KAIKŌURA FREE DIVING FIELD GUIDE
Two Days to Silence: SSI Freediver Level One off Kaikōura’s Coast
A two‑day SSI Freediver Level One course in Kaikōura that teaches fundamental breath‑hold technique, safety and in‑water practice—this guide explains what to expect from classroom, pool and ocean sessions.
Two Days to Silence: SSI Freediver Level One off Kaikōura’s Coast.
Dive into Kaikōura’s underwater world with a no‑experience‑needed freediving course led by certified SSI instructors; over guided classroom and in‑water sessions you’ll learn breath‑hold techniques, safety and rescue skills and build confidence in the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Structured two‑day progression from theory to depth
The SSI Freediver Level One course blends classroom instruction with pool drills and open‑water practice so you can build skills in a controlled progression under instructor supervision.
Practice in Kaikōura’s coastal waters
After pool sessions and a short shore outing on day one, day two moves onto a vessel to explore the coast and apply freediving skills in the ocean environment.
Safety, confidence and a digital certification
Students finish with an understanding of safety and rescue, practical breath‑hold skills, and a digital certification plus lifetime access to course materials.
What the day feels like
How the course feels
The program is deliberately paced: you begin with academic sessions that outline technique and safety, move into a focused 3.5‑hour pool session to push skills in a controlled environment, and then put those skills to work in the ocean—first from shore, then from a vessel on day two.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The SSI Freediver Level One course runs over two full days.
You will receive digital materials and an exam to complete before the in‑person sessions.
After completion you receive a digital certification and online materials with lifetime access.
Meet at 38 West End, Kaikoura 7300 for the course start.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need prior freediving or SCUBA experience?
No prior experience is required—the SSI Freediver Level One course is an introductory program suitable for beginners.
How long does the course take?
The course runs over two full days.
Where do I meet the instructor?
The meeting location is 38 West End, Kaikoura 7300.
Will I receive certification?
Yes—you receive a digital certification and online materials with lifetime access after the course.
What depth will I be allowed to attempt?
On this course the maximum depth allowed to be attempted is no more than 20 meters.