JULIO VÉLEZ 

Sailor since he was 7 years old, achieving many titles nationally and internationally. He has represented his country on many occasions in events both on the South American Olympic Circuit and in the region, achieving outstanding performances including the title of South American Champion of the Lightning Class. He is currently the helmsman of the lightning team and crew of a Swan45 acting as the team tactician.

JUAN SANTOS 

He has been sailing since he was 14 years old, in his debut in the SSL he will celebrate 50 years of continuous navigation, he has competed in more than 100 international tournaments in different classes, 14 World Championships and 5 Pan American Games between them. He won 5 South American Tournaments, one in Standard Laser Class and four in Lightning class in addition to some medals in the South American Olympic Circuit. He currently sails in Lightning and in Oceanic he is the helmsman of a Swan 45.

JONATHAN MARTINETTI 

Sailor since he was 11 years old, starting in the Optimist class, achieving many national and international titles. He has been South American Optimist Champion, 2 times Sunfish World Champion, 3 times Junior World Champion in three different classes, Pan American Champion in Sunfish class in Toronto 2015 and some other medals in the South American Olympic Circuit. He is passionate about sailing, competition and the sea.

MATIAS DYCK

Laser navigator at heart and our team athlete. He has been chasing his Olympic dream for two campaigns, being Ecuador’s strongest card for Paris 2024. Despite being born and raised in Quito, Ecuador, at more than 2,800 meters above sea level. Matías has found a way to compete against the best in the world in their field. He is recognized by many for his excellent endurance.