I'm a father and someone who really enjoys the outdoors. I spend my time doing what I truly love. I live in Gualliguaica year-round; when we're not out on the water, we're enjoying the mountains, the fresh air, and small-town life.
It was 2010. Some friends and I came to the Elqui Valley, and when I saw the sails on the Puclaro Reservoir, I was blown away. I wondered what those “balloons” on the water were. They encouraged me to give it a try, and I was literally “hooked.”
It’s a moment of complete disconnection, almost meditative. I’m at one with my surroundings; when the wind is strong and I feel the water, I feel at one with what I’m doing. It’s a total break from everyday life that nourishes my soul.
Pure freedom. It lets me play with the elements. Before I took up kitesurfing, I just looked at the scenery; now, I'm part of it. It's a mental release that few other sports can provide.
Yes, I used to be a sales engineer who worked in an office Monday through Friday. When I discovered this passion, I decided to leave that life behind, move to Gualliguaica with my partner, and start a family here. For me, stepping out of my comfort zone in Santiago was the best investment I ever made.
No, I've never competed; teaching is my thing. My biggest challenge is focusing my school on educating young children—those under 10—although I'm qualified to teach adults and people with physical disabilities. If they're willing to learn, I'm here to teach them.
It's called Kitesurf Gualliguaica. We're here year-round, except in June. The setting is magical: thanks to the geography of the hills, we have a unique wind pattern that no weather app can predict accurately.
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