How do I get free diving certification?

To enroll in a PADI Freediver course you must be at least 15 years old. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.

Where can I free dive in Oahu?

Best snorkel, free dive or scuba dive spots off Oahu’s West Coast…

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• Pukano Point (South end of Keawa’ula “Yokohama” Beach)
• Makua Beach.
• At Kea’au Corners.
• Makaha Beach Park.
• Electric Beach at Kahe Point.

How long does it take to get scuba certified in Hawaii?

three days
How long does it take for scuba certification? The standard PADI Open Water diver Certification Course takes three days (We also offer an Express 2-Day course).

How long does it take to learn free diving?

Your training might take two to three days or longer. The recommended course duration is 15 hours, but keep in mind that during confined- and open-water sessions, your instructor will focus on helping you become a confident and comfortable freediver, not on how long it takes.

Can you teach yourself to free dive?

Obviously, freediving is not something you should attempt to learn on your own. Even after earning your certification, it’s still a good idea to do your first dives as a certified diver in the company of a qualified freediving instructor or a dive buddy, at the very least.

How much does free diving cost?

The Cost of your Open Water Course Getting your Open Water scuba diving certificate can cost anywhere from $150.00 to $600.00 depending on how you go about deciding to complete your course. The average cost is about $250.00 to $300.00 per student.

Is Oahu good for scuba diving?

Wrecks dominate any list of best dive sites in Oahu. Oahu is home to Honolulu, Waikiki Beach and the infamous pounding surf at Pipeline. With its population of nearly a million, this is also the social heartbeat of the islands, earning it the nickname “Gathering Place.”

Where can I dive in Oahu?

Dive Sites of Oahu

• The LCU (Landing Craft Utility) Wreck.
• The Baby Barge.
• The San Pedro Wreck.
• The Sea Tiger Wreck.
• The YTB 774 a.k.a “The Secret Wreck”

Which Hawaiian island is best for scuba diving?

There is no best Hawaiian island for scuba diving — every island packs its own flavor. The Big Island offers the greatest number of dive sites, as well as sweeping biodiversity on reef dives, from manta rays to nudibranchs. The island of Kauai delivers the biggest numbers of green sea turtles.

How do you hold your breath for 5 minutes underwater?

Tips and tricks for a longer breath-hold

1. Hold your breath the first thing in the morning, before eating anything.
2. Don’t drink any caffeine prior to the breath-hold.
3. Lay down completely still and relaxed for at least 2 minutes before the breath-hold.

Is free diving hard?

While freediving is commonly believed to be an extreme sport, for most divers, it’s actually the complete opposite. Freedivers simply have to hold their breath—some even enter a trance-like state of mind by relaxing the mind and focusing on their breathing—as they explore the underwater world.

Who are the best Freediving Instructors in Hawaii?

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How to contact Kona freedivers for FREE Freediving?

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Do you need an experience to scuba dive in Hawaii?

Waikiki scuba diving begins with Island Divers Hawaii – We provide an unparalleled experience in Waikiki scuba diving. Beginner Introductory Dives – No Experience Necessary! Experience what Hawaii scuba diving is all about!

Is there an island divers team in Hawaii?

Marine Debris Rapid Response Team makes its debut Oceans Defenders Alliance (ODA) and Island Divers Hawaii have teamed up to form the Rapid Response team. These partners, while a team of dedicated volunteers, have been doing cleanups in Maunalua Bay since 2017.