The Ocean Confidence Breath Control Course can be organized for individuals and small groups upon request. It is designed for ocean lovers of all abilities, both surfers and non-surfers, to learn essential ocean breath control skills and explore their comfort zones through exposure.

 

You will receive essential theory via online training and a practical pool session at Tweed South Aquatic Centre, focusing on handling situations in the ocean, such as hold-downs and tumbles in waves. The course combines freediving and surfing insights to provide a deeper understanding of what the human body and mind experience when stressed, particularly underwater.

 

You will learn skills to manage these situations by developing techniques for stress management, self-awareness, self-control, and good decision-making. These skills can be applied not only in the water but across all facets of life, benefiting your health and wellness. The course is open to everyone, provided they can swim 100 meters (swim fins are allowed).

 

If you are not a strong swimmer, please email me to arrange pre-course swimming lessons. This is not a "big wave" course per se, but it does provide critical content and tools to improve your breath-holding ability and survivability during unexpected ocean scenarios. The training is very safe, no more dangerous than lap swimming, and you will be supported throughout the entire process.