Cynthjhune Goden (Cabgod)

In the Philippines, Cabgod's lifelong connection with water began early. Starting as a competitive swimmer at 11, Cabgod's journey extended to competitions in South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, spanning 12 years. Driven by his love for water, Cabgod delved into sea exploration in 2011, acquiring scuba diving certification. This deepened his appreciation for the sea's natural beauty, stirring more curiosity about dive sites and mesmerizing underwater fauna. In the year 2020, Cabgod discovered the art of freediving, confronting a childhood drowning incident at age 6. Despite this, his profound enjoyment of the deep seas from scuba diving spurred him to challenge his fears and push his physical limits through the sport. Simultaneously, Cabgod explored videography as another hobby. As his freediving skills advanced, his aspiration grew to capture and share the serene underwater experience with the world through his lenses.