why I compete
The never-ending fascination of long dives and exploring boundaries in freediving is something that comes from a very deep and authentic place within me. Preparing for competitions involves a structured approach anchored into my life.
That way I am everyday moving a little bit into the direction of longer, more relaxed dives. That motivates and encourages me to get up every day with a smile, well knowing I am right on track. Tracking progress enables insightful comparisons, fostering continuous adjustment and learning.
Freediving challenges not only breath-holding capabilities but also demands mastery in mental resilience, flexibility, strength, and diving techniques. Since mid-2023, I've expanded my training in various freediving disciplines, complemented by regular gym workouts, advancing my Yoga practice, and mastering proper swimming techniques. Therefore I am connected with experts across diverse areas and regularly challenged to move out of my comfort zone. The harmony of these elements coming together is truly magical and beneficial for sustaining my healthy life.
My journey in competitive freediving is deeply rooted in my passion for sharing training techniques and engaging with top freedivers worldwide.
Competition preparation is divided in phases that vary from basic training periods that focus more on general fitness and strength to specialized trainings like diving deep in lakes or oceans. Moving along the mix of different challenges brings immense joy, witnessing my body grow stronger and more intelligent day by day.
competitions 2024
April
Swiss Championship Pool
Lausanne, Switzerland
September
Campionati Italiani di Apnea Outdoor 2024
Riva del Garda, Italy
results
Due to my German citizenship, I've set records for Germany. Nevertheless, I hold the Swiss Freediving Champion title from time to time, as my sole place of residence has been in Switzerland for over a decade.
2021
Swiss Champion in deep diving in the lake
World Championships in Limassol, Cyprus and Kaş, Turkey
Securing 8th place for CWTB (71 meters) and 9th place for CWT (73 meters)
National Record Lake:
54 meters CWTB (AIDA, lake)
2022
Swiss Champion, Pool and Lake
World Championship in Kaş,Turkey
Securing place 6.
National Records:
82 meters CWT (CMAS)
70 meters CTWB (AIDA, lake)
2023
World Record: Set a new Lake World Record with CWTB, reaching a depth of 73 meters using bifins
2024
Swiss Champion Lake Freediving
First place in static breath-hold in the pool
National Records Lake:
80 meter CWT (CMAS) - Lago di Garde
72 meter CWT (AIDA) - Lake Zurich