The NP7 team

Our coaches and crew

The people on the water with you, on every NP7 week.

Nico PrienDennis RobinsonEnrico MarottiFemke van der VeenLars Wichmann
Nico Prien

Founder and coach

Nico Prien

Founder of NP7. PWA slalom rider and Défi Wind winner. Nico has refined the NP7 Method through years of coaching riders worldwide, breaking even the most complex techniques into clear, actionable steps. His structured approach combines technique, mindset and decision-making to help every rider unlock lasting progress.

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Dennis Robinson

Dennis Robinson

Coach

Dennis Robinson has been part of the NP7 Experience for years, progressing from participant to a versatile windsurfer and talented coach. With a friendly, approachable style, he breaks down complex techniques into simple, actionable steps that help riders improve quickly.

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Enrico Marotti

Enrico Marotti

Coach

Pro slalom racer on the PWA World Tour, and one of the most approachable coaches you’ll meet. Enrico co-created the Wind Coach app with Nico and is great at breaking big topics like stance, trim and early planing into small, doable steps. Whatever your level, he’ll find the one tweak that makes your sailing feel easier.

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Femke van der Veen

Femke van der Veen

Coach

Windsurf and wing coach on our Bonaire and Alaçatı weeks. Femke runs the wing clinics and the on-shore technique sessions alongside Nico, and spends her days in the water with the group, making sure every rider gets their turn and their focus point.

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Lars Wichmann

Lars Wichmann

Photo- and Videography

One of the world’s leading windsurf photographers and filmmakers, Lars is the creative genius behind the camera. From producing Nico’s YouTube videos to capturing every breakthrough on the water, he ensures your sessions are documented from the best angles, for both detailed coaching and memories that last a lifetime.

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