Freediving Level 1 Course
The SSI Level 1 Freediving is an introduction to the purest form of diving. Here you will learn proper breathing techniques (diaphragmatic) and perfect streamlining as you plunge into the therapeutic world of the ocean. During this course, you will acquire the proper skills and knowledge to partake in freediving to depths up to 20 meters. Learn the importance of relaxation as you descend in the safest manner possible. You will develop the necessary skills to train your body to become more efficient with oxygen, increase your overall flexibility as well as what to do in an emergency situation. Knowledge of safe freediving practices is of upmost importance to make your next dive the best one yet.
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Expand your limits and reach new depths!
Prerequisites
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Minimum age of 15 years old for online bookings. For 12-14 year olds, please contact us.
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Must able to swim 100m with no buoyancy aids
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Please see the medical form, if you tick yes to any of the health questions you will need to see your local physician
What's Included?
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All Open Water Sessions
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Study material, wall certificate, certification and administration fees.
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You will need to have your own Mask, Snorkel, Fins and Boots/ Socks. You can hire these out from us for an additional $75
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We will also help you get into your own gear with a huge 20% off the equipment in-store when you book your course.
Course Itinerary
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Day 1 - Theory, Pool/Confined Learn all the skills needed to become a safe and efficient freediver​
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Day 2 - Open Water Sessions Take your new skills to the test! Perfect them and reach new depths!
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Throughout the course, your instructor will take you through a series of breathing and stretching exercises. It is vital to find out which methods and movements make you the most relaxed!
Want a Private Course?
Why not have an instructor to yourself and learn one on one? Or maybe just you and a mate? We offer personal dive courses to tailor for your busy schedule, so you can learn when it suits you.
Email us with your info and any dates you would like to book and we will send you an information pack tailored to your needs.
Terms and Conditions
BOOK NOW!
A $200 deposit is required upon booking. This is a non refundable cost as it pays for the online theory.
Our Guarantee and Commitment to You
•We will give you all the information and training you need to complete this course to a safe and very high
standard.
•We will only use fully qualified professionals chosen for their professionalism and ability to teach freediving.
•If weather hampers completion of your course we will do our best to get you certified, available space permitting according to our course schedule.
Your Commitment to Us
•Please check the medical form. If you check ‘YES’ to any questions we will need your doctor's consent
that you are fit to dive. We cannot teach you to dive without this consent. This check must be done before
signing up for your course as your deposit pays for your E-Learning and is therefore non-refundable.
•Your deposit is valid for the 2021/21 season-ending 30th May 2022.
•Re-booking for any reason with less than a week’s notice
will incur an NZ$200 charge.
•In the event of course non-completion on the part of the student, the course cost is always
non-refundable
•For your safety, during your training consumption of alcohol and/or drugs is prohibited. You are
required to arrive at the required time for the duration of the course
•To avoid costly disappointment, please speak to one of our Instructors for honest guidance before buying
your equipment
•For your own safety, our company policy requires any equipment used during training to be inspected and approved by our Training Manager or Instructor.
Freediving Techniques
Dry session
Want to hold your breath for longer? Now more than ever, it’s time to pause, breathe and reset your mental health. It has been proven that breath-hold training helps the body relax and minimize the effects of stress in our daily lives. Whether you’re a freediver or just generally curious on how to extend your breath-hold, our interactive dry sessions will help you hit your personal bests! Join our highly qualified freediving instructor in a program specifically designed to improve your skills and wellbeing. Sign up today!
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When 4th November
Time 6 PM – 8 PM
Where In your own house on Zoom!
Price Only $20pp!
How to sign up!
Please email us at dive@goatislanddive.co.nz with your:
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Full Name
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Phone Number
It’s that easy! We will send you an email with our details in order for you to transfer the participation fee. From there your instructor will send you the session specific Zoom code and Whallah! you’re good to go.