Brian Myers Makes Cayman History at Azul Freediving Challenge

Cayman-born athlete sets national record in Constant Weight Bi-Fins, elevating the islands on the international freediving map

By Leanna Lewis

Cayman Islands freediver Brian Myers made history at the Azul Freediving Challenge 2025, held at the stunning Cenote Yum-Kin in Mexico from September 26 to 28. Competing against elite freedivers from around the world, Myers achieved a depth of 35 metres in the Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB) discipline, setting a new national record for the Cayman Islands.

“Setting a new record for Cayman was very surreal,” Myers said. “I actually set out to do that from the start. I was aiming pretty high in the beginning, but then I readjusted my goal for this challenge — and once I did that, I just went for it.”

During the dive, Myers remained calm and focused, visualizing each moment of his descent. “I knew I’d hit freefall soon, and I just focused on enjoying the glide all the way from 15 to 35 metres. Before I knew it, I was there,” he shared.

The achievement comes after months of disciplined training. “In preparation for this milestone, I’ve been consistently diving three days a week,” Myers explained. “Earlier in training, I was chasing numbers, diving anywhere between 35 and 40 metres each time. Eventually, I focused on being completely comfortable at 35 metres, and that’s where I set the record. So in the future, I’ll be able to break it, no problem.”

For Myers, the record is both a personal triumph and a milestone for Cayman’s presence in the sport. “Personally, this is a huge milestone,” he said. “I wanted to start breaking records for Cayman and bring attention to the island — being the first Caymanian-born diver to take the Constant Weight Bi-Fins record for Cayman and set it where it is now. Looking ahead, I plan to take on all of the records set by Richard Collette and keep pushing the boundaries every single time. For Cayman, it means we now have a deep diver — and I’ll continue to represent the islands in freediving wherever I go.”

The Azul Freediving Challenge is recognized for its high standards of safety and competition, drawing freedivers from beginners to elite athletes worldwide. PranaMaya Freediving, the event organizer, hosts workshops, official training, and competitions in multiple disciplines, including Free Immersion (FIM), Constant Weight (CWT), Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB), and Constant Weight No Fins (CNF). Divers compete in Cenote Yum-Kin, a crystal-clear freshwater sinkhole with depths reaching up to 87 metres, offering ideal conditions with no waves or currents.

Looking ahead, Myers is already setting his sights on future competitions. “Next for me is a pool competition in Tampa this December, and I’m focusing on distance rather than depth. This will help in upcoming depth competitions. I also have some events planned for next year, and I’ll be organizing my training around them. Freediving requires a lot of physical and mental effort, especially in building CO2 tolerance. My family and fellow freedivers have been incredibly supportive, and now it’s about staying consistent and putting in the work.”

Brian Myers’ record-setting dive is more than a personal accomplishment; it’s a historic moment for Cayman’s sporting community and highlights the islands’ growing reputation on the international freediving stage.