Martin Zapanta

Martin Zapanta

Freediver - NR Holder - Instructor - Creator

Martin is a seasoned freediving instructor from the Philippines, currently ranked as the country's Top 1 freediver and holder of 15 national records. Beyond his breath-hold accomplishments, he brings over a decade of experience as a creative media professional, with a versatile skillset spanning photography, filmmaking, video editing, and color grading. His technical precision and artistic vision shine through in his work—whether capturing the grace of fellow freedivers or composing striking portraits of marine life, his visuals are crafted with remarkable detail and emotional depth. The result? Simply breathtaking.

See Martin's AIDA Rankings.