Eric Vandendriessche

Creator of

AQUA STAND UP® & B-BOARD®

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Eric Vandendriessche is a Los Angeles-based fitness professional, movement specialist, and creator of the instability-based training systems AQUA STAND UP® and B-BOARD®.

Originally from France, Eric developed innovative fitness concepts combining balance training, aquatic movement, functional fitness, and instability-based workouts designed to improve coordination, posture, body awareness, and full-body engagement on water and land.

Through dynamic movement experiences, Eric continues exploring new ways to make fitness more interactive, functional, and engaging for all levels.

From France to Los Angeles: A Passion for Movement & Innovation

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Eric Vandendriessche developed a passion for sports, movement, and fitness from an early age. Fascinated by balance, coordination, and human movement, he became increasingly interested in how instability could transform traditional workouts into more dynamic and engaging training experiences.

After moving from France to Los Angeles, Eric continued exploring innovative approaches to fitness by combining aquatic movement, balance training, posture control, and functional fitness concepts designed to challenge the body in new ways.

This vision eventually led to the creation of AQUA STAND UP® and B-BOARD® — two original instability-based workout systems developed to improve coordination, stabilizer muscle activation, body awareness, core engagement, and movement quality through workouts performed on water and land.

Today, Eric works with individuals, aquatic facilities, fitness communities, wellness programs, and movement enthusiasts looking for creative and effective approaches to balance and functional training.

The Philosophy Behind the Movement

Eric Vandendriessche believes fitness should go beyond repetitive workouts and traditional gym routines.

By introducing instability into movement, the body continuously adapts through balance, coordination, posture control, stabilizer muscle activation, and neuromuscular engagement. This dynamic approach creates workouts that improve body awareness, functional movement, movement efficiency, and overall wellbeing.

Whether performed on water with AQUA STAND UP® or on land with B-BOARD®, the goal is to create low-impact yet challenging fitness experiences that combine movement, creativity, coordination, and functional training.

This philosophy remains at the center of every class, training session, workshop, and fitness concept developed by Eric Vandendriessche.

Meet The Team

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    Vanessa

    CO-FOUNDER / MANAGER

    Vanessa’s motto is « there’s always a solution ». Raised in the south west of France, she started activities at a young age as horse riding and dancing, then later, fitness. She loves to share her thoughts to get a healthier lifestyle in a more balanced environment.

  • Julie

    ADVISOR / INVESTOR

    Software executive with 20 years of operational leadership as Chief Marketing Officer for PE- and VC-backed B2B SaaS firms, from early stage to exit (IPO, acquisition, merger). I love to build GTM strategy and high performing teams from the ground up as well as audit current strategy, teams and process to amplify growth. The environment and well-being are a personal passion.

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    Alexandre Derycz (Vegan Oji) 🇯🇵

    Alex Derycz is a passionate wellness advocate, entrepreneur, and content creator committed to helping people move better and live healthier lives. As the founder of Vegan Oji Inc. and a global ambassador for B-BOARD®, Alex bridges fitness, sustainability, and community across cultures.

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    Mighty Haruka 🇯🇵

    Mighty Haruka is a dedicated vegan athlete, certified personal trainer, and former finance professional with over 12 years of experience at a global financial institution. Now a wellness entrepreneur and social media marketing expert, he empowers others to move mindfully and live consciously. As the official distributor of B-BOARD® in Japan, Haruka combines his passion for fitness, sustainability, and innovation to build a vibrant community across borders.

As Seen On TV & In The Press

  • Eric Vandendriessche showcasing B-BOARD on TV at Good Day LA+ on Fox 11 with anchor Araksya Karapetyan, both performing squats on the boards

    Good Day LA+ Fox 11

  • Eric Vandendriessche showcasing B-BOARD on TV at KTLA with the anchor Megan Telles with title B-BOARD allows a waterless workout

    KTLA Channel 5

  • People participating in a paddleboarding workout on land, performing squats as part of a core exercise class in an outdoor setting with banners and branding for B-Board.

    LA Times

  • A woman in a red tank top and black pants stretching on the beach while a person in a purple shirt and cap prepares to exercise nearby.

    SMDP

  • A man practicing yoga outdoors with an emphasis on mindfulness, wearing a blue shirt and cap, surrounded by yoga boards with the words "B-BOARD" on them, under string lights.

    VoyageLA

  • Anchor of Good Day Tampa Fox 13 getting on the B-BOARD with 2 coaches from Fit Her with Ann Gilbert, title on screen Memorial Day Weekend Fitness Fun

    Good Day Tampa Fox 13

  • front page of Women Fitness magazine where we can see 2 young and active women performing squats on 1 leg both on the B-BOARD® in a park with blue sky and trees

    Women Fitness

  • Eric Vandendriessche interviewed on TV at Good Day LA+ Fox 11 with anchor Brooke Thomas

    Good Day LA+ Fox 11

  • Front page of Shoutout LA showcasing Eric Vandendriessche as Fitness Expert and creator of 2 innovative fitness programs called AQUA STAND UP® & B-BOARD®

    Shoutout LA

  • B-BOARD WORKOUT on TV at Good Day Tampa Bay on Fox 13 with anchor getting on the board assisted by 2 coaches in a studio setting designed like a home

    Good Day Tampa Fox 13

  • People practicing paddleboard yoga in a pool during an Aqua Stand Up class at Westside Jewish Community Center.

    LA Times

  • Eric Vandendriessche interviewed by a chinses anchor on a chinese TV regarding AQUA STAND UP®

    Chinese TV

  • Eric Vandendriessche on an AQUA STAND UP® board with anchor Julie Ferrez for Telematin France 2 in a swimmiing pool setting

    Télématin France 2

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Explore the Training Systems

  • A young woman performing a high plank on a paddle board during an AQUA STAND UP® class in a swimming pool environment

    AQUA STAND UP® (POOL TRAINING)

    Water-based balance and functional fitness training designed for pools, aquatic facilities, private sessions, and wellness experiences.

    Be Ready To Make Waves
  • young woman with fitness outfit, performing a core exercise on a B-BOARD® board during a yoga class

    B-BOARD® (DRY LAND TRAINING)

    Land-based instability training inspired by paddle boarding and dynamic movement designed to improve coordination, posture, and body awareness.

    Balance Your Workout

More Than a Workout

For Eric Vandendriessche, fitness is about movement, creativity, connection, and challenging the body in new ways.

Through aquatic workouts, balance training, instability-based fitness systems, workshops, events, and functional movement experiences, the goal is to help people move better, feel stronger, improve coordination, and reconnect with movement in a more dynamic and enjoyable way.

  • ”Eric was a great teacher! He was very enthusiastic and upbeat the entire time. I learned a lot and had a great workout!"

    — Jeremy P.

  • "I didn’t know what to expect when I walked in however, it was a lovely, bright, clean studio. The exercise we did was on something called a B board, which is a cross between a surfboard and a Bosu. Eric was great talking me through each step of all the exercises. Definitely a more challenging yoga class as you were on a board so balance is very challenging. Will definitely go back."

    — Anna M.

  • "This was my first time working out on B-board, really puts your muscles and balance to test. My instructor Eric was amazing too, he paid attention to us to make sure we are doing the work correctly. Will definitely come back!"

    — Marie T.

  • "Class has great energy and Eric is giving attention to everyone in class. I also like the concept of Balance board work out as it helped me a lot during my physical therapy sessions when I was recovering from a back surgery. It dynamically builds a strong and even core and strengthens the muscles that you don’t know you have. Great class and I will be back!"

    — Sam W.