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The NLT Crew...

Air Nautique :: Next Level's waterski/wakeboard boat

waterski boat rental lake tahoe
Brady Gunsch

Captain Brady Gunsch

Brady, a South Lake Tahoe local- born and raised, has had a love affair with the water his whole life.  From sailing with his Dad as a kid, to becoming a wakeboard bum at 19, to landing a dream job on waterski boat in his twenties. Brady has spent every summer on the lake as far back as he can remember.

 

The true blessing in Brady's career has been his gift of coaching.  He started a kids' competitive snowboard team at Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort in 1995 that he continues to coach to this day.  He loves inspiring kids on and off the slopes to be the very best versions of themselves.  

 

When given the opportunity to start his own business as a contracted waterski instructor at the ripe young age of 19...he jumped on the opportunity.  On the water or on the slopes- Brady will have your best interests at heart as he guides and encourages you to be your bravest.  "The great part about watersports compared to snow sports, there's no need to keep up.  Every person is allowed time to progress at their own pace.  Making it a great bonding activity for families of all ages."  Allowing you to be a part of everyone's progress throughout their learning (rather than being stuck on a bunny slope when you're used to tearing down black diamonds).  That's right, on the water you can show off your slalom skills and the kids can get their feet wet on double skis- all in the same boat ride.

 

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Kristen Gunsch

As a husband and wife duo, Kristen is an essential part of the Next Level team.  Not only does she drive the boat, she also helps coordinate your adventure and manage the behind-the-scenes work that make this company tick.  Kristen also has a background teaching all ages in skiing, snowboarding & yoga.  Creating an awesome experience for you on the water is a passion for this adventure-loving couple.  Let's get you out on the water!!

Team USA article on Brady's long-time athlete Jamie Anderson  >>

Jamie went on to win gold in slopestyle in both Sochi and PyeongChang.  Watch her Sochi run on Olympic.org

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