Dive Pro: PFI Assistant Instructor Course in Monterey, CA
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
8 days full-time
Fitness Level
Participants should have strong cardiovascular health and be comfortable with breath-hold diving; good overall fitness is required.
Overview
Master freediving techniques with NAUI’s exclusive instructor course in beautiful Monterey, CA. Over eight days, combine classroom, pool, and ocean training to become a confident PFI Assistant Instructor.
Dive Pro: PFI Assistant Instructor
Bamboo Reef Dive Centers
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About This Adventure
Join NAUI and learn from the industry's best in an immersive Freediving Instructor course. Over eight days, you'll master safety and fun through proven training methods, gaining skills that have led to world records. Experience classroom sessions, pool skills, and ocean dives in stunning Monterey locations. Transform your passion into expertise!
Description:
Want to teach with the best in the industry? Then NAUI is your agency. Our instructors and divers use the most comprehensive training standards to promote safety and fun in Freediving. Our methods and passion have been proven effective time and time again. It's these methods that have created dozens of world records, thousands of certified Freediver's, and millions of fun and safe Freedives.
Course Tuition:
Instructor: $2400 Instructor Crossover: $1200
NAUI Freediving Materials - FREE Neck Weight Kit $50.00 (optional add-on) NAUI Powered by DAN DFA Pro (Required for Dive Professionals)
Locations:
Classroom Sessions - Bamboo Reef, Zoom Sessions Pool Sessions - Monterey Sports Center Ocean Dives - Monterey, Carmel
Details:
Freediver Instructor (8 Days) Freediver Instructor Crossover (4 Days)
Course Format:
Academic Review Pool Skills Ocean Certification Instructors - Presentations (Academic, Pool, Ocean)
Equipment required for class:
Mask & Snorkel 2-3mm Socks & Long Fins 3-5mm Open Cell Wetsuit Rubber Weight Belt & Weights 1.5-3mm Gloves
Instructor equipment required for class:
1 Dive Computer 2nd Timing Device Dive Knife/ Cutting Device
Pre-Requisites
-18 years old -Certified as a NAUI Intermediate Freediver or equivalent -Above average swimming skills
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Throughout Training
Freediving involves breath control and physical exertion; drinking plenty of water helps maintain performance and safety.
Wear a Suitable Dive Wetsuit
Monterey’s water can be chilly year-round; a high-quality wetsuit enhances comfort during pool and ocean sessions.
Practice Equalizing Early
Work on your equalization techniques before ocean dives to avoid discomfort and improve dive depth.
Arrive Well-Rested
Physical and mental alertness is key for freediving training; get plenty of sleep before intensive dive days.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea otters
- Harbor seals
History
Monterey has a rich maritime history dating back to Spanish exploration and was once California’s capital.
Conservation
Monterey Bay is a protected marine sanctuary, with active conservation efforts to preserve its diverse ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Full Wetsuit (5mm or thicker)
Provides necessary thermal protection in Monterey’s cool waters throughout the year.
all specific
Freediving Fins
Long blades improve propulsion efficiency, reducing fatigue during dives.
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for surface breathing and underwater visibility during training.
Waterproof Dive Log or Notebook
Useful for recording dive details and tracking progress throughout the course.