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Freediving Instructor Course

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The Freediving Instructor Course is a comprehensive course that is designed to fine tune your skills and give you all the tools to become a high-level freediving professional.

INSTRUTOR COURSE OVERVIEW

During this 10-day SSI Instructor course, you will learn the theory and in water teaching skills that you need to be a confident, efficient, and knowledgeable freediving professional. Every day there will be theory workshops, pool sessions, open water sessions, and interactive teaching sessions where we will look at real-world scenarios for you to gain the ability to recognise common mistakes that occur during freediving courses and how to help and problem-solve with students to overcome these issues. We also look at other areas related to freediving including how to market yourself, the business side of freediving, and how to set up a course from start to finish.

SMALL GROUP LEARNING

Freediving Instructor courses are capped at 6 instructor candidates per course. Having these smaller group sizes means that we really get to know one another and create a comfortable, safe space for candidates to learn and grow. It also means there is plenty of time for each candidate to receive one-on-one coaching specific to their needs and there is more time for requirements, training, and depth training.

This extensive course is for anyone who eats, sleeps, and breathes freediving, for those who want to level up, and for anyone who is looking for the opportunity to earn an income doing what they love and be able to teach freediving anywhere in the world.

INSTRUCTOR TRAINER

This course is led by Daniel Parsons, owner and director of Freediving Central. Daniel has trained and mentored a large number of freediving instructors and freediving school operators across Australia, particularly throughout Sydney and Queensland. His focus is on producing calm, capable instructors with strong safety systems, clear teaching methods, and the confidence to deliver high-quality courses in real-world environments.

Our Course locations

AMED, BALI – $1800

Amed, is undoubtedly one of the best freediving locations in the world with calm waters, up to 30 meters of visibility, and 50 meters of depth just off the shore making it the ultimate freediving location. Oh and did we mention the water is 29 degrees?!

Lake Eacham, Cairns – $2000

Lake Eacham is Australia’s best freediving location with access to 68 meters of depth just off the shore. this freshwater lake protected from wind, zero current and of course zero swell making it Australia’s ultimate freediving location.

Not quite ready for the Freediving Instructor Course? Join our Wave 3 course which will give you the ability to be able to assist on our courses or gain some more confidence in depth or improve your technique with our depth training sessions:

Wave 3 Freediving Course
Depth Training

Freediving Instructor 1

AUD$2,000.00

Upcoming Course

28 February – 09 March – Lake Eacham

This Course Includes

  • How to teach freediving and how to run a high-quality freediving course.
  • Mastering mouthfill
  • Mastering FRC diving
  • Ability to dive to 40+ meters deep
  • Buoy setup and management
  • Perfecting technique
  • Learn about the business of freediving
  • Understand how to market yourself
  • How to teach Frenzel equalisation
  • Small group sizes

AUD$2,000.00

Pay a deposit of AUD$500.00 per item

FREEDIVING COURSE FAQS

Our freediving courses combine theory, breathwork, and in-water sessions. You’ll learn how to stay calm underwater, improve your breathing, and dive deeper with confidence.

Absolutely. You’ll be guided through the basics in a relaxed, safe environment.

  • Level 1/Wave 1: 12–20 metres
  • Level 2/Wave 2: 24–30 metres
  • Level 3/Wave 3: 34–40 metres
    As you move through each course, you’ll learn to dive deeper with better technique and control.

We run freediving courses in Sydney, the Central Coast, and Jervis Bay. All three locations offer stunning conditions for learning and practising freediving.

Our courses focus on fun, connection, and personal growth—not pressure or performance. Students often tell us the relaxed environment helped them reach goals they didn’t think were possible.

Freediving Central is led by Dan Parsons—one of Australia’s most respected freediving instructors. He and his experienced team are passionate about helping every student feel safe and supported.

Not at all. Freediving is more about mental calm than physical strength. Anyone can learn, regardless of age or fitness level.

Definitely. We offer private coaching and group sessions, including for businesses or corporate wellness. Just reach out to chat about what suits you best.

Yes. Once you complete your course, you’ll receive an internationally recognised certification, showing your freediving level and skills.

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