I was born in Punta Arena, Chile, in the same city from which Chilean Naval Officer Luis Pardo Villalon, in August of 1916,  departed to Antarctica,  to rescue the 22 stranded crewmen of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship. Being part of these incredible seafaring feats gave me a massive passion for marine activities.  When I was a young guy, I let memories of Jacques Cousteau build in me a massive interest in what is going on under the water and all that is involved in being under the water, for a longer period than one breath allows. I also really enjoy helping beginners to learn how to enjoy life under the water and work on skills with new divers.