Freedive Club Kawakawa

Freedive Club — Bay of Islands

Weekly freediving with NZ's highest qualified freediving instructor. 8 Pool afternoon 5:30pm - 7:30pm . Indoor heated pool. Small group. Real progression. A community that gets in the water together every week.

What you get:

One session per week — Wednesdays. Each session is instructor-led, structured, and progresses you toward internationally recognised SSI freediving certification — whether you're starting from zero or building on existing skills.

Your programme is tailored to you. We'll discuss your goals, any hurdles you might have, and build a plan that meets you where you're at. Whether it's your first time holding your breath or you're pushing for deeper performance, the coaching is structured around your progression.

You'll train breath-hold technique, equalisation, body position, buddy skills, CO₂ training and underwater confidence. Pool sessions build your foundation. Optional add on $150pp - Wholesale Club depth training & Spearfishing - Open water sessions put it into practice — Bay of Islands, some of the best water in the country.

This isn't a one-off experience. It's a training programme that meets you where you're at and moves you forward every week.

The detail:

→ 1 × weekly instructor-led pool session
→ Structured SSI certification pathway included — internationally recognised
→ Tailored coaching plan based on your goals and experience
→ Breath training and nervous system conditioning
→ Small groups
→ All levels welcome, from first-timer to advanced
→ Gear provided if you don't have your own
→ Part of the Freedive Aotearoa community — events, expeditions, priority access

→ Full recovery membership at the studio ( sauna & cold plunge )

🤿 Gear:

You'll need full dive gear — mask, snorkel, wetsuit (we recommend a 2 mm with socks if you tend to get cold — the pools are heated), weight belt, and fins (short fins are perfect for training in a pool).

We supply all gear. Let us know your requirements and sizes and we will bring it with us.

Pricing:

$100 deposit to secure your spot (non-refundable, one-off) $35/week ongoing via direct debit — $35 per week 8 week commitment

Because we run very small groups, once your place is confirmed it cannot be cancelled unless we can fill your spot.

Before your first session:

1. Complete your free SSI sign-up link here
2. We will discuss your goals and any hurdles you might have and tailor a plan.
3. Assign your online course material — internationally recognised certification

All forms must be fully completed before you get in the water. No exceptions.

Location: Kawakawa