Is prior freediving certification required?

Prior freediving certification is not strictly required, but participants without formal training may be limited to introductory exercises at the instructors’ discretion.

What is the refund or cancellation policy?

Cancellation and refund details are managed through the booking platform at registration; check the specific FareHarbor listing for policies.

Yes—Odyssey Freediving offers rental equipment by advance request; sizes should be reserved during registration.

What should I avoid before the workshop?

Do not do any breath‑hold diving, and avoid alcohol or recreational drugs before or during the program.

How physically demanding is the session?

The workshop is moderately intense—six hours of drills and in‑water practice—so good baseline fitness and independent swimming ability are required.

Check‑in is at Monterey Sports Center; the listing also notes 1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, CA 94949 as a meeting point for administrative details.

Flow State Freediving Workshop: Pool Training with Odyssey Freediving in Monterey

At the Monterey Sports Center, 301 East Franklin Street in Monterey, California, the pool turns into a training arena where breath discipline meets performance. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Odyssey Freediving brings elite U.S. athletes Natalie Bruce, Brady Bradshaw, and Brandon Burke for a six‑hour Flow State & Freediving Workshop. Priced at $155 per participant, this focused pool session teaches dynamic apnea, buddy safety, and mental tools used by competitive freedivers.

The workshop moves from dry drills to in‑water practice with a precise progression: safety brief and buddy procedures, dry warmup and breath‑up, technique assessment, dynamic apnea sets, CO₂ tolerance training, and individual feedback. Instructors supervise every run and offer practical strategies for efficiency — how to streamline stroke cycles, manage recoveries, and structure workouts for consistent gains. This is not a certification course; it is performance training for swimmers and freedivers who want measurable improvement in pool apnea.

Monterey’s indoor facility places students minutes from the Pacific and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (established 1992), so the session subtly bridges pool technique and ocean awareness. The cool water and nearby kelp forests that define the Bay make this venue especially useful for divers who plan to transition from pool drills to offshore freediving. Trainers emphasize surface recovery, buddy procedures, and how to read one another’s cues — essential skills in both the pool and open water.

Logistics are straightforward: check‑in begins at 8:00 AM with orientation and set‑up, and the workshop wraps at 2:00 PM. Participants should bring a low‑volume freediving mask, snorkel, freediving fins, appropriate swimwear or wetsuit, towel, water bottle, and warm clothing. Odyssey Freediving can provide rental gear by advance request if sizes are reserved during registration. The structured program includes pool admission, six hours of instruction, safety training, supervised dynamic apnea, and individualized technique coaching.

Who benefits? Strong swimmers, snorkelers, and certified freedivers seeking refined technique and mental strategies will get the most from this day. Participants without previous formal freediving training may be limited to introductory exercises at the instructors’ discretion. Medical clearance and a completed liability release are required, and attendees must avoid breath‑hold diving or substances that impair performance before the workshop.

Beyond improvements in time and distance, the Flow State session teaches composure: how to control pre‑dive nerves, structure a breath‑up, and make every training minute count. For travelers staying in Monterey, this workshop is a compact, high‑value way to connect with elite coaches, sharpen apnea skills, and prepare for the Bay’s cold, wildlife‑rich waters. Note the meeting point at 1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, CA 94949 for administrative details and registration check, but arrive early at Monterey Sports Center to check in, change, and have gear ready before the safety briefing.

About Odyssey Freediving

Odyssey Freediving is a Monterey, California-based freediving and spearfishing school offering structured courses and guided ocean experiences. The school runs multi-day freediving courses — including a two-day Monterey Freediver Course and a three-day Advanced Freediver Course — that combine classroom learning, pool training, and open-ocean sessions to develop depth and safety skills. The Advanced Freediver Course trains students to reach depths up to 100 feet, while private freediver programs include training to depths up to 66 feet under close supervision.

For underwater hunting, Odyssey Freediving offers spearfishing instruction and guided outings. The Monterey Intro to Spearfishing Course is an eight-hour class covering speargun handling, fish identification, and hands-on ocean practice. A Private Spearfishing Course provides one-on-one coaching with the same eight-hour format and a catch-and-cook option. Guided Monterey Hunting Party trips accommodate divers with prior experience, emphasizing small-group site selection, equipment assistance, and on-site fish processing.

Courses frequently include pool practice, open-water sessions, and safety-focused instruction from certified guides and instructors. Several programs note included rental gear for course participants. Group sizes and private options allow tailored instruction for skill level and personal goals.

Located in Monterey, the operation uses local access to Monterey Bay for ocean training and hunting trips. Odyssey Freediving focuses on practical skill development, safety protocols, and authentic underwater experiences for freedivers and spearfishers.

Enrollment options include group courses and private instruction suitable for beginners through advanced students, with emphasis on safety, practical drills, and progressive depth training. Local Monterey Bay conditions are used for realistic ocean practice.