SWIM FOR THE OCEAN

CUBA

One of the most protected coral reefs in the world

For 2026, we are planning an independent film and education project in Cuba as part of our international initiative "Swim for the Ocean". The project is a standalone component of the educational film project "Generation Ocean" and is aimed at students in grades 5 to 9 in German-speaking countries.
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The number of sharks & large fish is 10 times higher than in neighboring unprotected reefs.

The focus is on a swim along the Cuban coral reef, one of the best-preserved reef systems in the world. It's not about athletic performance or records. André isn't swimming to prove anything, but to approach a unique ecosystem with respect, tranquility, and attentiveness.
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In the film, André is not the athlete, but the observer and narrator – a “Man of the Ocean” who shows what needs to be protected and why it is worth taking responsibility for the sea.

The film takes a positive, pragmatic approach. It makes it clear that marine conservation works: political frameworks, conscious resource management, and restraint in interfering with nature measurably contribute to preserving ecosystems. Cuba serves as an example of a special relationship with the sea – not as criticism, but as an encouraging model.

The project will continue beyond 2026. Depending on its success, an international public release is also planned. We will keep you updated on progress, etc., via social media and here.

This project is not funded through online donations collected via Donorbox/Stripe. However, anyone who wants to support the project can manually transfer to the theBlueHeart account: THEBLUEHEART GGMBH, DE35 4765 0130 1010 2652 78