Michaela Werner
I’m on a mission to be the best freediving coach in the world.
From my early days as a competitive swimmer in Slovakia to chasing my dream of an ocean lifestyle in Australia at 19, I’ve always opted for a life filled with adventure, where the ocean has remained my constant companion.
My journey took an unexpected turn in 2009 when, struggling with scuba equalization, I discovered freediving. Since then, I’ve never looked back, leaving scuba tanks behind.
In 2016, I became one of Australia’s first freediving instructors under the guidance of World Champion Erez Beatus.
Fueled by a burning desire to see how far I can get on a single breath, I sought mentorship from the renowned “Coach of the Champions,” Martin Zajac. Amidst Covid lockdowns, I unearthed unconventional training methods, achieving personal best dives in all pool disciplined and deepened my understanding of mental training.
In November 2023 I set a new Guinness World Record by completing 101 x 25m laps of underwater breast stroke (DNF – Dynamic No Fins) under one hour.
My freediving journey continues to evolve as plan to dive deep into Egypt’s Blue Hole in May 2024.
Freediving Timeline:
2009 Discovered Freediving
2010 Organised the first Freediving pool Competition in Australia
2016 Became Freediving Instructor
2023 Became AIDA Judge
2023 Became Guinness WR Holder
Personal Bests in Pool:
200m DYN (horizontal distance with monofin)
175m DYNB (horizontal distance with bi-fins)
6:08 STA (static breath hold)
101 x 25m DNF laps / 1 hour 🙂
Upcoming Courses
Start Date | Name Details | Location | Price | Status |
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22/02/2025 |
B4s “Surf Survival” – Melbourne, VIC |
Melbourne | $275.00 | 8 Qty Available |
22/02/2025 |
B4s “Surf Survival” – Torquay, VIC |
The Sands, Torquay | $275.00 | 8 Qty Available |
22/03/2025 - 23/03/2025 08:00 - 16:00 |
Learn to Freedive – 3 days – Newcastle, Port Stephens |
$825.00 | 4 Qty Available |