Behind this project, there are stories, experiences, and paths that began long before IPAR S.A.R. existed. Every each of us comes from a different place, with personal and professional journeys that, over time, ended up converging at the sea.
In this gallery, we wanted to share a small part of our origins: pictures that reflect where we come from, how we have learnt and what has brought us here. These are moments that are part of the journey that has shaped the way we understand working at sea and our commitment to rescue.
Xabi López in an epic session in Costa da Morte together with the Surfaros team.
Marcos González, firefighter from Donostia, he is passionate about training in traffic accident rescue and water rescue. In the photo, with his team at the Donostia fire station.
Jaime Rochas since his beginnings, he has been closely related to the rescue world. 2019 photo, working as part of the safety team in the best edition so far of the Punta Galea Challenge.
Jon Idarreta, passionate about sports, surfing a wave at home.
Jaime and Xabi, united by big wave surfing. In the photo, preparing before a session.
Jon and Xabi has shared many summers working as lifeguards and skippers at Zarautz beach.
Xabi is a rescue swimmer at Helimer. In the photo, together with David Lanza, his instructor during the training, after a session.
Jaime on a wave in France.
Jaime with his brigade, firefighters from Goierri.
Jon on a training day.
Xabi surfing Belharra alongside Matt Etxebarne on the foil. Challenging conditions due to the strong wind.
Jaime on the jet ski driving Xabi at Belharra.
Marcos with his colleagues in Valencia after the DANA.
Xabi surfing one of his best waves in Nazaré.
Xabi alongside Axi Muniain escaping from a wave after a critical rescue.
Night training with Helimer 206 in Santander.