Beginner Freediving Course
2-day SSI Level 1 Freediver Certification
The SSI Beginner Freediving Course is the start of your journey into the world of freediving. You will learn the foundations of freediving, including the physiology behind the sport as well as mindfulness and relaxation techniques to enable you to safely hold your breath. These skills will enable you to dive to depths of up to 20 metres on a single breath.
What’s included:
SSI online learning materials
A theory session
Breath-work & mindfulness session
Pool session
Two ocean line training depth sessions
SSI Freediving certification upon completion of course requirements
Gear hire available (excluding wetsuits)
Price:
$540pp
$580pp (private booking min. 2 pax)
Requirements:
Aged 16+
Able to swim at least 200m unassisted
Not adverse to being out of your comfort zone!
Suitable for:
Complete beginners
Snorkelers, spearos, surfers
Freedivers wanting to extend their knowledge and skills
Course Details & Logistics
Day 1: 8.30am - 2.30pm (approx.)
Meet at UNSW Aquatic Centre, Randwick
Theory Session: Understanding the physiology of freediving.
Breath-holding & Mindfulness Session: A practical session which teaches you mindfulness and relaxation strategies to enable you to safely and comfortably hold your breath.
Break for lunch
Pool Session: Put your new knowledge to the test in the confined water session. Work on static breath-holding, finning, streamlining & no-fins technique for freediving, in-water safety and rescue skills.
Day 2: 8am - 1pm (approx.)
Meet at The Spit, Mosman
Ocean Depth Session 1: Pre-dive relaxation, buoyancy check, line diving technique and equalisation practice, free immersion technique.
Break for morning tea
Ocean Depth Session 2: depth advancement, constant weight freediving technique, safety and rescue skills.
Testimonials
“Loved the beginners course with Eunoia Freediving - Rosie was incredibly patient, knowledgable and overall a great instructor to dive with! The pool session on the first day followed by the open water session the next - was a great intro to for newbies like myself. We felt very comfortable and relaxed despite it being our first time swimming in open water, but Rosie was always there to give us tips on equalising, breathing techniques and more. Would highly recommend for those looking for a fun yet challenging weekend.”
- Alyshia C
“The 2 day beginner freedive course was amazing! Rosie is a brilliant instructor, patient, knowledgeable and full of tips throughout the course. Day one pool session was made easy, safe and very comfortable. Day two, I was very nervous at the start but the guidance and support from Rosie had my confidence up in no time and having fun free diving. Overall highly recommend learning through Eunoia freediving, its a great experience, absolutely loved it and I'm looking forward to using the skills I've learnt to improve my underwater photography! Thanks Rosie and team!”
- Kyle J
“I loved the experience of freediving for the first time. Rosie is amazing and the technique she teaches really helps you to get more relaxed and hold the breath for longer periods of time. I thought it would be a tough and stressful experience but it was quite the opposite, it was a meditation. Rosie is also very kind, calm and patient and we could connect really well, which I think was fundamental to learn the lessons and for getting better every step of the way. Definitely would recommend for everyone who loves the sea, diving or just wants to get less anxious and relaxed. I’m 100% coming back for the line training sessions soon.”
- Bianca M