Biography

Originally from the Czech Republic, Anna began her diving journey in 2019 in the Philippines, where she earned her Open Water certification. After moving to Australia in 2020, she expanded her skills on the Great Barrier Reef, completing her Advanced Adventurer and Stress & Rescue certifications.

In 2022, Anna relocated to Melbourne, where she embraced the challenges of cold-water diving and advanced into dry suit, decompression, side mount, and cave diving in the iconic sinkholes of Mt. Gambier. This year, she proudly achieved her Divemaster and Open Water Instructor certifications, solidifying her commitment to professional diving. She now dives actively with the Dive La Trobe club, under the mentorship of renowned diver John Dalla-Zuanna.

Passionate about ocean protection, Anna advocates for marine conservation, focusing on awareness around the decline of kelp forests in Tasmania. She has also volunteered with Sea Shepherd, further demonstrating her dedication to preserving marine ecosystems.

Beyond diving, Anna balances her adventurous underwater life with a career as a Sales Manager at Cisco and her artistic passion as a chorister with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Chorus.