Yann_Dejou
Age: 48
Stage 28

French Guiana

Yann Dejou will carry the Olympic Torch. Here’s his story:

As a PE teacher and founder of the “Guyakite” kitesurfing club, Yann is a true innovator in the field of adapted sport. He invented the tandem handikite discipline and developed the first safe harness to introduce kitesurfing to children and adults with multiple disabilities, autism, blindness and psycho-cognitive disorders.

In addition to his exceptional contributions to the world of adapted sport, Yann also launched the STAPS research symposium on the effects of extreme sports on people with disabilities. In addition to his talent for teaching and whole-hearted commitment, Yann is also a devoted father and loyal friend.