Get Connected, Get Inspired
Here at Rivertowns SUP & Yoga, our goal is to build connections & community through supportive and fun experiences that help you feel stronger, empowered, and inspired. We provide opportunities for self-discovery & self-awareness with a reminder to face challenges with an open mind, with gratitude, with curiosity & playfulness.
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY - Rivertowns SUP & Yoga specializes in small group instruction in Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP), SUP Yoga, and SUP Fitness classes on the Hudson River June through September. Off-season (and year-round) we provide classes in Vinyasa Yoga, Chair Yoga, Mobility and Meditation in various locations throughout the area.
Rivertowns SUP & Yoga was built on the principles of being scared but doing it anyway… learning to trust yourself while taking chances, challenging yourself to learn & grow no matter what obstacles you think stand in your way, being curious & having fun, and developing strength & practicing mindfulness in the elements of nature. Whether participating in a private lesson, group class, or community event… every experience with Rivertowns SUP & Yoga is an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and most importantly FUN! We love bringing people together and building community through shared experiences. This is the heart of our classes, our community, and our vibe… get inspired on water, on land, in life!
“If it’s both terrifying and amazing, then you should definitely pursue it.”
How it started…
Rivertowns SUP & Yoga was formed in 2018 by Tarrytown resident Tara Scheller. Growing up, Tara spent most of her summers in Delaware on Indian River where she developed a love for the water. This is where she first had the opportunity to try stand up paddle boarding and SUP yoga. From the first moment she stepped on a paddle board she felt transformed. All of the negative statements, “I can’t” and “who am I to do something like this?” disappeared. Inspired by the experience, she wanted to show others they could feel the same way!
About Tara…
Tara is a registered Yoga Instructor (RYT 500, E-RYT 200, YACEP), certified SUP Yoga Instructor, and a PaddleFit Pro Coach. She is trained in open water safety and rescue, has completed Lifeguard certification, and is First Aid/CPR/AED certified with the American Red Cross. As a former dancer, dance educator, and registered board certified Dance/Movement Therapist, Tara has spent her entire career using movement to connect to others in a therapeutic way. She uses yoga to develop strength and mobility in the body while practicing mindfulness and positive thinking for a healthy body, mind, and spirit. Her classes can range from high intenstity power flow vinyasa to gentle chair yoga and meditation practices. Tara approaches each class as an opportunity for growth and believes her students are her best teachers. She enjoys the challenge of adapting every experience to meet the needs of those around her and strives to provide an environment that feels supportive, inviting, and playful. Bringing this practice to the water adds new challenges and a dose of nature therapy, making for an experience that invigorates, rejuvenates, and inspires!
Beyond the Business…
When not focusing on teaching or business development, Tara is actively involved with her family of 3 boys, husband, and 4-legged family (3 Mini-Australian Shepherds and 2 Maine Coon cats named Kenobi & Ahsoka). She is a huge Star Wars fan (you may notice the Rebel tattoo), loves the movie the Goonies, and enjoys drinking craft beer with her husband.
Meet the Team…
Rivertowns SUP & Yoga is growing and we are SO excited to welcome new members to our team for the upcoming season. Introductions COMING SOON!
“Whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right.”