Team

Manny Castillo is iPaddle Miami’s founder and certified ACA Level 2: Essentials of Sit-On-Top Kayak instructor. He is a Miami native through and through, growing up his passion for the water and paddling was unmistakable. He was often faced with limited access to Miami’s waterways, which in turn inspired his mobile paddle companies birth. For Manny, the Biscayne Bay and surrounding waters represent more than just a commercial opportunity. His mission is to offer guests access to watercraft whether it be from their waterfront home, surrounding bodies of water, or from our spectacular base location!

Aymee is a certified PaddleFit SUP Instructor with over 11 years of experience as a stand-up paddle athlete and coach. Always happy to teach you all she knows about the sport of SUP and turn you into and efficient paddler. Her classes are packed with knowledge, now beware, they are also a sweaty full-body workout, but don’t worry, they are also full of fun and smiles 😃🤙.

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Like Manny his older brother, Martin Castillo is proud to call the Biscayne Bay home. He hopes to share as well as educate guests on all the wonders and hidden gems our location has to offer. Between his love for God, people, wildlife, our waterway’s and ouroverwhelming knack for adventure and thrill, you’re sure to leave ipaddlemiami with memories that’ll last a lifetime!

Sarita is a dedicated yoga instructor, mother, and a friend to all. Through her own transformative experience with yoga, she discovered its power to heal both psychologically and spiritually. She believes that the practice, whether on the mat, pilates reformer or a SUP board, offers opportunities for personal growth that go far beyond perfecting poses.

Motivated to deepen her understanding and give back to her community, Sarita completed her 200-Hour Teacher Training with Ahana Yoga. She further specialized in supporting others by earning a trauma-informed certification from Connection Coalition. Sarita is now proud to offer high-level yoga instruction, helping students work through emotional blockages and gain personal clarity.

Joseph is a passionate instructor who guides students in yoga, SUP yoga emphasizing our connection with nature, a passion ignited by Florida's beautiful subtropical nature, meditation, and mobility practices like Budokon and Animal Flow. Understanding the impact of stress from past personal experiences in corporations, Joseph shares knowledge gained through diverse practices. His aim is a sustainable physical practice, mind-body dialogue, and peace of mind. Driven by self-inquiry, a philosophical approach informs his teaching, focusing on enhancing mind-body connection and compassion. Joseph's goal is to build functional movement and strength, improve mental health through meditation, and enhance life quality, particularly through the unique experience of yoga on the water. His certifications include Yoga Alliance (Vinyasa), SUP Yoga, NASM Personal Trainer, Animal Flow, Budokon Yoga, Move Pat, Meditation & Mindfulness, and Reiki.

Erika is a holistic therapist with over five years of experience in guiding others toward inner peace and balance. Certified in Angel Therapy, Akashic Reading, Meditation, and Sound Healing, she specializes in working with energy and consciousness to help individuals heal and grow. Erika’s passion lies in empowering others to connect with their true selves, offering a nurturing and transformative approach to holistic well-being. With a deep commitment to helping others find peace, she continues to inspire those on their spiritual and healing journeys.