ABOUT

Amaru, founded by Freediving Instructor and certified Sport Instructor specializing in fitness-, health-oriented, and preventive exercise Cassandra Svaricek, blends the principles of freediving and breath-holding to enhance both physical performance and mental resilience. Drawing from Cassandra’s deep understanding of the ocean’s lessons on adaptability and inner strength, Amaru integrates physical and mental training into one cohesive experience. With a strong foundation in movement science and performance optimization, this approach supports breath control, efficient oxygen use, and overall well-being.

Through targeted CO₂ and hypoxic training, Amaru refines how the body utilizes oxygen, improves lactic acid tolerance, and boosts ATP production — key factors for sustained performance and recovery. At the same time, breath-holding raises CO₂ levels, providing a powerful tool to access subconscious patterns. These deeply ingrained responses, shaped by past experiences and survival mechanisms, influence how we handle stress and challenges. Learning to stay composed in breath holds strengthens mental clarity, focus, and resilience, helping to shift limiting patterns and cultivate greater confidence and emotional control.

At Amaru, physical and mental performance are inseparable. Cassandra’s background in freediving instruction and health-oriented movement offers a balanced, sustainable approach that builds strength while sharpening the mind. Each session is designed to develop both aspects in unison, ensuring that every breath, every moment, contributes to long-term progress. This holistic method creates lasting change, allowing you to move past limitations, release self-imposed boundaries, and develop a deeper connection with yourself.

Whether you want to improve athletic performance, overcome mental blocks, or cultivate a greater sense of well-being, Amaru provides the methods and guidance to support your growth.