Woebegone Ocean School’s 8-week program in Jervis Bay combines freediving, yoga, and marine education to build confidence and ocean awareness in kids. Discover why it’s a standout aquatic adventure in New South Wales.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic swimming ability and comfortable water confidence.
Wildlife
History
Jervis Bay was declared a marine park in 1999 to protect its rich biodiversity and pristine waters.
Conservation
The Ocean School promotes sustainable interaction with marine life and teaches children about local conservation efforts.
Woebegone Freedive
Woebegone Ocean School’s 8-week program in Jervis Bay combines freediving, yoga, and marine education to build confidence and ocean awareness in kids. Discover why it’s a standout aquatic adventure in New South Wales.
Woebegone Freedive is a Woollamia, New South Wales-based operator delivering freediving, snorkelling and ocean education experiences in Jervis Bay and Jervis Bay Marine Park. The business offers a mix of short expeditions, multi-hour boat trips and structured courses suitable for beginners through to advanced freedivers. Key offerings include holiday kids freediving workshops, an 8-week Ocean School program, line training boat sessions, guided snorkel/freedive expeditions, swim-with-whales trips and Molchanovs Wave 1 and Wave 2 freediver courses.
All programs focus on skill development and ocean awareness. Kids offerings combine freediving lessons, safety skills and ocean education in small-group formats. Adult sessions emphasize equalisation, line technique and breathwork, with personalized coaching noted on specific line and boat sessions. Several guided expeditions highlight Jervis Bay’s marine life — dolphins, fur seals and migrating whales — and include on-water guidance and flexible scheduling.
Woebegone Freedive promotes low-impact practices during sessions and recommends reef-safe sunscreen on marine excursions. The operator works within the Jervis Bay Marine Park environment and provides hands-on learning in natural settings. With a clear focus on accessible entry points for newcomers and step-up courses for progressing freedivers, Woebegone Freedive aims to build water confidence and marine connection for families, youth and adult participants.
Location
Woollamia, NSW
Operating in Jervis Bay Marine Park
Session Lengths
2–6 hours
From 2-hour to multi-hour expeditions
Kids Programs
Ocean School & Workshops
8-week terms and holiday workshops
Courses
Molchanovs Wave 1 & 2
Beginner and advanced freediver courses
Choose from kids workshops, snorkel/freedive trips and Molchanovs courses — book a session in Woollamia for hands-on coastal learning.
Arrive Early for Calm Waters
Plan to get to Jervis Bay before 10am to experience the calmest water conditions ideal for beginner freedivers.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect yourself and the ocean environment by applying reef-safe sunscreen before getting in the water.
Practice Breath Control on Land
Incorporate basic breath-hold exercises at home to enhance your freediving experience during sessions.
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Program
Drinking plenty of water helps improve overall performance and safety while practicing ocean activities.
Swimwear
Comfortable swimwear is necessary for freediving and yoga sessions in the water.
summer
Mask and Snorkel
High-quality mask and snorkel improve visibility and breathing during freediving practice.
summer
Yoga Mat
A mat provides a comfortable base for pre-dive yoga stretches and relaxation.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated before and after water activities to maintain energy and focus.