Tide & Breath

Tide & Breath is a 3-hour introduction to freediving techniques designed specifically for ocean swimmers. This session isn’t about depth - it’s about breath control, relaxation, and learning how to stay calm and efficient in challenging ocean conditions.

Session Outline

Theory: Freediving Skills for Ocean Swimming

• The mammalian dive reflex: cold water response and benefits for ocean swimming

• Stress, relaxation and heart-rate control

• CO₂ vs O₂ and breath-holding

Breathwork, Lung Stretching & Mindfulness

• Breathing mechanics (belly, ribs, chest)

• Gentle lung and chest flexibility stretches

• Guided dry breath-holds & recovery breathing

Pool Session

• Static breath-holding

• High CO₂ swimming drills

• Breath-control and efficiency-based drills

Price: $160 per person
Location: UNSW Aquatic Centre, Kensington

Requirements: Aged 14+ & able to swim at least 200m continuously unassisted

Suitable for:

• Ocean swimmers

• Triathletes and endurance swimmers

• Anyone curious about breath-work and freediving skills for ocean swimming