Testimonials
"My father and I recently had the pleasure of traveling to Antarctica aboard the Akademik Shokalskiy (booking number 11885).
This particular trip offered kayaking as an option, a pursuit that neither my father nor I had undertaken before. We had no particular expectations nor preconceived ideas as to how the kayaking would unfold.
To our absolute delight, it was the highlight of our trip. This was due in no small way to the gargantuan efforts of the diminutive Louise Adie.
Louise's unfailing enthusiasm was infectious, she worked tirelessly to ensure that each of the ten participating paddlers gained the once in a lifetime experience that they traveled so far and invested so much time and money seeking.
Louise demonstrated excellent leadership skills and was able to shape a team out of a very diverse group of people.
I have been inspired to continue kayaking and will forever hold dear the peace and tranquility offered by the still waters, crisp air and awesome scenery at the bottom of the world."
—Janet Lockett, Australia
"Louise has been teaching for many years and possesses all the right qualities. Most importantly, she cares about her students and wants to see them succeed."
—Janice Sibilia, Nordic Ski Coach
"Louise really encouraged me to do more... She helped me want to ski, kayak, and roller blade better because of how much fun it is to be out there."
—Diane Vezendy, age 12
"She's a great inspiration to my daughter. I mean, some people get exhausted just walking through the mall!"
—Lori Vezendy, Diane's mom
"Louise is an inspiration and LOVES to inform and inspire others. I speak from experience. She has been my cheerleader ~ cheering me on to live a healthy life style, be more aware of good nutrition, and remain active and physically fit. She was even part of the team that helped me achieve my dream of swimming across all the Finger Lakes.
She has vast knowledge of proper nutrition and exercise, but I think her biggest strength is one of the heart. She absolutely sparkles when speaking about what she does ~ being truly healthy in mind, body and spirit.
Louise not only talks the talk ~ she walks the walk. She is one of those rare individuals you will always remember, and smile as you do so.
IF you want to make a change for the better, and WORK at it, Louise will help you, guide you, and cheer you on.she is a gifted teacher and motivator."
—Kathryn FitzSimmons, 61, Motivational Mentor
"A profile in courage, this Trumansburg native became the first woman to kayak around the perimeter of Lake Ontario, a 450-mile solo journey. An exceptional athlete who has trained to such a high level of fitness she has become a role model for us all."
—Diane Sherrer, National Women in Sports Day Recognition,
Ithaca Journal, 2/16/01
"After two years in the gym my workouts were getting stale. Being outdoors is a completely different experience for me. There is nothing like feeling the earth below my feet, seeing my breath and hearing the sounds of nature. Being outdoors is my time to think and is a gift I give myself. Louise's workouts have made all the difference and has given me a new outlook as well as a new level of fitness. It's just the boost I needed, balancing indoor and outdoor workouts."
—Anonymous client
