Our Coaches
We are high-level athletes who live swimming and freediving not as activities, but as a way of life.
Our approach goes beyond technique.
We bring together physical performance, mental clarity, and a deep respect for the environment
to offer a complete and meaningful introduction to open water.

Valentino Barilli
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Open water expert & lifelong waterman
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Ancient swimmer and monofin long-distance competitor
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Freediving instructor and Swiss champion, founder of Apnea Club Nyon
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Mental coach for apnea, and equalisation specialist.
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Professional lifeguard with expert-level rescue and open water safety experience
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Water is a passion, open water is home.
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Water as a space of presence

Marc Mamane
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Sports Coach fitness instructor.
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Passionate about movement, water and human potential.
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Former professional lifeguard with strong experience in open water safety.
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I Guide people to develop strength, awareness and confidence through movement.
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Movement is my lifestyle

Andrés Carnevali
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Former national-level swimmer (Venezuela, 1988 generation)
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Former instructor and member of the Cercle des Nageurs de Nyon
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Professional lifeguard with expert-level rescue and open water safety experience
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Master category triathlete and open water swimmer, active in endurance sports
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Passionate about helping others grow through sport and water.