A family of ocean souls, united by purpose, each bringing something unique to the surface. At SALT Escape, we’re more than instructors or coaches—we’re a family, each offering our own style, experience, and energy.
Whether you’re here to explore, to challenge yourself, or to find stillness beneath the surface, there’s someone here who’s got your back. With a blend of skill, passion, and personality, we’re here to guide, support, and inspire you.
Raised on the coastline of Durban, Angie has always felt a deep connection to the ocean. As the founder of SALT Escape, she now channels that lifelong bond into a space where others can connect with the sea through interactive workshops, freediving courses, ocean expeditions, and underwater training.
With a teaching style rooted in trauma-informed principles, her approach is gentle, intuitive, and grounded in respect for both the individual and the ocean. Whether guiding a retreat or leading a breath-hold beneath the waves, she creates opportunities for growth, confidence, and connection – one breath at a time.
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Angel grew up with salty air in her lungs and sand between her toes, but it wasn’t until adulthood that she dipped beneath the surface and truly discovered the magic of the ocean. After months of breath-hold training, she joined a SALT Escape retreat – and everything changed. What began as a personal journey quickly became a passion.
Now, as Chief of Staff at SALT Escape, Angel brings her creative spark, sharp intuition, and unmatched ability to read the room (and Angie’s mind!) to every project and retreat. A true firecracker and team goofball, she keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes while adding warmth, laughter, and heart to everything the SALT crew does.
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With years of experience as a scuba instructor and a certified D.A.N First Aid Instructor, Marc brings a solid foundation of ocean knowledge to the SALT Escape team. In 2023, he discovered the world of freediving and quickly connected with the power of breathwork as both a performance tool and a pathway to balance in everyday life.
Marc is passionate about guiding new divers as they build confidence and calm through breath. Known for his grounded presence and steady support, he’s a trusted guide both in and out of the water, making him an invaluable part of every SALT Escape experience. He’s taken his camera below the surface, capturing the beauty of the underwater world with his Seafrogs housing.
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Arenea is a passionate freediver, ocean lover, and assistant coach at Hurricane Squad. Her journey began in 2013 with an intro to freediving from Hanli Prinsloo, igniting a lifelong love for breath-hold and the mental clarity it brings.
With a background in competitive sport, her coaching style blends strength, fitness, and body awareness – while always keeping things playful and goal-focused. A Molchanovs Wave 2 freediver, AIDA judge, safety diver, and two-time pool competitor, Arenea brings both experience and enthusiasm to every session, helping others unlock their potential, one breath at a time.
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