Advanced Freediving Course

SSI Level 2 Freediver Certification

Unlike other advanced freediving courses out there, we run our courses over three days rather than the standard two, adding an additional depth session to consolidate skills and ensure the progress of our students.

The SSI Advanced Freediving Course is a series of theory, pool and depth workshops that will:

  • Develop your understanding of the physiology of freediving

  • Develop mindfulness & breathwork techniques to enable you to hold your breath for 3 minutes

  • Enable to you to dive comfortably and efficiently to depths of up to 30m on a single breath

  • Allow you to gain an insight into training for freediving, the buddy system, buoy set-up and pool training routines

What’s included:

  • SSI online learning materials

  • 2.5 hour theory workshop

  • 1 hour breath-work, mindfulness and lung stretching session

  • 2.5 hour pool session

  • 3 ocean depth training sessions

  • SSI Freediving certification upon completion of course requirements

  • Gear hire available (excluding wetsuits)

Requirements:

  • Aged 16+

  • Level 1 Certified freediver (SSI/Padi/Molchanovs)

Suitable for:

  • Certified freedivers looking to progress their skills

  • Those considering competing or instructing in future

    Price:

    $650pp

    $780pp (private booking min. 2 pax)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • You'll need to hold an SSI Level 1 Freediving certification or an equivalent qualification from another recognised freediving agency (Padi, Molchanovs, AIDA etc).

  • The SSI Level 2 course develops the skills and knowledge needed to progress towards depths of up to 30 metres. Your actual depth will depend on your individual ability, equalisation, relaxation and progression throughout the course.

  • You'll build on the foundations developed during your beginner course, developing advanced equalisation skills, air management techniques and relaxation practices. Training also covers thoracic cavity stretching to improve flexibility and expand your usable lung capacity, alongside advanced safety and buddying protocols to give you the skills and confidence to plan and train depth safely.

  • The course includes e-learning materials, a theory session, a pool session and three open-water depth sessions. Freediving equipment can be provided, excluding wetsuits. However, we strongly recommend that advanced students invest in their own equipment. Being familiar with gear that you've tried and tested makes it much easier to refine your technique, develop consistency and progress your skills.

  • All advanced courses at Eunoia are taught by owner and lead instructor Rosie Richards. With over eight years of freediving experience, a personal best depth of 55 metres and over a decade of formal teaching experience in the education sector, Rosie brings together extensive practical experience and a strong background in teaching. Her approach combines technical knowledge, personalised instruction and a focus on safety, helping you develop the skills and confidence to become a more capable and independent freediver.

  • Absolutely! You don't need to have completed your beginner course with Eunoia to join our advanced training. If you hold an SSI Level 1 certification or an equivalent qualification from another recognised freediving agency, you can continue your training with us.

Course Structure

Days 1-3 to run on consecutive days, day 4 can be scheduled to suit your own preference/schedule.

  • Day 1 - Saturday - Full day: 3 hour theory workshops & 2 hour pool session

  • Day 3 - Sunday - Full day: 2 open water depth sessions

  • Day 4 - Optional dates: 1 open water depth session

Logistics & Details 

Day 1: UNSW Aquatic Centre, Randwick

Advanced physiology of freediving:

  • Lung volumes

  • Advanced EQ - tongue positions & reverse packing

  • Buoyancy & freefall

  • Advanced safety & pressure related injuries

    Theory Workshops:

  • Advanced equalisation: T, K, H tongue positions & reverse packing

  • Freefall technique

  • Lung stretching & breathing for freediving

Confined Water Session:

  • Static apnea

  • Dynamic technique - bi fins & no fins

  • Pool training drills

  • Rescue skills

Day 2: The Spit, Mosman

  • Pre-dive stretching & breath-work session

  • Buoy set up & maintenance

Open Water Depth Session 1:

  • Deep equalisation: tongue positions & reverse packing

  • Perfecting technique

  • Depth progression

Open Water Depth Session 2:

  • Freefall workshop

  • Buddying

  • Safety & rescue

Day 3: Open Water Depth Session 3

  • Refining EQ & freefall technique

  • Ticking off outstanding course requirements

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SSI Freediving Certification Requirements:

Level 2 / Advanced Freediver

Prerequisites:

SSI Level 1 / Beginner freediving certification or equivalent

Theory:

Online learning - reading & unit quizzes

Pool Requirements:

2 min 30 secs STA (static breath-hold)

50m DYNB (dynamic bi-fins)

35m DNF (dynamic no fins)

Rescue & Tow

Open Water Requirements:

20-30m CWTB (constant weight bi-fins)

Freefall Technique

Buddy procedure

Rescue from 10-15m

Testimonials

“One of the best diving experience I've ever had. Rosie was attentive & very collaborative in getting the best learning outcome for me. I highly recommend her teaching approach & sensitivity to her student's needs.”

- Jessica T

“Rosie is a great instructor that makes your diving a breeze. She takes away a lot of the nerves when doing depth diving and is able to provide a real personal touch to help you achieve your depth goals! Her courses are also super informative and she presents information in a way that’s so easy to retain and understand. Always have the best time diving with Rosie!”

- Lisa Z

“Can’t recommend Eunoia enough! Done multiple line sessions with Rosie and been really impressed with her experience and ability to pick up on subtle areas and techniques that have made a huge difference in my diving ability and confidence. Super attentive and fun to dive with, always leave our sessions feeling amazing.”

- Blaze C