CAPTAIN
Calvin le Roux

Captain Calvin grew up in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, where he would spend the summers on the lake enjoying the water. His passion for sailing began in 2017 when he went to RYA Sailing School for his Yacht Master Offshore course in Cape Town. From there he went on to do deliveries and Atlantic crossings from South Africa to Abu Dhabi and the Canary Islands to Antigua where his career in private yachts and the charter industry began. He has sailed over 15,000 nautical miles in different countries around the world.

With over eight years in the yachting industry, Captain Calvin’s passion for sailing and the ocean truly shows. Whether he is teaching keen guests how to sail, taking guests snorkeling or helping create a tailored itinerary to each group, his guests are sure to have the trip of a lifetime on board Katlo!

CREDENTIALS
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
STCW 2010
RYA VHF Radio
RYA PB Level 2
ENG 1
QUARTERDECK CO. Skipper Academy

CHEF
Katie Hopwood

Katie grew up in Fort Worth, Texas always having a passion for the ocean. One day she took the leap move to the Caribbean and look for a job on a boat. She began her career in yachting as a stewardess on a private sailing yacht in the British Virgin Islands. While working on Taza Mas she gained a new appreciation for the ocean and diving as well as learning from the chef and taking care of the guests. She then went on to do her Divemaster’s in Tortola and has been working on private and charter yachts for over ten years.

Katie’s passion for cooking has come along side of the wonderful chef’s she has worked with, knowing she too wanted to be in the galley. In 2019 she went to Ashburton Culinary School and has been cooking for guests for over six years with four years in the charter industry. Katie is excited to deliver an array of meals to her guests while including local and global cuisines and is always up for the challenge of learning new skillsets. Her enthusiasm for hospitality shines through her meals, bringing people together and catering to each guests’ preferences.

Captain Calvin and Chef Katie make the perfect team and with their passion for food and sailing, making people happy and exploring the Caribbean, together they make each trip unique and hope to help guests make lifelong memories.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Food and Hygiene Level 2 (2024)
STCW 13 (Basic Safety Training Refresher 2022)
ENG 1 (2021)
Ashburton Certificate in Culinary Arts (2019)
PADI Divemaster (2018)
Maritime Security Awareness (2018)
Meal preparation, provisioning, silver service, and flower arrangements
Provisioning and providing guest and crew meals
Sailing, anchoring, line handling, and fenders
Yacht deliveries (over 10,000 Nautical Miles) and haul-outs

Brokers~please feel free to use our Partner-Safe preference sheet, located in the Broker's Notes section.

 

STANDARD SHIP'S BAR

These are the standard options onboard; however, please let us know if you or your guests would like other items added for your charter. Keep in mind, there may be an added cost for premium or higher-end brands, or for those clients requesting extra alcohol outside the norm.

VODKA 
Titos, Stoli 
TEQUILA 
Los Corrales (Silver), Mi Campo, Teremana (Reposado), Milagro (Anejo) 
RUM 
Pussers, Captain Morgan White Rum, Blue Chair Rum (Coconut) 
LIQUEUERS 
Cointreau, Grand Marnier, St Germain – Elderflower Cordial, Kahlua, Aperol, Antica Formula (Red Sweet Vermouth), Baileys (Irish cream), 
Disaronno (Amaretto), Frangelico (Almond) 
GIN 
Tanqueray, Bombay Gin, BVI Gin 
WHISKEY 
Jameson, Jack Daniels, J&B Scotch, Johnny Walker Red,  
BOURBON 
Bulleit Bourbon 
BEER 
Red Stripe, Corona, Carib, President, Coors Light, Heineken 
SELTZERS | MIXERS 
Bitters, Soda Cans Canada Dry, Tonic Cans Canada Dry, Elderflower Tonic Water Bottles, Tripple Sec Mr Boston Barton Triple Sec, Pineapple Juice, 
Orange Juice, Cream of Coconut  
SOFT DRINKS 
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger ale , Ginger Beer  
WINES  
Chardonnay (2023 Preignes le Vieux Chardonnay Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Pinot Grigio (2022 Kris Pinot Grigio delle Venezie) 
Sauvignon Blanc (2023 J. De Villebois Sauvignon Blanc Vin de France) 
Pinot Noir (2022 Domaine d'Altugnac 'Les Turitelles' Igp Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir) 
Cotes du Rhones (2022 Collines du Bouridc 'les Figuieres' Syrah Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Cabernet Sauvignon (2023 Domaine Preignes le Vieux Cabernet Sauvignon Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Merlot (2022 Domaine Preignes le Vieux Merlot Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Rose (2023 Robert-Vic 'Ohlala' Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Bubbles (NV Perlage Prosecco) 
CHAMPAGNE  
(*surcharge may be applied) 
Moet Imperial
Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label