Ben Kvanli (pronounced Kwanly) is a 1996 Olympian and world-class, expert whitewater kayaker and ACA whitewater instructor.  Ben has competed internationally on the Whitewater Slalom World Cup circuit and at the 1995 through 2003 World Championships representing Guatemala.  Ben started paddling in the USA as a junior and is currently immersed in paddlesports industry through his involvement with the Red River Racing Club and the Power Olympic Outdoor Center in Texas.

Olympic Outdoor Center helps paddlers of all abilities San Marcos Daily Record April 17, 2005