We asked Raphael:

“Why do you love swimming and what motivates you to teach people?” 

“In the Philippines, numerous kids, as well as adults, drown from floods. I wanted to help in my own small way by using skills, I see as an essential life skill. Swimming is something a lot of people struggle with as its obviously not natural to breath and move under water but with a few simple techniques and practice, moving becomes possible and absolutely enjoyable. Being in the ocean and swimming is something I love doing and I want to give people the chance to experience this too.”