caddy assistance; Starboard Pro Team Rider Anne-Marie Reichman will lead the long distance paddling for the intermediate/advanced; and Suzie will lead the fast-paced, short distance runs for beginner/intermediate.
Round out your exciting morning with healthy refreshments while listening to inspirational guest speakers. There will also be a hula performance and lessons for those interested.
“This day is to surely be a very special day and a great way to start the new year,” said Suzie.
Tell all the special ladies in your life not to miss this unique international event. You may discover SUP as a new hobby, make some lifestyle changes and meet a few soul sisters along the way.
Call Suzie at 283-2121 or Callen at 250-3748. Make sure you visit www.standuppaddlingfitness.com for more information and register today. Organizers advise bringing your own board or rent one. There will be a limited number of spares.
Check out the helpful “Intro to SUP” video online to get you started.
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Thanks to Malika Dudley of KGMB 9 News, and Todd Bradley of C4 for supporting our event. Here’s a quick video of the live news segment, yesterday December 30th, 2009. If the videos don’t work on your computer click here:
http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/global/story.asp?s=11748430
STAND UP For Women’s Health
Posted: Dec 30, 2009 9:52 AM Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:55 AM
Featured Videos
- STAND UP For Women’s Health I – see 1st video above
- STAND UP For Women’s Health II – see 2nd video above
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Stand up paddling has become the newest craze for fitness enthusiasts. An event on Maui, has women “getting on their feet” to support the American Breast Cancer Foundation. Malika is live at Ala Moana beach with details.
Come celebrate women’s health and fitness through the sport of stand up paddling, listen to inspirational guest speakers, meet women pro SUP riders, Tiare Lawrence and Anne-Marie Reichman, support The American Breast Cancer Foundation, learn to hula, and win amazing prizes from our official sponsors just for participating.
Stand Up for Women’s Health and Fitness at the Four Seasons Wailea on Maui. This event is a Free, non- competitive, women’s stand up paddling event. “The Four Season’s is the ideal location to introduce Stand Up Paddling to beginning enthusiasts. It has a beautiful beach and its calm, clear waters offer the ideal, safe paddling conditions. Plus it’s on Maui, the best place in the world! You might even see a few sea turtles and whales!” says professional instructor and event co-host Tommy Callan of Beach Boy Events.
STAND UP For Women’s Health
Wailea Beach
Official Website: www.standuppaddlingfitness.com
Aloha,
Due to the overwhelming response, the cut off date to register for this event, STAND UP For Women’s Health & Fitness Event, January 9, 2010, will be Thursday, January 7, 2010.
We will take walk up registrations, but only until 8:30am. The table will then close. The event begins at 8:30am
To register click here or go to www.standuppaddlingfitness.com
Any questions, call Suzie at 808-283-2121 or Tommy 808-250-3748. Or you may email at info@standuppaddlingfitness.com
See you then!
Suzie
 Aloha and Merry Christmas! As we approach the New Year, it’s time for many of us to take special inventory of family, life and our own personal health. I am so thankful for being on Maui and to stand up paddle or surf on Christmas; a tradition in my house!
Not everyone is as lucky to live in Maui, eat fresh fish, and simply enjoy the natural healthy lifestyle that surrounds us. But even if you are in the coldest place in the world, you can embrace health even in the simplest ways:
1. Make YOU a priority each and every day to exercise or do an activity you enjoy.
2.Embrace your life as it is today, and strive hard to make everlasting healthy lifestyle choices. Surround yourself with people that challenge you, inspire you and believe in you. It really makes a difference! I like to surf or do sports with people that are pretty aggressive. It keeps me on my toes and makes me a better surfer. I also have several mentors that act as my compass. Who is your compass?
3. Look in the mirror and like what you see. Having a healthy body image and loving yourself inside and out is contagious and I think very attractive.
People with negative body images have a greater likelihood of developing an eating disorder and are more likely to suffer from feelings of depression, isolation, low self-esteem and obsessions with weight loss.
I often come across training clients who have a vision of how they want to see themselves vs. who they really are and how their bodies are made. Genetics, medical conditions and other physiological factors play a role in how our bodies take shape.
4. Forget New Years resolutions…. they don’t work. Chunk it down and be realistic with your fitness goals. People expect not to keep their resolutions so it’s almost self defeating. Treat your goals as a process or journey. Reward yourself with a new workout top, new surf board, or whatever makes you happy!
Lastly, reflect back and see where you are now and where you want to go; in life, love and health.
Wishing you all that you love to come your way. Be strong in every step you take. Try something new!
Happy Holidays,
Suzie www.suzietrainsmaui.com
 Photos by Simone Reddingius :http://www.flickr.com/photos/by-simone/
I’d like to introduce to you Anne-Marie Reichman, professional team rider for Starboard to lead the long distance paddle for STAND UP For Women’s Health & Fitness Event, at the Four Seasons Resort Maui, Wailea Beach, January 9, 2010.
She is a delight and really rips! As a professional water woman, her experience will be welcomed and an inspiration to all. More about Anne-Marie:
The first of November 1974 Anne-Marie Valeria Reichman was born in Leeuwarden, a city in the northern province of the Netherlands. She started with classical ballet, jazz ballet and piano lessons early in life. At 16 years old she chose to focus on her latest passion; windsurfing. It led her to many lakes (flat water) all over the country and to a Dutch championship title at 19 years old. After high school she chose Scheveningen as her new home; a cute little fishing town on the Dutch west coast. Competitions were over now, for she studied on the Sport Academy and learned to windsurf in the Dutch North Sea waves. Good times. A few years later her first international travels started in countries like Denmark, Sweden, South Africa and Maui (’97). There she got introduced to the big waves and got infected again with the virus to compete; this time in the windsurfing discipline WAVE. Her debut in the PWA (professional windsurfing association) World Cup was in ’98. Besides competing, Anne-Marie made a pact with herself to travel to a new country or place every year to discover the world, new cultures, different languages and off course new waves. She wrote down her travel experiences for magazines and published them on the internet. In 2002, a few years into ‘the tour’, she made it into the top 3 world wide. Not only is Anne-Marie a professional windsurfer, she also is a passionate surfer and Stand Up Paddler making the most of every condition the ocean provides. Yoga and (art) painting are her other passions. These activities create balance in her sometimes hectic life. Instead of only enjoying this lifestyle herself, she makes it her goal to share it with other people around the world during clinics, interviews, promotion activities and events. By doing what she loves to do most, she wants to motivate and inspire them to follow their dreams and passions in life. Her motto being: “Dream of life, live your dream”. Anne-Marie now lives (most of the year) in Maui, Hawaii. The perfect island for an active, professional, passionate ocean water woman.
Learn more about Anne-Marie : http://www.annemariereichman.com/ Also, check out Anne-Marie’s 11 city SUP tour in Holland:
www.supfryslan.nl VERY cool!
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