Karel, the man who’s as tall as his achievements, hails from the Netherlands and now holds down the role of GB’s Para Snowboarding Coach.
With a track record that includes Olympic Gold and Paralympic Bronze victories, Karel’s coaching style is all about pushing limits—and occasionally, the laws of gravity.
His experience speaks for itself, but it’s his ability to blend responsibility with a healthy dose of humor that makes him a coach and mentor unlike any other. Whether he’s guiding athletes to podiums or ensuring no one’s left behind in the snow, Karel’s dedication to the sport and the people he works with shines through in everything he does.