Oh…W.O.W. Festival Returns to Telluride. WOW!

13 Sep Oh…W.O.W. Festival Returns to Telluride. WOW!

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“Wow!” The interjection expresses excitement and surprise, amazement and awe. Perfect fit, (yes, pun intended) for Telluride’s very first fitness festival. Oh…W.O.W., Optimum Health Work Out Weekend, a health, wellness and fitness mashup and the latest addition to Telluride’s packed summer/fall calendar, about to open its sophomore season.

The fun and games taking place at the 2nd annual WOW Festival are scheduled for Thursday, September 18 through Sunday, September 21. (See full schedule below).

WOW is brought to you by locals Becca Tudor of Fuel Telluride (Membership-based gym and private studio, 300 South Mahoney Drive, base, Lift 7) and local entrepreneur Albert Roer.

Becca has worked as a certified personal trainer and gyrotonic instructor for over 16 years. Her goal? To“identify with and educate my clients so they reach their highest potential in health, fitness, wellness and quality of life.”

The genesis of W.O.W. dates back about five years, when she and husband Narcis reminded themselves of a simple truth: physical (physiological and emotional) fitness is the key to success in whatever sports athletes in this town and our extended global community choose to follow.

Albert, a realtor/manager (Telluride Properties), owner of the Telluride Yoga Festival and co-owner of the Telluride Yoga Center became a true believer in the efficacy of a regular yoga practice following an injury in 2005. He is also a devoted client of Becca, whose strengthening routines have helped to improve his skiing.

Becca approached Albert with the idea for WOW just over two years ago and in the blink of an eye it was all systems go.

“The intent of Telluride WOW is to bring like-minded people together to experience the love and appreciation of health and fitness,” said Becca. “Our goal is to create an exceptional weekend for people that want to either get started on a new fitness program or advance their skills in a variety of activities from adventure racing to boot camp, climbing, cross fit, cycling, Pilates, yoga, ZUMBA and more.”

Becca & Albert, co-founders, WOW! Festival

WOW brings world-class presenters –  internationally known fitness figures, coaches, adventure athletes, doctors – to Telluride to lecture and hold classes on the latest health, fitness, wellness, nutrition and medical trends, among them superstars Tony Horton, creator of P90X®, the best-selling fitness program in America and author of two highly acclaimed books “Bring It” and Crush It,” and Jonathan Ross, a former astronaut, host of the web series “Everyday Fitness with Jonathan Ross,” and author of “Abs Revealed.” Local instructors include Lynn Tardiff, Mathew Corner, Alyssa Saunders, Hilaree O’Neill, Nicole Stone-Lankes, Kristin Taylor, and Jill Burchmore.

In addition to activities specifically associated with WOW, Telluride is celebrated worldwide for its scenic beauty and recreational offerings. And there is something for everyone.

The river trail weaves through our town and extends east and west for several miles, offering a wonderful walking, biking and trail running experience for all ages and abilities.

A vast network of trails connect through the San Juan Mountains opening up still more opportunities to be challenged and explore.

Festival participants are welcome to take advantage of group hiking activities, mountain climbing, road and mountain biking.

The 2014 WOW Festival will be held at Telluride FUEL and the Peaks Resort and Spa.

“WOW’s bigger picture is to identify and address the social issue of our nation’s depression and obesity problem, reflecting a pattern of behavior being passed down to our children,” explained Becca.

WOW! That’s great.

Below is a full schedule of WOW options:

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

• Schwinn Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification Course
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: $199.00

• Bear Creek Group Hike
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• Via Ferrata Sponsored by San Juan Outdoor Adventures
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM Location: Jagged Edge

• Chi Running/Walking Workshop at FUEL – Jill Burchmore
1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Shockwave Master Class at FUEL – Doris Thews
3:00pm – 4:00pm

• #JFHipHop Dance Party at FUEL – Jeannie Fit
4:00pm – 5:00pm

• Q & A with TONY HORTON at FUEL
5:00pm – 7:00pm

• Join WOW Presenters for Dinner –  8:00pm
Location: The Sheridan Chop House $99.00

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

7:30 – 8:30AM

• Schwinn Cycling: Wake Up Workout – Doris Thews
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM (Mountain Time)

8:30 – 9:30AM

• Kettle Bell – Alyssa Saunders
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Yoga for Athletes – Denise Druce
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Xercise Lab – Jenny Rowe & Breann Mitchell
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Mat Pilates – Matthew Comer
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Yoga 101 – Kristin Taylor
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

10:00-11:00AM

• Advanced Mental Training for All Types of Athletes – Dr.Haley Perlus
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

• Partner Yoga – Ansley Herndon
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

• Kick My Abs – Jeannie Reilly
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• TRX – Jonathan Ross
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

• Bootcamp Class – Briana Stockton
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

1:00 – 2:30PM

• Performance using Breath Lecture – Ed Harrold
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Xercise Lab – H2O Lab
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Liquid Flow Power Yoga – Sharon Caplan
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• All in One Circuit – Jonathan Ross
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• The Importance of Foam Rolling and Dynamic Warm-Up – Nicole Stone- Lankes
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

3:00 – 5:00PM

• Feature – Tony Horton
Date: Friday, September 19, 2014 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Mountain Time)

5:00 – 6:30 PM

KEY NOTE SPEAKER; What will Your Story Be?– Jonathan Ross

Telluride WOW Welcoming Reception 7:00PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014

8:30 – 9:30AM

• Human Jungle Gym – Jonathan Ross
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• TRX – Neil Mallison
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• ARMED! An Arm Balance Workout – Denise Druce
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Burn / Build 60 -Xercise Lab
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• Partner Yoga – Ansley
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• #JFHipHop U Instructor Training – Jeannie Reilly
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 9:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Mountain Time)

10:00-11:30AM

• Liquid Flow Power Yoga- Sharon Caplan
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

• Feature; Todd Durkin
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mountain Time)

1:00 -2:30PM

• Performance Breathing Workout – Ed Harrold
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

•  The Importance of Foam Rolling and Dynamic Warm-Up – Nicole Stone- Lankes
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Functional Training – Jonathan Ross
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

•  The Raw Food Diet – Briana Stockton
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Schwinn Cycling: The Sky’s the Limit – Denise Druce
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Strength & Mobility – Pete DePrez
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

3:00 – 4:30PM

• R3; Roll, Rejuvenate, Recover – Jonathan Ross
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (Mountain time)

• The Road Not Taken; Human Endurance – Hilary O’Neill
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Advanced Mental Training for All Types of Athletes – Dr.Haley Perlus
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Mountain Time)

• Xercise Lab – H2O Lab
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (Mountain Time)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

8:30 – 9:30AM

• Adventure 10K Trail Run Sponsored by Jagged Edge
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time) Location: Telluride FUEL- 300 South Mahoney Drive
Price: $25.00

• Power Vinyasa – Erin Gehrke
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

• TRX- Neil Mallison
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time

• Partner Thai Massage- Ansley Herndon
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time

• Pound – Lynn Tardif
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2014 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mountain Time)

For more information about Telluride WOW, visit telluride wow.com or call 970-708-1590.