David found rowing at nineteen and never really let it go. What started as a new challenge quickly turned into years on the erg and on the water, alongside work at the Dutch Rowing Federation and a research master’s in Communication Science.

At Upclub, David is in his element during Launch classes. He loves building momentum together, playing with music and pushing the room to go all in. Expect strong leg drive, clear cues and workouts that feel tough in the best way. You’ll leave knowing you gave it everything. Outside the studio, he balances training and coaching with lifting, kickboxing and a well known weakness for caramel chocolate chip cookies. Balance matters.