Seychellois Freediver Smashes Records in Egypt

Seychellois Freediver Smashes Records in Egypt

Seychelles’ own Sophie — founder of Freediving Seychelles — has made history at an international freediving competition in Egypt, setting not one, but three national records for Seychelles!

After a month of intense training in Dahab, a global freediving hotspot, Sophie competed in the AIDA Freediving World Event held in Sharm El Sheikh from 21st to 23rd July 2025. Her performance was nothing short of spectacular:

• Day 1: 54m in Free Immersion (FIM) – National Record

• Day 2: 59m in Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB) – National Record

• Day 3: 63m in Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB) – National Record & Personal Best

These incredible dives officially place Sophie as Seychelles’ top freediver, marking a huge milestone not just for her personally, but for the island nation’s growing freediving community.

Sophie’s dedication, discipline, and passion for the sport continue to inspire — and we’re proud to follow her journey as she takes Seychelles to new depths on the world stage.

Huge congratulations, Sophie! Your dedication and achievements are an inspiration to us all. Seychelles is proud!

Interview with Sophie, 18th of July – Update

We caught up with Sophie to ask her all the questions you wanted answers to — check out what she had to say!

Update from Sophie – 9th of July 2025

Have a question about freediving, training, or what it’s like going for a national record? Now’s your chance to ask!

I’ve teamed up with @insideseychelles to answer your questions in an upcoming interview. Anything you’re curious about on this journey: the training, the mindset, the challenges, the fun stuff – ask away!

💬 Just leave your question in the comments below before July 16th.
🎥 I’ll be answering them all in the interview, and my favorite question will win a prize!

What’s the prize?
🎯 New to freediving? You’ll win an Intro to Freediving Course
🤿 Certified? You’ll get a Freediving Training Session
🌍 Not in Seychelles? We’ll send you an awesome Freediving Seychelles towel poncho

Ask away 🙌

Seychellois Freediver Targets National Record

Seychelles’ own Sophie — founder of Freediving Seychelles — is currently in Egypt training for a prestigious international freediving competition, where she is aiming to set a new national record for Seychelles.

Sophie is spending a month training in Dahab, a renowned global freediving hub, before heading to Sharm El Sheikh to compete in an AIDA Freediving World event taking place from 21st to 23rd July 2025.

She’ll be competing in two freediving disciplines:

• Free Immersion (FIM)

• Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB)

This record-breaking attempt could place Sophie as Seychelles’ top freediver – an incredible milestone for both her and the island nation’s growing freediving community.

We’ll be sharing updates from Sophie as she progresses through her training and competition, so stay tuned and show your support!

Check out training shots and behind-the-scenes content

A big thank you to her sponsors who are helping make this journey possible:
Le Chantier Dental Clinic, Reliance Cars, Equinoxe Diving Centre, Zil Lokal, Freediving London, Eden Fishing Specialist, Freediving Seychelles, Dolly Tirant, Semi Sub Seychelles, Info Health, and Socomep.

Wishing Sophie the very best — Seychelles is behind you all the way!

About Freediving Seychelles

Freediving Seychelles is the first and only dedicated freediving school in the country, founded by national athlete Sophie. Based on Mahé, the school offers professional AIDA-certified freediving courses, training sessions, and ocean experiences for all levels — from complete beginners to advanced divers. With a focus on safety, self-awareness, and connection to the ocean, Freediving Seychelles provides a unique opportunity to explore the underwater world using just one breath. Whether you’re looking to overcome a fear of the sea, improve your technique, or simply discover the freedom of diving without tanks, Freediving Seychelles has something for everyone.

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