Step 2 — PADI Freediver · Open Water

Move beyond the surface, relax into your dives, and experience the ocean in a way most people never do.

Coached ocean dives · Small-group guidance · Build open-water confidence

From First Dives to Open-Water Confidence

Build on your pool skills with coached open-water dives, progressing at your own pace and growing more comfortable in the ocean. Hear how other divers found the experience.

Jess

“I felt supported the whole time.” My instructor never rushed me and worked with me one on one to develop trust and confidence. I was then able to dive a bit deeper over time and fell in love with the experience.

Lisa

“I felt genuinely confident in the water and proud of how far I’d come.” I didn’t expect that shift, but everything started to feel natural and under control.

Jake

" I didn't think I could do it, but I did!" I was nervous before heading out in the boat for the open water session. But the instructors were so supportive, we had a good laugh and just enjoyed the water. Then it just all flowed from there!

Ready to spend more time underwater and see what you’re capable of?

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Guided as You Go Further

As you explore open water, the right guidance makes all the difference. We’ll help you progress at your own pace, building confidence while staying relaxed and in control.

Small-group coaching · Personalised progress · Support throughout your training

Upcoming Step 2 Courses

Small-group training gives you personalised coaching and time to build confidence. Choose an available date below to book your place. We keep our groups small so you can get the most out of your training. You’re not just a number—you’re part of the Freedive Geelong community.

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Your First Ocean Freediving Experience

A guided open-water session designed to help you feel relaxed, confident and comfortable in the ocean.

$269 · Half-day open-water coaching session

What You’ll Learn & Experience

Experience Real Depth

Let the Ocean Slow Everything Down

Take In the Underwater World

Feel what it’s like to descend below the surface and experience the pressure and space of the ocean.

Everything starts to quieten. Your body relaxes, and each coached dive feels calmer.

Build the skills to explore at a comfortable pace and appreciate the underwater world around you.

Move Through the Water With Ease

Feel at Home Below the Surface

Finish Each Dive Feeling Proud

Instead of fighting the water, your movements become smoother and your dives feel more natural.

What once felt unfamiliar starts to feel natural, relaxed, steady, and comfortable in the water.

Not by pushing harder, but by relaxing, trusting yourself, and discovering what you can do.