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Stephan Whelan

Stephan is the Founder of DeeperBlue.com. His passion for the underwater world started at 8 years old with a try-dive in a hotel pool on holiday that soon formulated into a lifelong love affair with the oceans. In 1996 he set up DeeperBlue.com and has grown the site to be the most popular diving website and community in the world.

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Our Mission to Inspire, Educate, and Inform Divers & Ocean Advocates

Discover the mission and values that have driven DeeperBlue.com since 1996. From educating divers to inspiring ocean conservation, this is the story of how we connect a global community with the wonders of the underwater world.

The Top Diving Stories Of 2024

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New World and National Records Emerge as 2024 AIDA Depth Freediving World Championship Concludes in Corsica

The 2024 AIDA Depth World Championship wrapped up with Petar Klovar and Marianna Gillespie claiming overall titles, alongside multiple world, continental, and national records being set.

Record-Breaking Dives Highlight Day 6 of 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship

Despite weather delays, Day 6 of the 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship saw remarkable performances in the Constant Weight (CWT) discipline, with Marianna Gillespie securing a 100m dive and Alexey Molchanov defending his World Champion title at 131m.

Records Shatter as Women Shine in Free Immersion at 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship

The fifth day of the 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship in Corsica saw incredible performances in the Free Immersion (FIM) category, with Enchante Gallardo setting a new Continental and National record at 94m.

Men’s Constant Weight Bi-Fins at the 33rd AIDA Freediving Depth World Championship

The fourth day of the 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship in Corsica featured thrilling performances in the men's Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB) event, with Alexey Molchanov setting a new world record at 125 meters. Several national records were also broken.

Women’s Constant Weight Bi-Fins On 3rd Day of 33rd AIDA Freediving Depth World Championship

The third day of the 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship in Corsica saw remarkable performances in the women's Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB) category, with Marianna Gillespie claiming victory at 96m. New continental and national records were also set, highlighting the global reach and growing popularity.

Molchanov Sets New Absolute Freediving World Record In Constant Weight with Bifins

Russian Freediver Alexey Molchanov has set his 35th World Record by diving 125m / 410ft in Constant Weight with BiFins while at the 33rd AIDA Freediving World Championships in France.

Constant Weight No Fins Performances Continue at 33rd AIDA Freediving Depth World Championship

Day 2 of the 33rd AIDA Depth World Championship in Corsica, France, showcased thrilling performances in the men's Constant Weight No Fins (CNF) discipline. Petar Klovar defended his title with a 93m dive, while Vitomir Marici? and Abdelatif Alouach secured silver and bronze, respectively, alongside several national records being set.

The 33rd AIDA Freediving Depth World Championship Kicks Off in Corsica, France

The 33rd AIDA Freediving World Championship kicked off in Corsica, France, with impressive performances in the challenging Constant Weight No Fins (CNF) discipline.

DeeperBlue Launches New Sustainable and Ethical Clothing Line for Divers

Discover DeeperBlue's new sustainable and ethically produced clothing line, designed for divers and ocean advocates who care about our planet.

Introducing New Supporter Options: Join Us in Our Mission!

We’re excited to announce new ways for you to support DeeperBlue.com through one-time donations or ongoing monthly and yearly subscriptions. Your contributions will help us maintain our independence and produce high-quality content our community loves.

Thrilling Final Day at the CMAS 14th World Freediving Indoor Championship

The World Freediving Championship concluded on July 9th with stunning performances in the dynamic monofin (DYN) discipline, setting new world records and qualifying athletes for the XII World Games in 2025. Mirela Kardasevic and Guillaume Bourdila emerged as world champions in the female and male senior categories, respectively.

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