Our Team

Atiqur

South West London

Owner & Full-time Avid Whale Nerd.

Lover of all things outdoor and water. Grew up in the wetlands of Bangladesh where half of the year we had to commute on the boats and makeshift rafts made from wooden logs and bamboo trees. Love for marine animals especially for whales can’t be put into words. I have started this beautiful brand for everyone from all walk of lives and I have a huge ambition to make Keiko an Earth-loving and the most inclusive SUP brand in the world.

Our Ambassadors

Ben

Gosport, Portsmouth

I am based in Gosport, Hampshire and have been paddling since June 2019

I love paddleboarding and what it does not only for my fitness but my mental health. It's somewhere I can chat, relax and just let the world float by.

I love all types of paddling, from sea adventures to canals and lakes. I'm looking forward to new adventures and meeting some more people along the way. I love the summer but i find there is something special about a cold crisp winter paddle. When I'm not paddling, I will be going for walks with my dog Buddy or hanging out with my Partner, Caroline. I love all things fitness, not only working in the fitness industry but my lifestyle. I'm a runner and triathlete completing over 60 marathons and 3 ironman events.

IG: sup_adventure_ben

Charlotte

South Wales

I started adventuring 5 years ago and have never looked back! I love being by the sea and all things adventure: stand up paddle boarding, swimming, climbing!

IG: charlotteehetherington

Diane

Kilmarnock, Scotland

I'm Diane, I'm 31 and from Ayrshire in South West Scotland. I started paddling in May 2020 and quickly fell in love with the sport. In my spare time I'm into all things sporty, wild swimming, football paddleboarding, anything!

IG: myscottishlens

Hannah

Ayrshire, Scotland

I live in Ayrshire, Scotland - the home of the best SUP sunsets (in my opinion ;)) When I’m not paddleboarding I’m working as a radiographer for the NHS or away on van adventures with my SUP or snowboard in tow! This year my aim is to visit more of the Scottish Islands and try some new activities and adventures in the process. I’m one half of @scottishsuppals along with Kareen, give us a follow if you want to see why the Ayrshire coast is one of the best backdrops for SUP.

IG__hwadventures

Helen

Northern Ireland

Hi! I’m Helen, the pod member on the Emerald Isle.

I’ve been paddleboarding for about four years. I love the sense of freedom that comes with having an inflatable SUP. It’s an essential on any of my road trips. You never know when you’re going to get lucky with the conditions, so always ready to hit the water.

I love the different perspective you get exploring somewhere from the water. On solo paddles, it’s a time away from any stress on land. With friends it’s the best time having a bit of craic and chatting undisturbed for an hour or two. I’m an all year wild swimmer, but on the days that I know we’re going to get an epic sunrise or sunset, I’ll always get on my sup to be able to soak it in for that bit longer.

I’m excited to share SUP trip ideas for you in Ireland.

IG: thewanderingselkie

Isabelle

Wales

I have been paddle boarding for 6 years and fell In love with the feeling of being on the water that I haven’t seen to be able to get off it since ;) lucky to have all the wonderful beaches in wales where I spent a lot of my younger years camping with my family. Last year I bought a T4 camper-van and my board comes with me on every adventure, I enjoy beach cleans and ocean cleans, I feel like it’s us giving something back for using there beautiful home.

IG: Isabelletitley

Kareen

Ayr, Scotland

I live in sunny Scotland.

If I'm not paddle boarding I'll be hitting the gym or out exploring with Olly that's if I'm not working as a Renal Nurse in the NHS!

This year I have a list of 30 things I want to achieve before I'm 30 (yes I'm getting old . This includes a charity sky dive, running a 10k and a wild camping trip. I'm one half of @scottishsuppals along with Hannah. Give us a follow to see our SUP adventures and many amazing Ayrshire sunsets.

IG: kareennew

Lauren

Scotland

I’m 24 years old and I live in a small town in Scotland. Luckily not too far away from some of our amazing lochs & beaches!

I’ve been paddleboarding since January 2021 and I’ve never loved anything more. It changed my life completely.

I spend all of my spare time on my board, having quality time with my friends, boyfriend and family or bagging some more Munro’s (my aim is to do all 282!). I also love performing in shows, and I sing too!

I’m obsessed with the outdoors, going on adventures, travelling and seeing the world and making the most of the life we have!

IG: laur_mclean