Building Up Sports Academy – Captain Dave 

If you're looking for the perfect family adventure in the heart of Florida's freshwater canals, look no further than Captain Dave — he is truly one of a kind! From the very first cast to the last, Captain Dave made our family feel right at home on the water. He has a genuine gift with kids — patient, encouraging, and incredibly fun — keeping every little angler locked in and fired up from start to finish. The smiles on our children's faces were absolutely priceless as they turned the trip into their own little fishing tournament, competing to see who could land the next catch! What really sets Captain Dave apart is his deep knowledge of the water. He knows exactly where the fish are hiding and wasted no time getting us to the hot spots. Every catch and release was a celebration, and he took the time to educate the whole family on the different species we were reeling in — making the experience as educational as it was exciting. It felt less like a fishing trip and more like an outdoor classroom with a rod in your hand. As the afternoon wound down, Captain Dave treated us to a stunning canal sunset cruise that gave us the most breathtaking, magical family photo with a full Florida sunset as our backdrop. It's the kind of moment you frame and hang on the wall forever. Captain Dave isn't just a charter captain — he's a storyteller, a teacher, and a genuinely warm human being who pours his heart into every trip. This is a personal, unforgettable experience that the whole family will talk about for years to come. Highest possible recommendation. Book him. You won't regret a single second! 🎣🌅

Not all fishing charters are created equal—and this one set the bar high. We had an incredible sunset fishing trip with Captain Dave, and honestly, it was the highlight of our time on the water. From the moment we stepped on the boat, he made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. You can tell right away he knows his stuff—he shared tips, explained everything clearly, and made sure we were actually catching fish, not just sitting around waiting. What really stood out was how kind and patient he was the entire time. Whether you’re experienced or brand new, he meets you where you are and makes it fun. And the sunset? Unreal. Perfect ending to an already amazing trip. If you’re even thinking about booking a charter—do it with Captain Dave. You won’t regret it.

Captain Dave made a great fishing day for us. We caught 9 fish total. 4 different species. Catching a peacock bass was on my bucket list and Captain Dave made it happen. would highly recommend!

My son and I spent 3 hours in the canals fishing with Captain Dave. Caught 13 fish and enjoyed the peaceful afternoon.

Captain Dave leading up to our trip kept in communication with us, helping us with getting to the location of where we would be meeting him. He was very pleasant and super helpful throughout the whole trip and was great with my 13 year old nephew. He took us to some great spots and all 3 of us were able to catch a fish. My husband mainly wanted to catch a peacock bass and captain Dave did everything he could to get him on one. We originally had scheduled a morning fishing trip but then ended up rescheduling to an evening fishing trip and it was gorgeous for fishing! We couldn't have asked for better weather and better yet we couldn't have asked for a better guide as well and one who played great music too.

Captain Dave is an excellent fishing guide who gave us an unforgettable fishing experience in Palm Beach. We knew we were in good hands from the moment we met him. Captain Dave's knowledge of the local waterways and fishing techniques was second to none, and he wasted no time getting us to the best fishing spots. Throughout the 3 hour excursion, he shared his insights and tips on how to catch the elusive Large Mouth Bass, Mayan Cichlid, and Peacock Bass that inhabit the canals in the area. He was patient and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed to catch fish, and he even provided us with top-of-the-line fishing gear. We caught more fish than we ever thought possible, thanks to Captain Dave's expertise. The Large Mouth Bass, Mayan Cichlid, and Peacock Bass were biting left and right, and we had an absolute blast reeling them in. Captain Dave's passion for fishing was contagious, and it was clear that he genuinely cared about making our fishing trip a success. We highly recommend Captain Dave to anyone looking for an excellent fishing guide in Palm Beach. He exceeded our expectations in every way, and we can't wait to fish with him again.

It was my girlfriend's 1st time fishing and she had an amazing time. Her face would light up everything she pulled in a fish. It really brought out her inner child and she truly was like a kid in a candy store. Dave was extremely helpful with her and my 9 year old niece. He made sure they caught some fish and educated us along the way. My only complaint would be that my girlfriend is already talking about getting her own equipment when we get back home and she's gonna want to go fishing all the time which will cut into my golf time. I guess there are worse problems to have. Would definitely recommend.

It was great to learn from Captain Dave about the fishery in the local area. I grew up an hour north of here and then moved out of state never once targeted Peacock Bass even though they have been around some 30 + years. Met up with the Captain easy to find nice location. He has a nice clean boat and good equipment. This particular day was spectacular in every way. Perfect weather and conditions, and Captain Dave had us catching fish very early into the trip and consistently until the end of the charter. We caught 3 species of fish Peacock Bass, Largemouth Bass and a Mayan Cichlid. The Peacock Bass are the star of the show strong fighters and so beautiful to see up close before releasing them back to their home. Captain Dave is a true professional and I would reccomend this trip to anyone.

Such a fun day, Captain Dave was awesome. From pick up to drop off there was constant action. We caught a bunch of large mouth and Peacock bass and made some great memories with my buddies. Could not ask for a better day out on the water!

Captain Dave was a great guide and very knowledgeable about the local waters. He put us on fish pretty quickly. Recommend him and would absolutely do a trip with him again.