{"title":"Freedive Courses","description":"\u003cp\u003eFreedive Aotearoa offers the full SSI freediving syllabus from the Bay of Islands, Northland — the country's longest-running freediving school and the only one in Te Tai Tokerau dedicated entirely to the sport. Whether you've never put your face in the water or you're tracking toward 30m, there's a course here for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginner pathways: \u003cstrong\u003eFreediving Taster Day\u003c\/strong\u003e (one-day intro for first-timers) and the \u003cstrong\u003eSSI Freedive Level 1\u003c\/strong\u003e (two-day pool and ocean certification, the start of every freediver's journey). Progression pathways: guided \u003cstrong\u003eFreedive Adventures\u003c\/strong\u003e through Northland's most iconic dive sites, plus weekly \u003cstrong\u003eFreedive Clubs\u003c\/strong\u003e in Kerikeri and Kawakawa for ongoing practice with the country's highest-qualified freediving instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessional pathways: the \u003cstrong\u003eSSI Freedive Instructor\u003c\/strong\u003e course and the \u003cstrong\u003eMermaid \u0026amp; Underwater Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e programme for those wanting to teach or perform underwater. Every course is small-group, hands-on, and built around safe ocean practice in the clearest water in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fa-faq\" style=\"margin-top:36px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight:900;font-size:26px;color:#23323F;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eDo I need any diving experience to start freediving with Freedive Aotearoa?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eNo. Our entry-level courses are designed for complete beginners — most people who start with us have never freedived before. You'll need to be a reasonably confident swimmer and in good general health.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eHow deep will I dive during a beginner course?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eOn an entry-level course you'll typically be diving in the 5–10 metre range in calm, sheltered water in the Bay of Islands. Depth progresses gradually as you build skills and confidence — it's never a race to go deep.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the Freediver course levels?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eOur Level 1, 2 and 3 SSI Freediver courses take you from your first breath-hold to confident, relaxed dives of increasing depth and duration, each building on skills from the last. Level 3 typically opens the door to specialty courses and, eventually, instructor training if you want to go further.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eAre your courses SSI or PADI certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eWe're an SSI (Scuba Schools International) Instructor Training Centre. Sacha originally trained and taught with PADI before transitioning the school to SSI.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eDo you offer instructor training?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eYes. Sacha is New Zealand's first Freediving Instructor Trainer across all agencies, and Freedive Aotearoa runs a full pathway from beginner freediver through to SSI Freediving Instructor.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background:#eef4f4;border:1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12);border-radius:12px;padding:0;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 18px;font-weight:700;color:#1B4E72;font-size:16px;line-height:1.45;\"\u003eWhere in Northland do you run courses?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 18px 16px;color:#3f5059;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eWe're based in Paihia, Bay of Islands, and also run courses and training across Whangārei, Tutukaka, the Poor Knights Islands, the Cavalli Islands, Kai Iwi Lakes, and through freediving clubs in Kaitaia.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Do I need any diving experience to start freediving with Freedive Aotearoa?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No. Our entry-level courses are designed for complete beginners — most people who start with us have never freedived before. 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The same syllabus taught worldwide; what's different is who teaches it, where you do it, and the recovery work woven through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:14px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:32px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l1-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background:var(--accent);color:#06222d;padding:15px 26px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:700;font-size:16px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/64273733348\" class=\"l1-ghost\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);color:#eef4f5;padding:15px 24px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-size:16px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(36px,5vw,52px) 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid var(--sand);background:rgba(232,217,176,.08);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;display:flex;gap:14px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e⚕\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eBefore you book, complete your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1xzSeNSV5EKZQrcTti3UCWqhUL03BO0ZH\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color:var(--accent);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eself-check medical form\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Whether it's your first real breath-hold or you're an avid ocean person with no formal certification, this is where you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:10px 36px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou've snorkelled or done the Taster Day and want the next thing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou're a scuba diver moving across to freediving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou want a certification that travels (SSI is recognised globally)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou've been freediving but realised there's a bit more to it\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSpearos looking to lean in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhat we cover\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:16px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:30px 28px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent);margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eDay One — Theory \u0026amp; Pool\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:10px;color:#cbdde1;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBreath-hold physiology: oxygen, CO₂, the mammalian dive reflex\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEqualisation: Frenzel technique, troubleshooting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStatic and dynamic apnea — pool sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSafety: rescue, recovery, buddy protocols\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSSI digital learning, completed at your pace\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:30px 28px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent);margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eDay Two — Open Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:10px;color:#cbdde1;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePre-dive prep and equalisation review\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFree immersion to 10m\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eConstant weight (with fins) to depth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSafety drills with your buddy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSurface recovery breath sequencing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSkill assessment and certification\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhere it happens\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eKawakawa Pool — pool sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eFreedive Studio, 30 Selwyn Road, Paihia — theory, breathwork, recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eBay of Islands open-water site\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin:32px 0 18px;\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eTwo full days of instruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eDiving some of the top dive sites in the world\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eRecovery space, sauna \u0026amp; cold-plunge (contrast therapy)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSSI Freediver digital materials \u0026amp; certification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eAll equipment hire (wetsuit, mask, fins, weights, computer if needed)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003ePool entry and dive-site fees\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eHot drinks throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid var(--sand);background:rgba(232,217,176,.06);border-radius:8px;padding:28px 26px;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--sand);margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhat you'll certify to\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#dceaed;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003eSSI Freediver\u003c\/strong\u003e — internationally recognised, lifetime certification. You'll be qualified to freedive in a buddy team to 20m, worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:28px 26px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent);margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eTogs\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eTowel\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eAny dive gear you have\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eWater bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eSnacks \/ lunch\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eWarm clothes\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14);border-radius:999px;padding:6px 13px;font-size:14px;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eA good night's sleep\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,3.6vw,42px);font-weight:800;letter-spacing:-.02em;line-height:1.08;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSacha Williamson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eFirst female Freediving Instructor Trainer in New Zealand. 25+ years of professional ocean experience — including research diving with NIWA on the Kermadec Islands and commercial diving across 45 countries. XPT Performance Breathing Coach. AdventureMark and Qualmark accredited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:var(--sand);\"\u003eYou're learning from an Instructor Trainer — the person who teaches other instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eDo I need to be fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eReasonable cardiovascular fitness helps, but there's no benchmark. You'll do more harm trying to be \"ready\" than just showing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eDo I buy the e-learning separately?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eNo — SSI digital materials are included in the course price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eWhat if I can't equalise to depth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eWe build to depth gradually. Many people limit out around 10–15m on Level 1 and that's a pass. Depth isn't the point — competence is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eWhat's the buddy system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eYou'll be paired with another student or the instructor. Solo freediving is never taught and never permitted on our courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eRefund policy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eFull refund up to 14 days before; within 14 days we'll reschedule you to the next cohort. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color:var(--accent);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eFull policy here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhere to go next\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-course-l2\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display:block;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eSSI Freedive Level 2 →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003ePast 20m, into mouthfill and real depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-adventure\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display:block;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eFreedive Adventure Day →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eGuided dives — Bay of Islands, Cavalli, Poor Knights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mermaid-underwater-performance\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display:block;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eMermaid \u0026amp; Underwater Performance →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eMonofin and underwater movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/products\/private-sauna\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display:block;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eSauna \u0026amp; Plunge →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eThe recovery protocols freedivers use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/products\/react-right-first-aid\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display:block;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eSSI React Right First Aid →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eCPR, AED and first aid every diver should carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:40px;color:var(--accent);line-height:1;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e“\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:clamp(20px,3vw,30px);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;letter-spacing:-.01em;\"\u003eThe best freediving experience I've ever had. World-class instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#9db5bd;margin-top:18px;\"\u003eGoogle Review\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"position:relative;padding:clamp(56px,9vw,120px) 0;overflow:hidden;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:absolute;inset:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg,#072430,#0a3242);\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(30px,5vw,64px);font-weight:900;letter-spacing:-.03em;line-height:1;margin-bottom:22px;text-wrap:balance;\"\u003eStart with your foundations.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;max-width:540px;margin:0 auto 34px;\"\u003eLive availability on Rezdy — flexible on dates? Even better, we'll pick the optimal weather window with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:14px;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l1-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background:var(--accent);color:#06222d;padding:17px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:700;font-size:17px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/64273733348\" class=\"l1-ghost\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);color:#eef4f5;padding:17px 28px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-size:17px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Archivo:wght@400;500;600;700;800;900\u0026amp;family=Space+Mono:wght@400;700\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  #l1-page, #l1-page * { box-sizing:border-box; }\n  #l1-page { --accent:#6cbccf; --sand:#e8d9b0; background:#072430; color:#eef4f5; font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif; line-height:1.4; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; }\n  #l1-page h1, #l1-page h2, #l1-page h3, #l1-page h4, #l1-page p { margin:0; }\n  #l1-page a { color:inherit; }\n  #l1-page .l1-ey { font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent); }\n  #l1-page .l1-btn:hover { background:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l1-page .l1-ghost:hover { border-color:#fff; background:rgba(255,255,255,.06); }\n  #l1-page .l1-link:hover { color:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l1-page .l1-card:hover { border-color:rgba(108,188,207,.5); background:rgba(108,188,207,.06); }\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Freedive Aotearoa","offers":[{"title":"FULL AMOUNT","offer_id":53559970398573,"sku":null,"price":799.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"freediving-taster-day","title":"Freediving Taster Day — Try Freediving in the Bay of Islands","description":"\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/pluginJs?script=modal\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#072430;color:#eef4f5;padding:22px 24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:24px;font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:16px;border:1px solid rgba(108,188,207,.25);\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#6cbccf;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eBook instantly · Live availability\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePick your Taster Day date and lock it in.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/582587\/freediving-taster-day-best-seller\" style=\"background:#6cbccf;color:#06222d;padding:15px 26px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:800;font-size:15px;text-decoration:none;display:inline-block;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff3e0;border-radius:10px;padding:16px;margin-bottom:20px;border:1px solid #f0dfc4;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚕️ Hey — before you book, check this out!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplete your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1xzSeNSV5EKZQrcTti3UCWqhUL03BO0ZH\/view?usp=sharing\"\u003eself-check medical form\u003c\/a\u003e. If something is flagged on page one, you get a second chance on page two — still self-check. If something is still flagged, go to page three, print it out, and take it to a doctor to sign you off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne day. One breath. One ocean.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Taster Day is the first step. No experience, no expectation — just you, an instructor, and a stretch of Northland water clear enough to see what you came for. $280 full day — secure your spot on Rezdy above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the day, most people are holding their breath longer than they ever thought possible. Some keep going and book Level 1. Some come back six months later. Either is fine. You leave with a benchmark and a memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're curious about freediving but not sure if it's for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've snorkelled and want more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're a scuba diver wanting to dive without the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're visiting the Bay of Islands and want one good day in the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat we do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning:\u003c\/strong\u003e breathwork foundations, equalisation technique, safety briefing at the Freedive Studio in Paihia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePool session:\u003c\/strong\u003e confined-water work — getting comfortable face-down, breath-up rhythm, first dives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen water:\u003c\/strong\u003e guided dives in a sheltered Bay of Islands site, with one-on-one supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDebrief:\u003c\/strong\u003e what comes next, if you want it to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll equipment (wetsuit, mask, fins, weights)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional SSI-certified instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePool entry and open-water site fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot drinks and a snack between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTogs to wear under your wetsuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA towel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun protection (rashie or SPF 50+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA change of warm clothes for after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater and lunch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacha Williamson — New Zealand's first female SSI Freediving Instructor Trainer, second overall in the country. 25+ years professional diving. Trained the freediving instructors at Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust for nearly a decade. AdventureMark and Qualmark accredited. Bay of Islands local.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be in the water with an instructor trainer — not someone who finished their course last summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to be a strong swimmer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou need to be water-confident. You don't need to be fit, fast, or experienced. If you can swim 100m without stopping, you're fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I can't equalise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe'll work on it. Equalisation is a skill, not a talent. By the end of the morning most people have it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat about weather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBay of Islands ocean conditions are reliable, but if a day is unsafe we reschedule — no cost. We have indoor pool capacity if the open water is off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum age?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 with a parent or caregiver present. Under-12 by special arrangement — email us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefund policy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReschedule any time up to 48 hours before. Within 48 hours we'll work with you — life happens. Full \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epolicy here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's next after a Taster Day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-course-l1\"\u003eSSI Freedive Level 1\u003c\/a\u003e — the natural next step. Two-day certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-adventure\"\u003eFreedive Adventure Day\u003c\/a\u003e — once you're certified, the guided ocean day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/private-sauna\"\u003eRecovery Studio Sauna \u0026amp; Plunge\u003c\/a\u003e — wind down after the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety, certification \u0026amp; accreditation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreedive Aotearoa is an SSI Instructor Training Centre, AdventureMark certified, Qualmark accredited, and operates under a WorkSafe-aligned Safety Management System. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/health-safety\"\u003eRead our safety standards →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePick your date above — or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/64273733348\"\u003echat with Sacha on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e if you'd like to ask first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Course\",\"name\":\"Freediving Taster Day\",\"description\":\"One-day intro to freediving in the Bay of Islands, Northland NZ. 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Let's go diving.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freedive Adventure is a full guided day on the water for certified freedivers (SSI Freediver \/ AIDA 2 \/ PADI Freediver or equivalent). We pick the site for the conditions, run a safety brief, and dive together. No course, no syllabus — just a day of diving, photographed, with someone who knows where the good stuff is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified freedivers (any agency) visiting the Bay of Islands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocals who want a guide for a day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouples or small groups wanting a private dive day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat we do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-dive brief and gear check\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo to three sites depending on conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuddy diving with full safety protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderwater photography included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDebrief over a hot drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere we go\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay of Islands, Cavalli Islands, and the Poor Knights Islands — world-renowned dive sites with caves, arches, crystal-clear water, and abundant marine life. We choose the site on the day based on swell, visibility, and tides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll equipment if you need it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoat and site access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderwater photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot drinks and snacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne instructor \/ two divers max for private rates (extra divers at group rate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent freediver certification (any agency) or a freedive course with us in the last 12 months. Comfortable to 15m+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIf you're not certified yet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freediving-taster-day\"\u003eFreediving Taster Day\u003c\/a\u003e — one-day intro for total beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-course-l1\"\u003eSSI Freedive Level 1\u003c\/a\u003e — the two-day certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePair with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-club\"\u003eThe Club: 10-Week Freedive Training\u003c\/a\u003e — signature pool cohort if you'd like to train between Adventure Days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niue-ocean-escape-2026\"\u003eNiue Ocean Escape 2026\u003c\/a\u003e — the same guided approach, scaled to a week in the Pacific.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/private-sauna\"\u003eRecovery Studio Sauna \u0026amp; Plunge\u003c\/a\u003e — wind down after a day of dives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho's guiding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacha Williamson — SSI Freediving Instructor Trainer, first female in NZ. 25+ years professional ocean experience across 45 countries. 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It's about being the one who can take a stranger, in a wetsuit, on a cold morning, and give them their first competent breath-hold — safely, calmly, and in a way they'll remember for the rest of their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the SSI Freediving Instructor course, delivered by one of two SSI Instructor Trainers in New Zealand. Small cohort, full instructor pathway, supported through your first teaching season. $3,800 full course — secure your place on Rezdy above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI Advanced Freediver (Level 2) or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to teach — professionally, casually, or as part of a school programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're committed to the safety standards that make freediving sustainable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat we cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI teaching methodology and lesson planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePool teaching: static, dynamic, safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-water teaching: free immersion, constant weight, depth progression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRisk management and emergency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment, briefings, debriefing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical teach-backs — you'll teach real students under supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI standards, paperwork, certification process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBusiness basics: pricing, scheduling, insurance pathways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it happens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreedive Studio, 30 Selwyn Road, Paihia (theory)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKawakawa Pool (teaching practice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay of Islands sites (open-water teaching)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI Advanced Freediver or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent First Aid, CPR \u0026amp; AED — including Emergency Oxygen Provider (see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/react-right-first-aid\"\u003eReact Right First Aid\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/emergency-oxygen-provider\"\u003eEmergency Oxygen Provider\u003c\/a\u003e if you need to get current)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100+ logged freedives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical clearance — see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-form\"\u003emedical form\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssistant Instructor — $1,800\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor divers stepping into the instructor pathway. Complete the Assistant Instructor certification and start teaching under supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Instructor (80 Hour) — $3,800\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor divers already performing at ~30m and ready to move into instructor-level training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor + Advanced Freediver Combo (150 Hour) — $3,600\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor 20m divers who want more time refining technique, equalisation, or completing Advanced\/Depth requirements before instructor-level training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–7 days of instruction (depending on format)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI Instructor digital materials and certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll pool, site, and boat fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/private-sauna\"\u003eThe Recovery Studio\u003c\/a\u003e — Scandinavian sauna, cold plunge, breathwork, mobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing post-course support — first teaching season mentorship included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOne requirement left after your course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes a depth or performance requirement doesn't quite get finished or verified on the day — conditions, time, or footage. That doesn't mean starting over. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/post-course-video-submission\"\u003ePost Course Video Submission\u003c\/a\u003e pathway lets you complete an outstanding requirement remotely by video evidence, within 6 months of your course. $150 per submission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacha Williamson — SSI Instructor Trainer, one of two in New Zealand and the first female. 25+ years professional ocean. Trained instructors for Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust, EMR, R. Tucker Thompson Trust, and I Have A Dream Foundation. NZQA Unit Standard 4098 assessor qualification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be trained by the person who trains the trainers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this leads to\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaching freediving professionally — solo or in a school\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoining the Freedive Aotearoa hub-and-spoke instructor network\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePathway into the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/te-wheke-moana-schools\"\u003eTe Wheke Moana schools programme\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSI continuing education — Mermaid Instructor, Specialty Instructor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety, certification \u0026amp; accreditation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreedive Aotearoa is an SSI Instructor Training Centre — one of very few in New Zealand. AdventureMark certified. Qualmark accredited. WorkSafe-aligned Safety Management System. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/health-safety\"\u003eRead our safety standards →\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.divessi.com\/training\/freediving\"\u003eAbout SSI →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat divers say\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:14px;margin:8px 0 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px;border:1px solid #e0d6c2;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;background:#faf7f1;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#E6A817;letter-spacing:1px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e“I recently completed my freediver certification with Sacha from Freedive Aotearoa, and I can't recommend her enough!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eNickee Evelyn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px;border:1px solid #e0d6c2;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;background:#faf7f1;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#E6A817;letter-spacing:1px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e“Stoked to have worked with Sacha and learn about my own physiology and psychology.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eJordan Jujnovich\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#777;\"\u003e★★★★★ 5.0 from 10 Google reviews · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/student-stories\"\u003eread more →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions? \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@freedive.co.nz\"\u003einfo@freedive.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Freedive Aotearoa","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":53161584427373,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"mermaid-underwater-performance","title":"SSI Mermaid Experience — Underwater Performance Day","description":"\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/pluginJs?script=modal\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#072430;color:#eef4f5;padding:22px 24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:24px;font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:16px;border:1px solid rgba(108,188,207,.25);\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#6cbccf;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eBook instantly · Live availability\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eBook your Mermaid experience.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/607252\/mermaid-underwater-performance-experiences\" style=\"background:#6cbccf;color:#06222d;padding:15px 26px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:800;font-size:15px;text-decoration:none;display:inline-block;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA monofin, a tail, and an afternoon you'll remember.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mermaid Experience is part performance, part freediving, part play. 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Wrapped in quiet, private gardens on our cliff-top lodge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best view in the house — and somehow not our most expensive room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a couple\u003c\/strong\u003e — $5,400 pp ($10,800 for two). We'll have something cold waiting on your deck the first night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll to yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e — $6,200. The whole room, the whole deck, the whole horizon. For the solo traveller who wants paradise \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚓ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bunk Room — \u003cem\u003e2 spots left\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackpacker soul, million-dollar view. Two sets of bunks looking out over the gardens to the ocean — the fun room, the sociable heart of the lodge, where every expedition's friendships get made. You'll be bunking with your crew, $4,800 pp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👑 \u003cstrong\u003eThe Queen Room — \u003cem\u003enow booked\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGone for this departure. Grab one of the final rooms above, or email us to go on the waitlist for 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 nights at our private cliff-top lodge, Namukulu Village\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily continental breakfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 dinners included\u003c\/strong\u003e — including our traditional Niuean feast night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 licensed humpback whale swim experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 spinner dolphin and reef tour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efreediving coaching sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 freediving depth sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 class \/ technique sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily breathwork and mobility sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirport transfers and private transport on island\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal guidance to Niue's swimming holes and hidden gems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWhat's not included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational flights (Auckland → Niue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel insurance (required — we can recommend providers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunches and remaining dinners (Niue has great local spots, ~NZD $30–60\/day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal spending and gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eYour week, your rhythm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe days are full — whales, depth, dolphins, breathwork, hidden swimming holes — but nothing is compulsory. Tap into everything, or tap out for a hammock afternoon and a slow wander to the village. Skip a session to read on your deck. Rejoin at dinner. This is an expedition, not a bootcamp — the ocean sets the schedule, and you set your pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Exact daily schedule weather-dependent — the ocean leads.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/5676\/1965\/files\/IMG_3556.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset over the Pacific from Niue\" style=\"width: 100%; border-radius: 6px; filter: saturate(1.1) contrast(1.04) brightness(1.02);\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eYour journey — from deposit to your tailored week\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure your spot\u003c\/strong\u003e — a $500 deposit holds your room for 28 Aug – 4 Sep 2026 (balance due 10 weeks out).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA one-on-one Zoom\u003c\/strong\u003e — once you're in, we jump on a call to get to know you and shape the week around your goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake it yours\u003c\/strong\u003e — add an SSI freediving course, scuba, or design a fully tailored package. This is your trip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWho's leading it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacha Williamson — SSI Freediving Instructor Trainer, 25+ years of professional ocean work across 45 countries, including UN and AusAID Pacific infrastructure projects. Pacific waters are where Sacha learned to dive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expedition runs with three instructors on the water for a maximum of six guests — roughly one coach for every two divers. That's about as much in-water attention, safety cover and coaching as freediving gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003ePricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOcean-View Double — Couple — $5,400 NZD per person ($10,800 for two)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOcean-View Double — Sole occupancy — $6,200 NZD (the best room in the lodge, all to yourself) - \u003cstrong\u003enow booked\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBunk Room (Shared) — $4,800 NZD per person- \u003cstrong\u003enow 2 spots left\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen Room (Twin Share) — $5,800 NZD per person — \u003cstrong\u003enow booked\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAussie travellers:\u003c\/strong\u003e NZD pricing means your Aussie dollars stretch further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eBooking \u0026amp; payment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$500 deposit secures your spot\u003c\/strong\u003e — pay now, balance due later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance due 10 weeks before departure (around 19 June 2026)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel insurance is mandatory — book this when you book your flights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund and cancellation policy here\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/niue-everything-you-need-to-know\"\u003eRead the full Niue guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill we definitely see whales?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe can't promise the ocean. We can promise we're there in peak migration window with licensed operators and the best chance you'll get. Most weeks see multiple encounters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't want to swim with whales?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whale swims are optional — you can stay on the boat or skip the day. No reduction in price (the costs are baked in regardless).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a scuba diver, not a freediver — is this for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. There's a scuba option built in and the freediving sessions will teach you skills that improve every scuba diver. Many divers do both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolo traveller — what's the room situation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo great options. The Bunk Room (shared, mixed) at $4,800 — the sociable heart of the lodge. Or, if you want paradise \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e privacy, take the Ocean-View Double all to yourself at $6,200 — the best room in the house, sole occupancy. (The twin-share queen is now booked.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the food like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaily breakfast and 3 dinners are included — including our traditional Niuean feast night. Beyond that, lunches and the remaining dinners are your own: Niue has 6–7 great local spots — a coffee shop, fish and chips, a Thai place, and incredibly good island food — roughly NZD $30–60\/day. Evenings are yours: join the group or take a quiet night for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1b4e72; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eSafety \u0026amp; accreditation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Niue water activities run with licensed Niuean operators. Freedive Aotearoa is AdventureMark certified, Qualmark accredited, and operates under a WorkSafe-aligned Safety Management System. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/health-safety\"\u003eRead our safety standards →\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.divessi.com\/training\/freediving\"\u003eAbout SSI →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpots are limited — one ocean-view double and two bunk beds remain. Choose your room type below, or \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@freedive.co.nz\"\u003eemail Sacha\u003c\/a\u003e with any questions before you book.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fa-faq\" style=\"margin-top: 36px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 900; font-size: 26px; color: #23323f; margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eNiue Ocean Escape — FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef4f4; border: 1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 16px 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1b4e72; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.45;\"\u003eWhen does the Niue Ocean Escape expedition run?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; color: #3f5059; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eYou fly out of Auckland on Saturday 29 August 2026 and — crossing the International Date Line — land in Niue on Friday 28 August. Your week on the island runs 28 August to 4 September; you depart Niue on 4 September and arrive home on 5 September. We're based at Kaliki Lodge in Namukulu Village, Niue.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef4f4; border: 1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 16px 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1b4e72; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.45;\"\u003eWhat's included in the Niue expedition?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; color: #3f5059; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eAccommodation, licensed humpback whale swims, freediving sessions, dolphin swims, daily continental breakfast and 3 included dinners (including a traditional Niuean feast night). International flights, travel insurance, and remaining lunches\/dinners are not included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef4f4; border: 1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 16px 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1b4e72; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.45;\"\u003eDo I need to be an experienced freediver to join?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; color: #3f5059; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eNo — you don't need a freediving certification. The prerequisite is simply being a confident swimmer. All in-water sessions are coached, and the whale swims run with licensed Niuean operators.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef4f4; border: 1px solid rgba(27,78,114,0.12); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 16px 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1b4e72; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.45;\"\u003eHow many people go on each trip?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; color: #3f5059; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eA genuinely small group — six guests maximum, with three instructors on the trip (around one coach for every two divers). 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If it's still flagged, print page three and take it to a doctor to sign you off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:820px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:clamp(19px,2.3vw,26px);line-height:1.5;color:#eef4f5;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLevel 2 is where freediving becomes practice rather than experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;margin-top:18px;\"\u003eYou'll work to 30m depth, refine your equalisation past the residual-volume zone, and learn the techniques that make repeated freediving sustainable for your body — and a whole lot more enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSSI Freediver (Level 1) certified, or equivalent (AIDA 2, PADI Freediver)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou've done your own breath-hold work between courses\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou want depth, not just certification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhat we cover\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eMouthfill equalisation introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eFree immersion, constant weight, constant weight no fins\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eLung stretching, diaphragm flexibility, frenzel-to-mouthfill transition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSurface protocol and safety at depth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eCO₂ and O₂ tables — structured training\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eDepth progression to 30m\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eRecovery and post-dive nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhere it happens\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,3.6vw,42px);font-weight:800;letter-spacing:-.02em;line-height:1.06;margin-bottom:clamp(28px,4vw,40px);max-width:760px;\"\u003eThree days, three of the best training environments in the north.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:16px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-card\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:28px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eStudio\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:19px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eFreedive Studio, Paihia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eTheory, breathwork, mobility \u0026amp; recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-card\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:28px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003ePool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:19px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eKawakawa Pool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eSpecific dynamic-apnea blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-card\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);background:rgba(255,255,255,.035);border-radius:8px;padding:28px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eOpen water\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:19px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eBay of Islands site\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eDepth — some of the top dive sites in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eThree days of instruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eDiving some of the top dive sites in the world\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSSI Advanced Freediver digital materials \u0026amp; certification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eAll equipment hire\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003ePool and site fees\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eRecovery space, sauna \u0026amp; cold-plunge (contrast therapy)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003ePre-course 1:1 video meeting \u0026amp; class session to tailor your experience\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eA tailored training package\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSSI Freediver, AIDA 2, or PADI Freediver — with current medical clearance for freediving over 20m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-form\" class=\"l2-link\" style=\"color:var(--accent);text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--accent);padding-bottom:2px;\"\u003eSee medical form details →\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l2-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,3.6vw,42px);font-weight:800;letter-spacing:-.02em;line-height:1.08;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSacha Williamson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eFirst female Freediving Instructor Trainer in New Zealand. 25+ years as a professional diver — research and commercial diving across 45 countries. XPT Performance Breathing Coach, yoga instructor, and nationally certified in sport, fitness and recreation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"position:relative;padding:clamp(56px,9vw,120px) 0;overflow:hidden;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:absolute;inset:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg,#072430,#0a3242);\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(30px,5vw,64px);font-weight:900;letter-spacing:-.03em;line-height:1;margin-bottom:22px;text-wrap:balance;\"\u003ePick your date. Go past 20m.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;max-width:540px;margin:0 auto 34px;\"\u003eLive availability on Rezdy — flexible on dates? 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Past 40m, into mouthfill and FRC dives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;margin-top:18px;max-width:620px;\"\u003e$1,500 full course. Small cohorts, longer dives between sets, deliberate progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:14px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:32px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l3-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background:var(--accent);color:#06222d;padding:15px 26px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:700;font-size:16px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/6427373348\" class=\"l3-ghost\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);color:#eef4f5;padding:15px 24px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-size:16px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(36px,5vw,52px) 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid var(--sand);background:rgba(232,217,176,.08);border-radius:8px;padding:22px 24px;display:flex;gap:14px;align-items:flex-start;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"font-size:22px;\"\u003e⚕\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#dceaed;\"\u003eBefore you book, complete your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1xzSeNSV5EKZQrcTti3UCWqhUL03BO0ZH\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"l3-link\" style=\"color:var(--accent);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eself-check medical form\u003c\/a\u003e. Flagged on page one? You get a second chance on page two. Still flagged? Print page three and take it to a doctor to sign you off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:820px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:clamp(19px,2.3vw,26px);line-height:1.5;color:#eef4f5;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLevel 3 is the SSI Performance Freediver certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;margin-top:18px;\"\u003eFor divers with their own consistent training practice and the ambition to dive to 40m and beyond. This is technical work — small cohorts, longer dives between sets, deliberate progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l3-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSSI Advanced Freediver (Level 2) or equivalent\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou train independently between courses\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eYou want to dive past residual volume safely\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l3-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhat we cover\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eFull mouthfill technique\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eFRC (functional residual capacity) dive introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eVariable weight introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eAdvanced depth protocols and safety\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eEquipment configuration for depth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSelf-rescue and team rescue at depth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eDepth progression to 40m\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l3-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eFour days of instruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eSSI Performance Freediver materials \u0026amp; certification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eEquipment hire\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eBoat fees for offshore depth sites\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--accent);font-weight:800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dceaed;font-size:17px;\"\u003eTwo recovery sauna sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"l3-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSSI Advanced Freediver or equivalent. Verified depth log to 25m+. Current medical clearance for freediving over 30m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-form\" class=\"l3-link\" style=\"color:var(--accent);text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--accent);padding-bottom:2px;\"\u003eSee medical form details →\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;background:#061d27;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"l3-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,3.6vw,42px);font-weight:800;letter-spacing:-.02em;line-height:1.08;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSacha Williamson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#cbdde1;\"\u003eSSI Instructor Trainer — one of two in New Zealand and the first female. 25+ years of professional ocean across 45 countries. The depth experience this level requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"position:relative;padding:clamp(56px,9vw,120px) 0;overflow:hidden;border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:absolute;inset:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg,#072430,#0a3242);\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(30px,5vw,64px);font-weight:900;letter-spacing:-.03em;line-height:1;margin-bottom:22px;text-wrap:balance;\"\u003eGo technical. Go past 40m.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbdde1;max-width:540px;margin:0 auto 34px;\"\u003eLive availability on Rezdy — flexible on dates? We'll pick the optimal weather window with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:14px;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l3-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background:var(--accent);color:#06222d;padding:17px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:700;font-size:17px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/6427373348\" class=\"l3-ghost\" style=\"border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);color:#eef4f5;padding:17px 28px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-size:17px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Archivo:wght@400;500;600;700;800;900\u0026amp;family=Space+Mono:wght@400;700\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  #l3-page, #l3-page * { box-sizing:border-box; }\n  #l3-page { --accent:#6cbccf; --sand:#e8d9b0; background:#072430; color:#eef4f5; font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif; line-height:1.4; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; }\n  #l3-page h1, #l3-page h2, #l3-page h3, #l3-page p { margin:0; }\n  #l3-page a { color:inherit; }\n  #l3-page .l3-ey { font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent); }\n  #l3-page .l3-btn:hover { background:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l3-page .l3-ghost:hover { border-color:#fff; background:rgba(255,255,255,.06); }\n  #l3-page .l3-link:hover { color:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l3-page .l3-card:hover { border-color:rgba(108,188,207,.5); background:rgba(108,188,207,.06); }\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Freedive Aotearoa","offers":[{"title":"DEPOSIT","offer_id":53311535874413,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FULL AMOUNT","offer_id":53559970464109,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/5676\/1965\/files\/C8CEBB53-4E79-4863-8290-CF4DEE5FC9FB.jpg?v=1778557042"},{"product_id":"ssi-freedive-basic-freediver","title":"SSI Pool Freediver Beginner \u0026 Advanced","description":"\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/pluginJs?script=modal\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#072430;color:#eef4f5;padding:22px 24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:24px;font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:16px;border:1px solid rgba(108,188,207,.25);\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#6cbccf;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eBook instantly · Live availability\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eBook Basic Freediver \/ Pool Freediver on Rezdy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background:#6cbccf;color:#06222d;padding:15px 26px;border-radius:4px;font-weight:800;font-size:15px;text-decoration:none;display:inline-block;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"l1-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"position: relative; min-height: clamp(420px,60vh,620px); display: flex; align-items: flex-end; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; inset: 0; background: url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/5676\/1965\/files\/Dive_Image_7.jpg?v=1778556984') center\/cover;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; inset: 0; background: linear-gradient(180deg,rgba(6,29,39,.3) 0%, rgba(6,29,39,.55) 50%, #072430 100%);\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 90px clamp(20px,5vw,64px) clamp(40px,7vw,80px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eSSI Freediver · Foundations · Bay of Islands\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: clamp(44px,7vw,92px); font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: -.035em; line-height: .95; text-wrap: balance;\"\u003eBasic Freedive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: clamp(19px,2.3vw,28px); font-weight: 600; margin-top: 22px; color: var(--sand);\"\u003eYour first real breath-hold — or your foundations, done properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1; margin-top: 18px; max-width: 620px;\"\u003e$350 full course — secure your spot on Rezdy above. Includes your SSI online learning. The same syllabus taught worldwide; what's different is who teaches it, where you do it, and the recovery work woven through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 14px; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l1-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background: var(--accent); color: #06222d; padding: 15px 26px; border-radius: 4px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/64273733348\" class=\"l1-ghost\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28); color: #eef4f5; padding: 15px 24px; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(36px,5vw,52px) 0 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid var(--sand); background: rgba(232,217,176,.08); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; display: flex; gap: 14px; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 22px;\"\u003e⚕\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eBefore you book, complete your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1xzSeNSV5EKZQrcTti3UCWqhUL03BO0ZH\/view?usp=sharing\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color: var(--accent); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eself-check medical form\u003c\/a\u003e. Flagged on page one? You get a second chance on page two. Still flagged? Print page three and take it to a doctor to sign you off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: clamp(19px,2.3vw,26px); line-height: 1.5; color: #eef4f5; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBasic Freediver is the day one of the L1 Freediver course. You can do it individually or group with the freediver course and save — this is where you learn all things freediving, the foundations, done properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.65; color: #cbdde1; margin-top: 18px;\"\u003eOne day, structured and certified. Whether it's your first real breath-hold or you're an avid ocean person with no formal certification, this is where you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0; background: #061d27; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr)); gap: 10px 36px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eYou've snorkelled or done the Taster Day and want the next thing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eYou're a scuba diver moving across to freediving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eYou want a certification that travels (SSI is recognised globally)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eYou've been freediving but realised there's a bit more to it\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eSpearos looking to lean in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eWhat we cover\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr)); gap: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 30px 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Space Mono',monospace; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--accent); margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003eDay One — Theory \u0026amp; Pool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 10px; color: #cbdde1; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBreath-hold physiology: oxygen, CO₂, the mammalian dive reflex\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEqualisation: Frenzel technique, troubleshooting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStatic and dynamic apnea — pool sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSafety: rescue, recovery, buddy protocols\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSSI digital learning, completed at your pace\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 30px 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Space Mono',monospace; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--accent); margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003eOptional add-on (not included) — Day Two: Open Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 10px; color: #cbdde1; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePre-dive prep and equalisation review\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFree immersion to 10m\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eConstant weight (with fins) to depth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSafety drills with your buddy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSurface recovery breath sequencing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSkill assessment and certification\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0; background: #061d27; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px); display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr)); gap: clamp(36px,6vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eWhere it happens\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003ePool — pool sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eFreedive Studio, 30 Selwyn Road, Paihia — theory, breathwork, recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eBay of Islands open-water site (add-on)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin: 32px 0 18px;\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eOne full day of instruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eRecovery space, sauna \u0026amp; cold-plunge (contrast therapy)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eSSI Basic Freediver digital materials \u0026amp; certification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eAll equipment hire (wetsuit, mask, fins, weights)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003ePool entry fees\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: var(--accent); font-weight: 800;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dceaed; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eHot drinks throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid var(--sand); background: rgba(232,217,176,.06); border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 26px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Space Mono',monospace; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--sand); margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eWhat you'll certify to\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #dceaed;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #fff;\"\u003eSSI Basic Freediver\u003c\/strong\u003e — internationally recognised, lifetime certification. You'll be qualified to freedive in a buddy team worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Space Mono',monospace; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--accent); margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eTogs\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eTowel\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eAny dive gear you have\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eWater bottle\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eSnacks \/ lunch\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eWarm clothes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.14); border-radius: 999px; padding: 6px 13px; font-size: 14px; color: #dceaed;\"\u003eA good night's sleep\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eWho teaches it\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(26px,3.6vw,42px); font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: -.02em; line-height: 1.08; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003eSacha Williamson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.65; color: #cbdde1; margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003eFirst female Freediving Instructor Trainer in New Zealand. 25+ years of professional ocean experience — including research diving with NIWA on the Kermadec Islands and commercial diving across 45 countries. XPT Performance Breathing Coach. AdventureMark and Qualmark accredited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: var(--sand);\"\u003eYou're learning from an Instructor Trainer — the person who teaches other instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0; background: #061d27; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eDo I need to be fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eReasonable cardiovascular fitness helps, but there's no benchmark. You'll do more harm trying to be \"ready\" than just showing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eDo I buy the e-learning separately?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eNo — SSI digital materials are included in the course price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eWhat if I can't equalise to depth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eWe build to depth gradually. Depth isn't the point — competence is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eWhat's the buddy system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eYou'll be paired with another student or the instructor. Solo freediving is never taught and never permitted on our courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eRefund policy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eFull refund up to 14 days before; within 14 days we'll reschedule you to the next cohort. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color: var(--accent); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFull policy here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eWhere to go next\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr)); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-course-l1\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display: block; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 800; color: #fff; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eSSI Freedive Level 1 →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eAdd the ocean day — open-water certification to 20m.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-course-l2\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display: block; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 800; color: #fff; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eSSI Freedive Level 2 →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003ePast 20m, into mouthfill and real depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/freedive-adventure\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display: block; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 800; color: #fff; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eFreedive Adventure Day →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eGuided dives — Bay of Islands, Cavalli, Poor Knights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/private-sauna\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display: block; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 800; color: #fff; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eSauna \u0026amp; Plunge →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eThe recovery protocols freedivers use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/react-right-first-aid\" class=\"l1-card\" style=\"display: block; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); background: rgba(255,255,255,.035); border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px 24px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 800; color: #fff; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eSSI React Right First Aid →\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: #cbdde1;\"\u003eCPR, AED and first aid every diver should carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0; background: #061d27; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px); text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 40px; color: var(--accent); line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e“\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: clamp(20px,3vw,30px); font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3; letter-spacing: -.01em;\"\u003eThe best freediving experience I've ever had. World-class instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Space Mono',monospace; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #9db5bd; margin-top: 18px;\"\u003eGoogle Review\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: clamp(48px,7vw,90px) 0; background: #061d27; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l1-ey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003eSafety, certification \u0026amp; accreditation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(24px,3.2vw,38px); font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: -.02em; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 28px; max-width: 820px;\"\u003eAn SSI Instructor Training Centre — one of very few in New Zealand.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(210px,1fr)); gap: 14px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); border-radius: 5px; padding: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 800; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eSSI\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #9db5bd; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eInstructor Training Centre\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); border-radius: 5px; padding: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 800; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eAdventureMark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #9db5bd; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCertified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); border-radius: 5px; padding: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 800; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eQualmark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #9db5bd; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAccredited\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12); border-radius: 5px; padding: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 800; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eWorkSafe-aligned\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #9db5bd; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSafety Management System\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 22px; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/health-safety\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color: var(--accent); text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--accent); padding-bottom: 2px;\"\u003eRead our safety standards →\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.divessi.com\/training\/freediving\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"l1-link\" style=\"color: var(--accent); text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--accent); padding-bottom: 2px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout SSI →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"position: relative; padding: clamp(56px,9vw,120px) 0; overflow: hidden; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; inset: 0; background: linear-gradient(180deg,#072430,#0a3242);\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 clamp(20px,5vw,64px); text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(30px,5vw,64px); font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: -.03em; line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 22px; text-wrap: balance;\"\u003eStart with your foundations.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; color: #cbdde1; max-width: 540px; margin: 0 auto 34px;\"\u003eLive availability on Rezdy — flexible on dates? We'll pick the optimal weather window with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 14px; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"rezdy rezdy-modal l1-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/freediveaotearoa.rezdy.com\/581795\/freedive-course\" style=\"background: var(--accent); color: #06222d; padding: 17px 30px; border-radius: 4px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 17px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003eBook on Rezdy →\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/64273733348\" class=\"l1-ghost\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28); color: #eef4f5; padding: 17px 28px; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  #l1-page, #l1-page * { box-sizing:border-box; }\n  #l1-page { --accent:#6cbccf; --sand:#e8d9b0; background:#072430; color:#eef4f5; font-family:'Archivo',system-ui,sans-serif; line-height:1.4; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; }\n  #l1-page h1, #l1-page h2, #l1-page h3, #l1-page h4, #l1-page p { margin:0; }\n  #l1-page a { color:inherit; }\n  #l1-page .l1-ey { font-family:'Space Mono',monospace;font-size:13px;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--accent); }\n  #l1-page .l1-btn:hover { background:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l1-page .l1-ghost:hover { border-color:#fff; background:rgba(255,255,255,.06); }\n  #l1-page .l1-link:hover { color:#8fd2e2; }\n  #l1-page .l1-card:hover { border-color:rgba(108,188,207,.5); background:rgba(108,188,207,.06); }\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Freedive Aotearoa","offers":[{"title":"FULL AMOUNT","offer_id":53769079718253,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/5676\/1965\/collections\/pillar-school_252e883d-8ce8-4d87-abcb-27ddea148d8f.jpg?v=1778556974","url":"https:\/\/www.freedive.co.nz\/collections\/all-courses.oembed","provider":"Freedive Aotearoa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}