John Crews has dedicated his life to teaching people the rewards in the sports he loves. He has been teaching windsurfing for 28 summers, teaching snow skiing for 39 winters, and previously directed schools in water-skiing and karate. Before joining HST in 1989, John directed successful windsurfing schools on Kauai and in San Diego.  Currently, he serves as the Senior Instructor Trainer for HST.

John's educational background includes certification in the post-graduate program of Movement Education from the Rolf Institute, concentrating on studies in anatomy, kinesiology, psychology and movement analysis.

John has appeared in television specials and films involving both windsurfing and skiing, and he's been published in both Windsurfing and Skiing magazines. He produces both windsurfing and skiing videos, and his windsurfing video, titled "Jibes and Tacks Maui style," is available for purchase (please call 1 800 968-5423).  John was voted Ski Instructor of the Year for the Sun Valley region of the country.  In addition, he was the featured instructor in Skiing magazine's 1995/96 article as the top instructor in America.

John's windsurfing teaching schedule fills up fast. Book in advance if you want a lesson with John Crews by requesting him on our reservation form.