Background and Education

Christos was born in Athens, Greece, on September 18, 1997, where he continues to reside today. He holds a degree in Mining and Metallurgical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). In 2024, he earned his qualification as an A’ level apnea trainer. Additionally, in 2022, Christos completed both theoretical and practical training to become an Apnea Academy and AIDA Assistant Instructor. His diverse skill set also extends into entrepreneurship as the owner of Sectus Spearfishing, a company specializing in handmade wooden spearguns and spearfishing/freediving equipment.

Early Passion for Water and Spearfishing

Christos began swimming at the tender age of 4 and by the age of 20, he had already secured numerous medals in national championships. His deep love for the sea naturally led him to spearfishing, not only as a hobby but also as a professional pursuit. This passion drove him to craft high-quality, artisanal spearguns, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering principles.

Freediving Career and Achievements

At the age of 22 Christos desided to envolve to competitive freediving. Since then he has made a significant impact in both national and international freediving competitions. He currently is one of the deepest Greek male freediver of all time, with record-breaking dives of -117 meters in Constant Weight (CWT) and -105 meters in Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB).

Notable Achievements:

Bronze Medal at CMAS Depth World Championship, Kas, Turkey, 2021 (-112m CWT)
5th Place at CMAS Depth World Championship, Kas, Turkey, 2021 (-102m CWTB)
Gold Medal at CMAS World Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2023 (-113m CWT)
Gold Medal at CMAS World Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2023 (100m CWTB)
Gold Medal at CMAS World Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2023 (-96m FIM)
Over All Winner in Men’s Category at CMAS World Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2023
Deepest Man Worldwide for 2020 (-114m CWT)
Silver Medal at European Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2020 (-107m CWT)
Silver Medal at European Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2020 (-92m CWTB)
Silver Medal at European Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2020 (-75m FIM)
Over All Winner in Men’s Category at European Cup, Kalamata, Greece, 2020
24 National Records in just 4 years of competing
More than 10 times National Champion in pool and depth disciplines

Entrepreneurial Ventures

In addition to his athletic pursuits, Christos channels his passion for the ocean into his business, Sectus Spearfishing, where he designs and manufactures high-quality spearfishing and freediving equipment, with a special focus on handcrafted wooden spearguns. His dedication to both the sport and the craftsmanship involved in creating these spearguns reflects his commitment to excellence and artistry.

Personal Philosophy

Driven by a deep connection to the sea, Christos combines his engineering expertise with his love for freediving and spearfishing to push the boundaries of human potential, both on sport and craftmanship. His journey from a young swimmer to a world-renowned freediver and successful entrepreneur is a testament to his dedication, discipline, and passion.

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