It’s part of her new, trademarked program, SUPfit, that she plans to take from Wollongong to the rest of the world.

Ms Wingate, or the South Coast pocket rocket as she’s been dubbed by clients, trialled the program last summer and is now running classes at Belmore Basin. There’s plenty of cardio fitness in paddling against the current, while squats, push-ups, crunches and other exercises ensure a full-body workout.

‘‘There’s a lot of physical advantages but I think the biggest benefit is that it feels more like a  leisure activity than a workout,’’ Ms Wingate said. ‘‘Getting out on a paddle board in the fresh air can feel more relaxing, which makes people more likely to stick to it and get results.’’

Ms Wingate, a former competitive gymnast, loves alternative fitness options – she also runs a trampolining exercise program.

‘‘With my regular clients, I like to do something different every now and then to give them a new challenge, and that’s how SUPfit started,’’ she said.

 Ms Wingate said classes on Monday evenings and Saturday mornings were filling up and she planned to add more at Minnamurra River, and beyond.

SUPfit will be officially launched at Belmore Basin on Saturday, November 22  with a charity open day from 10.30am.

All funds raised will go towards the Rainbow Club, which provides swimming lessons for children with a disability.

“The chance to help out a charity that’s close to my heart is awesome,” she said.