Dave Bisschop

Dave helped me take my very first steps in kitesurfing. From safety procedures and building a feel for the kite, to making my first meters on the board and eventually riding back and forth. What I really appreciated was how Dave tailored his coaching to me as a person and adapted perfectly to my learning curve. He doesn't just explain how to do something, but actually demonstrates it—giving you the right body posture and tools to really understand how to improve yourself. He uses a great step-by-step approach and constantly invites you to reflect on what’s going well and what needs adjustment. There was always a perfect balance between explanation, demonstration, practice, and reflection. Thanks to his teaching style, I made huge progress in just one week! Thank you, Dave!

Not going to lie, Dave is one of the best teachers I have had in my life. It was my first time dealing with a kite and as you may know that is a stressful thing to do at first,but it absolutely wasn’t because how chill Dave approached everything. I was able to kite surf within 3 lessons so I think that says it all🙌🙌

L.S., To begin... You must know: I am not the most talented kitesurfer. 45 years old, and not very sporty. Have had some lessons in the past. There I have learned a little. Totally different and less focused lessons then what I have experienced last week. This camp amazed me with with their professional focus towards me. The general vibe was very good. About Dave: Dave is a very good instructor who really managed to see things from my perspective. Gave me the tools and mini-steps to improve myself, while also having fun. His teachingskills are focused, serious and fun. Safety comes first. I admire his focus.. (If you ever read this feedback: Big thanks to you, you were amazing!!) Camp was organized very good. The good vibe the team itself had -> it reflected onto the group (22 persons). And that is the reason I enjoyed myself, and made a lot of progression. I loved it!! Camp Ripstar Denmark : AMAZING!!

Dave is an outstanding kite instructor! He gives very clear instructions, and his calm and patient approach creates the perfect learning environment. Even outside of official lessons he goes out of his way to check in with everyone individually, making sure they feel comfortable, are progressing well, and are having a great time. I highly recommend taking lessons with Dave!

Afgelopen trip naar Denemarken heb ik mijn eerste kitesurflessen gevolgd bij Ripstar, met Dave en Linda als instructeurs. En wat waren zij fijn! Ze leggen alles super duidelijk uit, nemen rustig de tijd en zorgen tegelijkertijd voor een gezellige sfeer op en naast het water. Ik heb me geen moment bang of onzeker gevoeld, omdat ik zoveel vertrouwen had in hun begeleiding. Door de 1-op-1 lessen heb ik in korte tijd echt mega grote stappen gemaakt en veel geleerd. De combinatie van goede uitleg, persoonlijke aandacht en vooral veel plezier maakte dit echt een top ervaring! Dikke aanrader!!

Dave is very knowledgeable and great skills to teach kitesurfing. During classes Dave is key is on safety, control and enabling students (like myself) to feel confident in a new sport. I had a good time and many smiles on my face during the classes, thanks Dave!

Super goed en geduldig geholpen. Door Dave konden we veilig het water op bij deze spot om meters te maken. Hij heeft ons de basis geleerd in wat te doen in situaties die je kunt tegenkomen op het water. Verder duidelijke uitleg en goede tips om verder te komen in onze kiteskills.

Dave was amazing! He knew exactly what he had to say for me to start progressing. He instilled a lot of confidence in me and explained everything very clearly. I felt very safe and felt free to ask any question. Would recommend.