[alastair]

Hi,

I don't think it's a bad thing to create some freediving heros / idols, and this usually goes hand-in-hand with some commercialism. Who wouldn't pay 500 dollars for a driving lesson with Michael Schumacher or Tiger Woods?

On the other hand, we need to ensure that our sport remains as accessible as possible and that's where organizations like Apnea Academy come in - offering courses for every level and pocket through a large network of hand-picked instructors.

Happy New Year!

Al