Spearfishing Essentials
A full-day beginner spearfishing course
What you’ll learn:
In the water:
Safe diving practices and ocean awareness
Breath-hold techniques to extend your dives
Efficient diving techniques
Sustainable spearfishing methods and ethics
Target species identification and responsible foraging
On land:
Freediving fundamentals and breath-holding
Gear setup and equipment advice (gun hire available)
Post-catch preparation, including safe handling and filleting
Why join this course?
Learn from fully qualified instructors who value safety and sustainability
Build essential skills to dive with confidence
Connect with like-minded people and find new spearfishing buddies
Gain practical knowledge you can use immediately in the ocean
Take home the satisfaction of preparing your own fresh, responsibly-caught seafood
Location: Malabar, Sydney (Eastern Suburbs)
Price: $400 AUD pp, $50 optional gun hire
A full-day introduction to sustainable spearfishing and foraging - essential for beginners or those looking to build a solid foundation in the sport.
The beginner spearfishing course is designed to give you the skills, confidence, and knowledge to start your journey the right way. Taught by spearos - for spearos, you’ll learn everything from safe diving practices to preparing your catch for the table. Along the way, you’ll connect with others who share your passion for the ocean - a great way to find new dive buddies in the local community.
Session Outline:
8-9.30am: Freediving for spearfishing
9.30-11am: Spearfishing essentials & gun set-up
11.30-1.30pm: Ocean spear session
2-4pm: Post-dive debrief and fish preparation