PADI FREEDIVER COURSE
Our goal is to deliver the best freediving course in Australia, opening up the world of freediving to everyone.
The PADI Certified Freediver is our signature course, designed to make you fall in love with freediving. You’ll also get the chance to gain an internationally-recognised freediving certification with PADI.
In a group of no more than 12 people you will gain the knowledge and skills to:
Hold your breath for up to 3 minutes
Freedive up to 16 metres deep
Keep yourself and your buddies safe in the water
Understand the science behind freediving
Use breathing and mental techniques to find calm
PADI Freediver Course (2 Days + e-learning)
$560
What’s included
PADI E-Learning Materials and Certification Fees - e-Learning must be completed before course
3hr Theory, Science and Breathwork Workshop
2hr Pool Session
2 Open Water Dives
NOT INCLUDED
Wetsuits - we recommend renting a wetsuit from Dive Centre Bondi if you don't have your own
Dive equipment rental - equipment can be added at checkout
Transport
Ok I’m ready! Now what?
Book your spot!
Once you’ve told us your details and made payment, you will receive a confirmation email with all the info. you need. Please review it carefully, including cancellation details!
Complete PADI e-learning
Within 2 days of your booking, we’ll set you up with PADI e-learning materials to complete BEFORE your course. It takes about 2h on average, and it contains so much helpful info to help you be successful.
Attend your Course
We’ll spend 2 days together, getting immersed in the world of freediving. Don’t worry - remember it’s supposed to be fun!
PADI Certification
Provided you pass all PADI course requirements, we will send your certification e-card!
If you don’t pass, don’t worry. We’ll let you know how to continue.
Timing and logistics - PADI Freediver Course, Sydney (2 Days)
DAY 1 9am - approx 3.30pm
9/9.30 am - Meet your instructor and course mates at the location/time shown on your confirmation email
9.30-11.30am - Classroom Session to recap your e-learning, talk freediving science, and practice some breathwork techniques
11.30-12 - Take a break for lunch and reconvene at the swimming pool for your pool session. There will be an opportunity to grab a light bite at the cafes near the pool, or BYO lunch (we recommend avoiding heavy food).
We use the following swimming pools:
Bondi Courses - Speedo Swim Centre, Lvl 1B, Pacific Bondi Beach on Campbell Pde, Bondi
Manly Courses - Aqua Culture Swim, 127B Old Pittwater Rd, Brookvale
12.45-3pm - Pool Session to learn Breath-hold and Freediving techniques in confined water (yes, you will need your wetsuit!)
DAY 2 8am - approx 1.30pm
7.45-8am - Meet your instructor and course mates at the location described on your confirmation email (day 2 location). Your instructor will confirm any changes to this location. Typically we will use the following meeting points:
Bondi Courses - Carrara Rd, Vaucluse - meet at the Tingara Rd intersection
Manly Courses - Shelly Beach, Manly - meet by the scuba platforms
8.30am-1pm - 2 x Line Dive Sessions with a 45m break in between. We will be in the water for up to 2 hours at a time.
Light snacks will be provided, but please bring any favourite light snacks you wish.
“Immersia Freediving is a welcoming community with no ego’s (hurrah!). Any newcomers who are a tad nervous and wanting to dip their toes in the realm of freediving, or qualified divers who need to be coached by an incredibly talented woman should look no further”
Tash
Immersia Freediving Student