Efraín Velarde Calvillo (born 18 April 1986) is a Mexican footballer, who plays at defender for Monarcas Morelia.
He joined the Pumas youth system at the age of 13 and worked his way through the ranks to debut in 2004; he usually plays in the left flank of the defense and this season would try to become a regular starter.
He has played also for the U-20 and U-21 Mexico national team.
Often, commentators will refer to Efrain Velarde as "Chispa" Velarde for his quickness and ball handling.
On 4 June 2014 he was signed by CF Monterrey