Youth Personal Training with ‘Ohana Sports
Train Smarter. Play Harder. Stay Healthy.
At ‘Ohana Sports, we know that being a student-athlete is a balancing act. Most young athletes want to reach the next level, but they risk injury and overtraining by doing too much of the wrong thing.
We take a comprehensive approach to your development:
Customized Plans: Built around your goals and current season.
Science-Backed Training: Efficiency is our priority—get better in less time.
The "Third Pillar": Mastering rest, nutrition, and the mental game.
Your muscles don't grow in the gym; they grow when you give them the right fuel and recovery. If you bring the consistency, we’ll provide the science to get you there.
Meet the Director: Tara Brown
Occupational Therapist | Elite Endurance Athlete | Program Architect
Tara Brown brings a rare intersection of clinical expertise and elite athletic performance to ‘Ohana Sports. As a trained Occupational Therapist, Tara’s approach to youth training is grounded in a deep understanding of human anatomy, biomechanics, and physiological development. This medical foundation ensures that every program at ‘Ohana is built for maximum efficiency while prioritizing long-term orthopedic health.
Professional Clinical Expertise
Tara’s background in Occupational Therapy allows her to look beyond simple reps and sets. She specializes in:
Functional Movement & Biomechanics: Analyzing and correcting movement patterns to prevent injury before it happens.
Neuromuscular Coordination: Training the brain and body to work in sync for better speed and reaction times.
Developmental Training: Tailoring high-performance stimulus to meet the specific needs of growing middle and high school athletes.
Elite Athletic Pedigree
Tara leads from the front. Her philosophy of "Discipline, Respect, and Honor" is forged through some of the most grueling endurance challenges in the world. Her athletic resume includes:
International Adventure Racing: Completed a 120-mile expedition adventure race through the rugged terrain of Tasmania.
Multi-Sport Endurance: Finisher of the Olympic Triathlon in Kona, multiple Half Marathons, and distance swim races.
Spartan Specialist: Multiple-time Spartan Trifecta finisher in Spartan Super and Beast categories.
Ongoing Pursuit: Tara continues to push the boundaries of human performance, currently training for the Oahu Pentathlon—a 135-mile 24 hour journey of swimming, running, paddling, and biking—and upcoming adventure races.
The 'Ohana Vision
At ‘Ohana Sports, Tara serves as the Director and Architect of our multi-sports camps and mixed martial arts curriculum. She believes that "science-backed evidence" isn't just a buzzword—it’s the difference between a student who burns out and one who becomes a champion. By integrating elite-level mental toughness with clinical precision, Tara empowers the next generation of athletes to understand their bodies, master their nutrition, and achieve sustainable excellence.
Meet Coach Soyer
Performance Coach | Kinesiology Specialist | Elite Adventure Athlete
Soyer brings a unique blend of "in-the-field" experience and academic rigor to the ‘Ohana Sports coaching team. Currently studying Kinesiology at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, Soyer is dedicated to mastering the science of human movement, exercise physiology, and athletic performance. His transition from a long-time student of ‘Ohana Martial Arts to a performance coach allows him to bridge the gap between foundational skills and elite-level training.
Academic & Technical Foundation
As a Kinesiology student, Soyer applies a scientific lens to our youth programs, focusing on:
Exercise Physiology: Understanding how the body responds and adapts to physical stress and training.
Biomechanics: Optimizing movement efficiency for sports like sprinting, jumping, and martial arts.
Youth Athletic Development: Helping young athletes build a solid physical foundation to support lifelong health and performance.
Elite Global Competitor
Soyer doesn't just study performance—he lives it on a global stage. His athletic resume is a testament to the discipline and grit he instills in our students:
International Adventure Racing: Completed a grueling 130-mile expedition adventure race in Australia, serving as the team’s youngest participant and lead navigator.
3x Spartan Trifecta Finisher: A consistent dominant force in obstacle course racing, earning his Trifectas in '23, '24, and '25.
Spartan Champion: Secured 1st place in his age division at Spartan Races for three consecutive years (2022, 2023, and 2024).
Local Waterman: An avid big-wave surfer, diver, and spear-fisherman, Soyer embodies the versatile athleticism of the Hawaiian Islands.
The Coach’s Perspective
Having been part of ‘Ohana since 2017, Soyer understands the journey from "Mighty Ninja" to elite competitor. He specializes in coaching our Ninja Stars and Mighty Ninjas, as well as leading sports-specific training during our break camps. Soyer’s coaching philosophy is simple: combine the latest in sports science with the mental toughness required to conquer the world’s hardest races. He is passionate about helping the next generation of Kona athletes find their strength, improve their coordination, and reach their own "podium moments."
