18/02/2026
I began this journey as a non-swimmer who struggled with panic in the water. After three months of consistent freediving, my curiosity and passion for the sport led me to enroll in the Wave 1 Certification course. Throughout the process, I gained not only technical knowledge and skills but also personal growth and discipline. Eventually, I stepped into coaching while still working toward completing my Wave 1 course.
During this time, I made the decision to quit smoking. The withdrawal process was challenging and affected my performance and well-being, which required me to temporarily pause my certification. After a few months of recovery and regaining strength, I resumed my course in January. However, due to unforeseen circumstances and prioritizing safety, I had to pause coaching again for the rest of February.
Today, I am proud to share that I am officially Wave 1 Certified.
I sincerely thank my instructor/coach .freediver of for the guidance, patience, and support throughout this journey. I am also deeply grateful to Coach and Coach of for providing me with complimentary swim training, which greatly contributed to my improvement and confidence in the water.
The challenges I faced along the way led me to meaningful connections, growth, and new opportunities. For that, I am truly grateful.