Santiago Lopez

Graduate in Sports Science and Physical Performance, has been coaching for the past 15 years. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he fell in love with sailing at the age of 6, he moved to Riva del Garda in 2004, thus beginning his career as an instructor and coach.

He oversees sailing school courses up to competitive teams. Given his university specialization, he also manages the physical preparation of the young sailors at the club, working alongside many other coaches.

Santiago is currently head coach of the Helsingfors Segelklubb (Finland).