
JD Veldsman
JD grew up on the west coast of South Africa, and was immersed in a life filled with fishing, kite surfing, diving, and all kinds of water sports. This upbringing fostered a deep passion and understanding of the ocean, leading him to become a professional kite surfing instructor. His career journey then took him into the world of hospitality operations, where he spent 10 years perfecting skills in hospitality operations and management and more recently into the yachting industry, initially as a deck/stew and now as an RYA certified yacht captain. When JD is not captaining a boat, you’ll find him out on trails hiking, camping under the stars, or taking on a new DIY project. With a fun-loving spirit and a zest for life, JD is always ready for the next exciting experience, bringing enthusiasm and positivity to everything he does. JD will be entering his third season in the Virgin Islands.



























