Moana Wāhine — Kawakawa | Term 2
Moana Wāhine — Kawakawa | Term 2
Description
Moana Wāhine — Kawakawa
A free, fully funded freediving workshop for wāhine, run over two days. Through time in te moana, breath-hold and ocean safety, you’ll build confidence, resilience and connection — to the water, to each other, and to yourself. This isn’t just about learning to dive. It’s about finding your crew and discovering what you’re capable of.
We’ve had a huge response to this kaupapa, so we really need your numbers confirmed. You must register and complete all the paperwork to hold your place — first in, best dressed.
Register here →The workshop
A two-day workshop in the Bay of Islands. Come to both days, or just one — whatever works for you.
Kawakawa pool
Skills, breath-hold and safety in the pool to get you ready for the ocean.
Oke Bay ocean dive
We’ll take ākonga out to Oke Bay to put it all into practice in te moana. Very limited — only 8 spots for the ride out from Kawakawa. You’re welcome to meet us out at Oke Bay instead — but either way, all paperwork must be completed first. Non-negotiable.
Who it’s for
- Wāhine only — must identify as female
- All levels welcome — no experience needed
What you’ll get
- Coached freediving over two days
- Breath-hold and technique development
- Ocean safety skills and a supportive crew
- Confidence in and around the water
- Connection with te moana and te taiao
Before you get in the water
Every one of these must be completed and submitted before your first session. We can’t make exceptions on the day.
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Finish all the paperwork
Every form must be filled in and submitted. No paperwork, no spot — please don’t leave it to the last minute.
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Complete the self-check medical
Fill in the freediving self-check medical questionnaire so we know you’re good to dive.
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Complete the Safe Diver Code
Read through and agree to the Safe Diver Code — the simple rules that keep everyone safe in the water.
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Register on the SSI app
Download the SSI app and create an account so we can track your progress and recognise what you achieve.
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Under 18? A parent or guardian signs the paperwork
If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian must fill in and sign all of the paperwork on your behalf.
What to bring
A big lunch both days, lots of water, and all your dive gear — mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit. If you don’t have dive gear, please get in contact and we’ll sort you out.
Cost
Free. Fully funded through Tū Manawa — no cost to you or your whānau.
📍 Kawakawa · Freedive Aotearoa · Term 2 · Funded by Tū Manawa