PORTRUSH FREE DIVING FIELD GUIDE
Portrush Freediving Primer: A Full‑Day, Hands‑On Introduction to Breath‑Hold and Spearfishing
An 8‑hour, fully customized beginner course in Portrush that combines breathing and relaxation drills, dry theory and two guided water sessions; this guide explains the flow, logistics, and what to expect.
Portrush Freediving Primer: A Full‑Day, Hands‑On Introduction to Breath‑Hold and Spearfishing.
Spend a full day on the north Antrim coast learning the fundamentals of freediving and spearfishing with personalized instruction: breathing and relaxation, a dry breath‑hold session, a theory class and two practical water sessions designed to build confidence and safety in the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A full‑day, structured progression from breath work to open water
The course is delivered as an 7–8 hour, fully customized program that moves from breathing and dry breath‑hold practice to theory and two water sessions, giving beginners a clear, progressive introduction.
Personalized instruction focused on technique and safety
Instruction targets breathing and relaxation, equalization, streamlining and safe descent technique so participants can improve recreational freediving and spearfishing skills in a supportive setting.
All equipment and site hire are included
The course package includes equipment and site hire — room, pool or quarry and boat hire are supplied as part of the day — so you arrive ready to focus on technique and practice.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
A deliberate,-paced day that begins with breathing and relaxation drills, moves into a dry breath‑hold and short theory session, then shifts to hands‑on water practice: an initial confined or open‑water session of roughly 60–90 minutes, a midday break, and a second practical session where you practise descents on a line and work on equalization, streamlining and relaxation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course is made for and who may want a different option.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course runs as a full day: listed duration is 8 hours (commonly described as 7–8 hours).
All equipment is included; the course price covers equipment and site hire (room, pool or quarry and boat hire as required).
The day combines breathing and relaxation, a dry breath‑hold, a theory session and two water sessions with a lunch break between the practical periods.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Basic Freediving – Full Day Introduction?
The course duration is listed as 8 hours and is commonly described as 7–8 hours.
What does the course include?
The day includes a breathing and relaxation session, a dry breath‑hold, one theory session and two water sessions; equipment and site hire are included.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
No — the course specifies that all equipment is included as part of the package.
Is certification available at the end of the course?
Yes — you can choose to include an exam at the end to obtain pool freediving certification for an additional £35; notify the operator at the time of booking if you plan to take the exam.
What will we practise in the open water sessions?
In open water you will practise descending on a line and work on equalization, streamlining and relaxation.
When does the course typically start?
The day typically begins at around 9:00 with the initial breathing and dry breath‑hold session.