Dive Pro: Freedive Instructor Course in Monterey, CA
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3–5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good cardiovascular shape and comfortable swimming and breath-holding underwater for extended periods.
Overview
Become a certified Freedive Instructor with NAUI in beautiful Monterey, California. Join Bamboo Reef for expert-led training that combines classroom knowledge and ocean practice to launch your freediving teaching career.
Dive Pro: PFI Freedive Instructor
Bamboo Reef Dive Centers
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About This Adventure
Join NAUI to become a Freediver Instructor and learn from the industry's best! Experience comprehensive training that emphasizes safety and fun, leading to world records and countless certified divers. With classroom, pool, and ocean sessions in stunning Monterey, this course promises an unforgettable journey into the depths of freediving.
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
Prioritize Safety in Every Session
Freediving requires strict safety adherence—always follow instructor guidance and practice rescue protocols regularly.
Stay Hydrated and Rested
Proper hydration and rest improve breath-hold capacity and overall performance during training.
Use a Wetsuit Suitable for Monterey Waters
Water temperatures can be cool year-round, so a high-quality wetsuit is recommended to stay comfortable.
Practice Equalization Techniques Before Diving
Good equalization skills are essential for comfortable and safe freediving sessions in variable depths.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harbor seals
- Giant Pacific octopus
History
Monterey Bay has a rich maritime history, once serving as a key port for fishing and exploration since the 18th century.
Conservation
The area is protected through marine sanctuaries and local efforts, emphasizing sustainable practices to preserve diverse underwater habitats.
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Recommended Gear
3mm or 5mm Wetsuit
Keeps you warm during cooler water sessions, essential for comfort and safety in Monterey’s coastal waters.
fall specific
Freediving Mask and Fins
Essential for clear vision and efficient movement underwater during all parts of the course.
Weight Belt
Helps achieve proper buoyancy allowing for optimal freediving form and extended bottom time.
Waterproof Dive Slate
Useful for taking notes and communicating underwater during training sessions.