Introductory Freediving Workshop

Want to dive more efficiently, stay down longer, feel more confident and safer in the water?

Whether you're into freediving or spearfishing, this workshop will take your breath-hold skills and your safety to the next level.

Join us for an introductory freediving workshop focused on basic skills and safe diving practices.
This workshop is for beginners and those divers wanting to refresh their skills.
Consider joining us for a sea day and put your new skills into practice with one of our instructors on hand.

What You’ll Learn

Over the two hour pool session you’ll unlock the techniques used by experienced freedivers:

• Freediving gear overview, setup, and care guidance
• Correct weighting and safe use of weights
• The buddy system – how to keep each other safe
• Basic breath-hold techniques
• Efficient duck diving

The Workshop

Pool - (6:30–9:30pm at Huia Pool, Lower Hutt)
Private sessions also available — tailored to your goals and schedule.

FAQ's

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

You don't need to be a competitive swimmer, but you should be comfortable and relaxed in the water. The course builds your confidence gradually, starting with dry breathing drills before moving into the pool.

Is this course suitable for spearfishing?

Yes. The breathing, equalisation, safety and breath-hold techniques you'll learn apply directly to both freediving and spearfishing. If your goal is to stay down longer and dive more safely while spearfishing, this course is built for you.

Do I need my own gear?

You'll need a freediving wetsuit, weights, socks, fins, and a mask & snorkel, plus togs and a towel. If you don't have your own gear, we hire a full set for $50. You can also buy your own kit from our shop and use it on the course.

What will I learn?

Over two sessions you'll cover breathing and breath-up routines, equalisation and relaxation, dry and in-water breath-hold training, plus rescue skills and safe diving practices. Night one is classroom-based at Dive HQ; night two is in the pool at Te Ngāengae Pool, Lower Hutt.

How long is the course and where is it held?

It runs over two evenings — the classroom session (6–9pm at Dive HQ) and the pool session (6:30–9:30pm at Te Ngāengae Pool, Lower Hutt). Private sessions tailored to your schedule are also available.

How much does it cost?

$250 per person, plus $50 if you need to hire equipment.

Introductory Freediving Workshop

What You’ll Learn

The Workshop

What You’ll Need

Cost

Ready to level up your freediving?