Spearfishing Adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (classroom and ocean sessions)
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape with the ability to free dive and swim confidently in open water.
Overview
Join Kona Honu Divers for a private two-day spearfishing course in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Learn expert techniques and sustainable practices while exploring Hawaii’s vibrant underwater world.
Spearfishing
2 Day Course • Ages 16+
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About This Adventure
Join the FII Spearfishing Course, crafted by elite spearfishers Cameron Kirkconnell, John Dornellas, and Martin Stepanek. This comprehensive program emphasizes safety and sustainability, equipping participants with essential skills and techniques. Experience hands-on ocean practice and learn from the best, ensuring you become a well-rounded and successful underwater hunter.
The FII Spearfishing Course is a fully standardized spearfishing program developed by world-renowned spearfishermen and freedivers Cameron Kirkconnell, John Dornellas and Martin Stepanek.
This innovative course was developed to fulfill the need for spearfishing safety education in the community, with an emphasis on nurturing this craft as the most sustainable and selective method of fishing. Whether a seasoned underwater hunter or just starting out, participants leave this course with the skills necessary to be well-rounded, safe and successful hunters.
The course manual is one of the most extensive references ever written on the craft of spearfishing.
Course Syllabus
Throughout this course participants learn the knowledge and proven techniques used by world record spearfishermen and women, all delivered in a comprehensive and easy-to-learn format. The curriculum includes:
- Spearfishing safety
- Location safety
- Spearfishing equipment
- Hunting techniques
- Spearfishing ethics
- Catch management
Schedule Day 1
- Classroom session via Zoom - 6:15pm-9:00pm
Day 2
- Classroom - 8:00am-11:00am
- Lunch Break - 11:00am-12:00pm
- Ocean Portion - 12:00pm-4:00pm
- Final Exam - 4:00pm-5:00pm
Requirements:
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FII Level 1 Certification -That's it!
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Must be 16 years old or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with Level 1 certification.
Are you taking this course in conjunction with our Level 1 course? Let us know and receive a $50 discount!
Adventure Tips
Always dive within your limits
Spearfishing requires good free-diving skills. Avoid pushing your depth or breath-hold limits to stay safe.
Use a dive flag when spearfishing
A dive flag alerts boats to your presence, reducing the risk of accidents when spearfishing nearshore.
Practice sustainable spearfishing
Focus on targeting species with healthy populations and adhere to local fishing regulations to protect the reef ecosystem.
Stay hydrated and protect from sun exposure
The Hawaiian sun is strong—drink plenty of water and use reef-safe sunscreen to protect your skin.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtles
- Hawaiian reef fish
History
Spearfishing has deep cultural roots in Hawaii, practiced for generations as a traditional method of sustainable fishing.
Conservation
Local regulations and courses promote sustainable harvesting to preserve reef ecosystems and fish populations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Speargun
Primary tool for catching fish efficiently and safely underwater.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin from UV rays while preserving the delicate coral reef environment.
summer specific
Wetsuit (3mm to 5mm)
Keeps you warm in cooler water temperatures during winter months.
winter specific
Dive flag and float
Ensures your visibility to boats, enhancing safety when diving near shore.