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Who We've Worked With

Some Legends We've Worked with

Jessica Fox

3x Olympic Gold Medallist Jessica Fox completed a tailored private freediving course designed to meet her specific needs for upcoming competitions. Under the personal guidance of Dan, she achieved an impressive depth of 20 metres.

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james te huna

James joined us for the Molchanovs Wave 1 course. We tailored the course to his needs of fast recovery and breathwork for high-stress situations.

brian skerry

Dan served as Brian Skerry‘s primary safety diver in the water throughout the “Secrets of the Whales” documentary filming. Dan’s key responsibility was ensuring Brian’s safety as he photographed large marine animals.

Nan Hauser

Dan was lucky enough to work alongside Marine Biologist & Founder of Cook Islands Whale Research, Nan Hauser, collecting whale skin, identifying whales and identifying whale song.

Matt Horspool

We work closely alongside Matt from Etchd Photography. Matt is a professional photographer/filmmaker and Olympus Ambassador offering a variety of adventure, travel and animal photography. Matt works closely alongside Discovery Channel, and National Geographic.

james-fletcher

James Fletcher is a renowned exercise physiologist, physiotherapist, and breathing specialist, known for his work with elite athletes, including Cirque Du Soleil performers, Olympians, and big wave surfers. As the founder of Fletcher Techniques and Safe and Healthy, James specializes in respiratory muscle training and breath science. His inspiring personal story of resilience, following a traumatic injury, adds a unique depth to his expertise.

stuart-mckenzie

Stuart McKenzie is the head coach for Cirque Du Soleil, a former world-ranked sports acrobat, and a seasoned performer in iconic shows like Kooza and KURIOS. With expertise in strength, conditioning, and aerial coaching, Stuart now focuses on helping others achieve fitness and personal growth through workshops, retreats, and building confidence and trust.

Matt Formston the Blind Surfer

Matt Formston is a world champion surfer, Paralympian cyclist, and keynote speaker who lost 95% of his vision at age five. A pioneer in adaptive surfing, Matt has competed internationally and inspired audiences worldwide. With expertise in resilience and personal growth, he now helps others overcome challenges through workshops, talks, and coaching, building confidence and unlocking potential.

Laurie Shaw - Fitness Influencer

Laurie Shaw is a fitness influencer, content creator, and former personal trainer who inspires millions through his energetic workouts and lifestyle challenges. With expertise in fitness, motivation, and nutrition, Laurie now helps others achieve lasting results through online programs, workshops, and practical advice.

Organisations we've worked with

nat geo

Dan worked with National Geographic as Head of Safety for an entire film crew.

pcyc

We work closely with PCYC to run our youth program; Breath For Life. The Breathe for Life Program is committed to nurturing holistic well-being and personal growth among youth, transcending cultural boundaries, and promoting inclusivity.

aus olympic team

We ran a private freediving course for the Australian Olympic Canoeing Slalom Team. We tailored the course to the needs of the athletes for their upcoming competitions. Dan personally trained Olympic Gold Medallist, Jessica Fox, and took her to a depth of 20 metres.

red rock films

Dan worked with the crew at Red Rock Films as the Primary Safety Diver for the filming of documentary, Secret of the Whales, featured on National Geographic and Disney Plus.

cirque-du-soleil

We collaborated with Cirque du Soleil to support their performers in mastering breath control and executing water stunts with precision and confidence. Our tailored training focuses on enhancing resilience and safety, enabling them to deliver outstanding performances in challenging environments.

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We partnered with Netflix on projects featuring some of the world’s best freedivers and athletes. Dan trained with Stephen Keenan at Egypt’s Blue Hole for The Deepest Breath, and earned certifications under world record holder Alexey Molchanov, featured in Freediver. Our current work showcases blind surfing champion Matt Formston in The Blind Sea.

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