A love for the water and a splash of luck along the way is really what’s driven me to get to where I am today. Growing up in South Africa’s Indian ocean city of Durban, I was lucky to have any and all water sports available at my doorstep. Surfing, life guarding, and kitesurf instructing quickly became my preferred way of life. Because of this it was a natural choice for me after earning my degree to pack up my few belongings and head to Fort Lauderdale in pursuit of that elusive yachting dream. I gradually progressed my way through the ranks and began racking up on courses in between seasons, loving every minute of this new adventure. After a six-month hiatus to surf and explore southeast Asia, I made the move to European yachting in a decision that would ultimately pave my way to becoming captain. After a year and a half of captaincy under my belt, I continue to strive for the best standards and high regards for the successful charter yacht that I am at the helm of alongside a truly great crew. Through all, I’ve learned along the way I hope to help and encourage ambitious young crew progress on their own journeys.
