Two Salvadoran para athletes, Jonathan Arias and David Chávez, recently competed in the Nordic Skiing World Championship in Trondheim, Norway. The athletes, trained by One Team El Salvador, represented their country in the prestigious event with the support of the Salvadoran Embassy in Norway.

One Team El Salvador, led by sports development expert Robert Powers, has played a crucial role in training athletes in para skiing, climbing, and surfing. The organization collaborates with the Salvadoran Paralympic Committee, the Council for Persons with Disabilities, and the country’s Federations of Surf, Skiing, and Climbing. In addition to working with sports institutions, One Team has partnered with government agencies focused on sports, tourism, and rescue operations.

During the championship, the Salvadoran Ambassador to Norway, Claudia Beltrán, accompanied the athletes, attending their competitions and supporting them in meetings with local authorities and media representatives.

“For our country, it is a great honor that these young para athletes compete and represent El Salvador in world championships. That is why our Embassy is committed to supporting their participation and performance in these disciplines, allowing them to grow as athletes and continue projecting themselves internationally,” stated Ambassador Beltrán.

Looking ahead, the Salvadoran athletes and One Team El Salvador remain dedicated to their training, aiming for future participation in major international events, including the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina, the 2028 Summer Paralympics in Los Angeles, and the 2030 Winter Paralympics in the French Alps.