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Encounter Freediving

Locality: Birkdale, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3822 7578

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25.01.2022 NEW PRODUCT! Octopus EQ trainers are now available from our web shop. Work on your equalisation anywhere and any time! https://encounterfreediving.com.au//octopus-equalisation-/

22.01.2022 New Najades have arrived! We have stock of Sprints, UW and Iron models in a variety of sizes. Which model do you use?

22.01.2022 Had a curious whale come to say hello on our Gold Coast training session today! Already looking forward to our trip next month Gold Coast Dive Adventures

22.01.2022 The Apnea Academy nose clip is one of the most popular in the world. With a fastening mechanism that allows it to stop in any position, this hydrodynamic design fits a range of nose sizes and shapes. Now only $40.50.

21.01.2022 Still need to get a present for a special mermaid/merman in your life? Avoid the crowds and the Christmas waste, and let them choose their own experience or equipment with an Encounter Freediving gift voucher. https://encounterfreediving.com.au//product-ca/gift-cards/

18.01.2022 Were jumping straight back in for another Level 1 Freediving course pool day today. Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday in Brisbane and today on the Gold Coast! We hope to see you for your open ocean sessions soon!

18.01.2022 We're excited to finally offer fluid goggles in our store! Go deep with Octopus fluid goggles! These high quality fluid goggles combine top vision through a perfect positioning of the lenses, unparalleled comfort, and an ergonomic & sleek design, at an affordable price.

18.01.2022 Molchanovs EQ trainers are back in stock in our webshop! https://encounterfreediving.com.au//product/molchanovs-eq/

17.01.2022 Ever wanted to try freediving? Join us on the 20th September for a half day Try Freediving course, suitable for all ages 10 and over, no experience necessary. Have a go in a safe and supportive environment, and learn from Australian Champion freediver Michael Bates. Book before 31 Aug using coupon code tryfreediving and dive into the world of freediving for just $99. Course details in comments below.

16.01.2022 Perth Underwater Rugby are set to be looking sharp and swimming fast in their new Najade fins! If you've got a club or group wanting to order, then get in touch with us to see what discounts we can offer you.

16.01.2022 New course & trip dates, new & discounted products, and free Marine Ecology course - check it all out in our latest newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/47e402/encounter-freediving-news-1760284

15.01.2022 Wondering what happens on our Gold Coast depth training days? Check out this video from our last Gold Coast trip! Spaces still available for our next trip on 19 Sep.

15.01.2022 Who wants it to be easier to pull the line up at the end of a depth session? (lets be honest, who doesnt?!) Good news - the new Octopus XL pulling system has arrived! The larger pulleys make pulling the rope up even easier, and more efficient in an emergency. Works with ropes of 8-13mm diameter.

12.01.2022 Bottom plates are back in stock. Pick up everything you need for your depth training set up at our web shop!

11.01.2022 Want to take your freediving further? The SSI Level 2 consolidates and extends existing skills as well as introduces advanced techniques. These courses don't run very often in Southeast Queensland, so visit our website to book now! Use the code 20offL2 to get a $20 discount! https://encounterfreediving.com.au//ssi-freediving-level-2/

10.01.2022 Take your freediving to the next level! Over 3 days (1 x pool, 2 x ocean), learn the skills to extend your breath-hold time and distance and dive up to 30m deep. Importantly, you will also learn freefall and stretching techniques that are key to diving well beyond these depths. Prerequisites are SSI Level 1 or equivalent course (e.g. PADI Freediver, AIDA 2). https://encounterfreediving.com.au//ssi-freediving-level-2/

10.01.2022 Want to learn more about the amazing underwater world we dive in? Get the SSI Marine Ecology materials FREE until the 31st of March. Sign up following the link below and select Encounter Freediving as your training centre. This course is suitable for freedivers, SCUBA divers and anyone interested in the ocean (no diving certification or experience required). If you complete the online materials, you will earn the Marine Ecology specialty certification.

10.01.2022 We know some people have trouble making it to freediving courses on weekends. So this week we have a SSI Pool Freediving course running on Thursday. https://encounterfreediving.com.au//ssi-freediving-level-/

09.01.2022 Were still smiling after spending last weekend whale watching from the boat and encountering these beautiful grey nurse sharks on our fun dive. It may be a bit cold, but with clear water and amazing winter wildlife encounters, winter diving is so worth it! Weve got depth training and courses at Straddie and the Gold Coast next month - whos going to join us?

07.01.2022 Trygons V2 nose clips are back in stock! A robust nose clip that can stop in any position to allow for deep equalising, and weighs only 19 grams!

06.01.2022 Thank you to all the lovely freedivers who joined us for our last course and training for the year today! We hope to see you all again in the New Year!

06.01.2022 Perfect conditions for our Gold Coast freediving course and depth training this morning

05.01.2022 Join us next weekend for a Level 1 Pool day either in Brisbane on Saturday or Gold Coast on Sunday. Extend your breath-hold times and distances and learn safety and rescue procedures. Can be done as a stand alone pool certification or as part of a full Level 1 course.

05.01.2022 August flash sale 20% off August courses until Monday. Use coupon augustflash https://encounterfreediving.com.au/index./upcoming-courses/

05.01.2022 Conditions made for challenging training conditions at Straddie today, but, we were really stoked to see a rare Indo-Pacific humpback dolphin (Sousa chinensis), who came right up to the boat during our surface interval! via WoRMS (attribution in comments)

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Gold Coast Dive Adventures on becoming the first Sea Shepherd dive partner in QLD. As well as providing a highly professional boat charter, they share our passion for preserving marine life. We cant wait to head out on our next Gold Coast freedive course and training trip this Sunday!

03.01.2022 Use coupon code tryfreediving and book by 31/8/20 to do a Try Freediving Course for just $99 (usually $150). Interested in giving freediving a try in a safe and supportive environment, but arent ready to undertake a Level 1 course? Then, the half-day Try Freediving course is for you! Try Freediving provides you with an introduction to the concepts and skills used by recreational freedivers, and allows you to dive in a confined water environment under the supervision of an experienced and friendly instructor. No prior experience with freediving is required and this course is suitable for ages 10 and up. Hire equipment is also available. https://encounterfreediving.com.au/index.php/try-freediving/

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02.01.2022 Reminder that the 20% off sale on August course dates ends at midnight tonight. You can get a full Level 1 course (theory, pool sessions and open ocean sessions) for under $400. Use coupon code augustflash.

02.01.2022 Already completed a Level 1 (or equivalent) course and want to take your freediving to the next level? Join us for a Level 2 (Advanced) Freediver course this September. Over 3 days (2 x ocean and 1 x pool) you will consolidate previous skills and learn new techniques, such as freefall, to dive up to 30m deep. At the end of the course, join us for a fun dive with wildlife at beautiful North Stradbroke Island. https://encounterfreediving.com.au//ssi-freediving-level-2/