Build water confidence and marine awareness at the Ocean School in Jervis Bay. This 8-week kids' program combines freediving, yoga, and hands-on ocean learning.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic swimming skills and be comfortable in the water; yoga aids flexibility and breath control.
Wildlife
History
Jervis Bay was declared a federal marine reserve in 1998 to protect its diverse underwater habitats.
Conservation
Ocean School teaches sustainable ocean use practices encouraging respect for marine protected areas.
Woebegone Freedive
Build water confidence and marine awareness at the Ocean School in Jervis Bay. This 8-week kids' program combines freediving, yoga, and hands-on ocean learning.
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 Equipment Fitting
Getting fitted with gear like masks and snorkels before the session ensures kids start comfortable and ready.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water bottles as active water time plus yoga sessions can lead to dehydration.
Prepare for Sun Exposure
Use waterproof sunscreen and protective clothing; Jervis Bay sun can be strong especially afternoons.
Know Your Child’s Swimming Ability
Ensure kids have basic swimming skills before starting for safety and best progress.
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for underwater observation and freediving practice in warm water.
summer
Rash Guard or Wetsuit
Protects skin from sun and maintains warmth during water activities.
spring;summer;fall
Reusable Water Bottle
Keeps kids hydrated during active sessions on and off the water.
Yoga Mat or Towel
Useful for yoga segments to provide comfort on sandy or grassy surfaces.