Downunder Health & Wellness Expo & Freezin for a Reason Benefit

Join Downunder CT to support the Sandy Hook community through "Freezin for a Reason" race and paddle benefit.

If an invigorating paddle outdoors doesn't sound like your cup of tea, warm up indoors at the Dowunder Health & Wellness Expo. Learn more about Downunder including camp sign-ups and birthday party offerings and other unique wellness businesses, individuals and products that support a healthy lifestyle.

Bring the entire family...the kids will love a chance to hop on the SurfSET surfing simulator for some on land fun!

Here are the details:

“Freezin for a Reason” Recreational Paddle & Race on the Saugatuck - 1:30 to 2:30 pm

+ Donations will be made to Newtown Social Services "First Responders" (distributed between police department, fire department, and EMT's)

+Paddle and race depart from 575 Riverside Avenue, Westport (Downunder CT Surf Shop)

+ Downunder team rider and racer Jim Rothwell will lead a race for those looking for speed and competition. Other team riders will accompany recreational paddlers

+ Participants should dress for the elements*. If the river is frozen, makeup date will be March 9th

+ Complimentary hot drinks and snacks to follow event

+ Call 203-956-6217 for additional information and to sign up

Health & Wellness Expo – 3:00 to 5:00 pm

The Downunder CT Health & Wellness Expo will take place at Downunder Fitness & Surf studio,15 Ketchum Street, Westport (enter from Franklin Street between Tarry Lodge and TD Bank, first street on the right, park in back). 

Wellness Experts Include:

+ Downunder CT – Fitness demos on SurfSET surfing simulator by YOURS TRULY! Also, meet Downunder team riders and learn about junior elite training programs and upcoming tryouts as well as kids’ camp signups

+ Zatcoff Wellness - Wellness Futurist and Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist Geri Zatcoff will demo healthy bites using greens and discuss Japanese water technology designed for athletes

+ IFloat – Information and specials on body/mind relaxation services through floatation therapy: the process of being effortlessly suspended in warm, Epsom salt water with little or no light and sound

+ Take Shape Massage Therapy & Fitness Consulting –  Certified massage therapist Maria Amendolia will be giving onsite chair massages to relieve tight muscles

+ Embody Fitness Gourmet - Try out healthy and tasty snacks and drinks

+ Physical Synergy – Dr. Matthew Meyers, an Active Release provider and chiropractor, will join us to answer questions about how to exercise safely as well as when you're recovering from an injury or have a restriction

+ Raffles/giveaways from wellness guests

* Equipment for “Freezin for a Reason” is available for rent at Downunder CT and wetsuits for purchase. Some experience paddling is required, given the extreme water temperatures.  Cold water emergency gear will accompany paddlers and be available back at the dock.