Cecilie von Klaeden

Verified Athlete

Hello, my name is Cecilie and I am 16 years old. I am originally from Germany but moved to the US in the summer of 2024 to attend Saint Andrew's, a boarding school that has already become a second home for me. I have been swimming for as long as I can remember, it is my passion and therapy, the thing that turns even the hardest days around. Like probably every athlete, I have struggled throughout the years. Still, the supportive team by my side and the determination to grow, showed me how to believe in myself and to push me beyond my limits. I enjoy the challenge of practice, even early in the morning because I know that this is the only way to achieve the goals I set for myself. I couldn't imagine a life without swimming since it brought me many experiences and memories.