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Beginner (AIDA 2 star)
An introduction to the world of freediving. You will learn new breathing techniques which maximize the usage and efficiency of the respiratory system. Combined with relaxation techniques derived from yoga, you will learn how to slow the body’s metabolism, allowing you to hold your breath like never before!
Under our supervision you will learn all the skills and knowledge to dive safely to depths of up to 20m!
Max Depth: 20m
Course Duration: 2.5 days
Course Price: $375
An introduction to the world of freediving. You will learn new breathing techniques which maximize the usage and efficiency of the respiratory system. Combined with relaxation techniques derived from yoga, you will learn how to slow the body’s metabolism, allowing you to hold your breath like never before!
Under our supervision you will learn all the skills and knowledge to dive safely to depths of up to 20m!
Max Depth: 20m
Course Duration: 2.5 days
Course Price: $375
Intermediate (AIDA 3 star)
Continue your journey into the underwater realm with this advanced level course. You will be introduced to new training concept’s such as ‘warm-up’ diving and learn how to harness the power of the ‘freefall’.
You will continue to develop your style and technique, further your safety and rescue skills and learn basic rigging of the freediving buoy and dive line system.
You will learn about progressive training, practicing CO2/O2 tables and thoracic stretching.
This approach will enable you to further your diving independently. Longer, deeper and more relaxed dives are a guarantee!
Max Depth: 30m
Course Duration: 3 days
Course Price: $450
Continue your journey into the underwater realm with this advanced level course. You will be introduced to new training concept’s such as ‘warm-up’ diving and learn how to harness the power of the ‘freefall’.
You will continue to develop your style and technique, further your safety and rescue skills and learn basic rigging of the freediving buoy and dive line system.
You will learn about progressive training, practicing CO2/O2 tables and thoracic stretching.
This approach will enable you to further your diving independently. Longer, deeper and more relaxed dives are a guarantee!
Max Depth: 30m
Course Duration: 3 days
Course Price: $450
Advanced (AIDA 4 star)
The pinnacle of the AIDA Freediving Program. This four day intensive course will take you to depths of up to 40m! This is the specialist deep diving course and it will equip you with the proper skills and knowledge to take you into the deep blue and beyond!
You will learn about exhale diving, mouth fill equalization, packing, diet and nutrition for free diving, training for free diving.
Upon completion of this course you may work as an assistant instructor on AIDA courses.
Max Depth: 38m
Course Duration: 4 Days
Course Price: $600
The pinnacle of the AIDA Freediving Program. This four day intensive course will take you to depths of up to 40m! This is the specialist deep diving course and it will equip you with the proper skills and knowledge to take you into the deep blue and beyond!
You will learn about exhale diving, mouth fill equalization, packing, diet and nutrition for free diving, training for free diving.
Upon completion of this course you may work as an assistant instructor on AIDA courses.
Max Depth: 38m
Course Duration: 4 Days
Course Price: $600
AIDA Instructor Course
Become a professional in the worlds leading free diving agency! This 7 day intensive course will help you develop the necessary skills and techniques needed to safely teach others how to free dive safely. Increase your skills as a leader and public speaker as we build your confidence with in water and dry presentations.
Course Duration: 7 days
Course Price: $1500
Become a professional in the worlds leading free diving agency! This 7 day intensive course will help you develop the necessary skills and techniques needed to safely teach others how to free dive safely. Increase your skills as a leader and public speaker as we build your confidence with in water and dry presentations.
Course Duration: 7 days
Course Price: $1500
Training Camps
The free diving training camps are a unique opportunity for free divers to learn and grow. The training is customized to each student to maximize development and progress! Each training camp goes beyond what you will learn in any agency based learning program and have been attended by some of the worlds top athletes. Developed over the past three years by Jonathan, you will learn how to train the body and mind and prepare yourself for peak performance.
Ten days of intensive training, diet and nutrition, yoga and pilates will bring you to the very top of your game!
Price: Varies upon location
Duration: 7 days
The free diving training camps are a unique opportunity for free divers to learn and grow. The training is customized to each student to maximize development and progress! Each training camp goes beyond what you will learn in any agency based learning program and have been attended by some of the worlds top athletes. Developed over the past three years by Jonathan, you will learn how to train the body and mind and prepare yourself for peak performance.
Ten days of intensive training, diet and nutrition, yoga and pilates will bring you to the very top of your game!
Price: Varies upon location
Duration: 7 days
Equalization Clinic
This specialist equalization clinic is designed to heighten your awareness of the complexities of deep equalization. You will be guided through the anatomical workings of the mouth/throat and ears in simple easy to understand language with the aid of diagrams and dry exercises.
You will gain a greater understanding of the frenzil and mouthfill techniques. Learn how to perform them correctly on land before putting them into practice in the water.
Course Duration: Half day
Course Price: $200
This specialist equalization clinic is designed to heighten your awareness of the complexities of deep equalization. You will be guided through the anatomical workings of the mouth/throat and ears in simple easy to understand language with the aid of diagrams and dry exercises.
You will gain a greater understanding of the frenzil and mouthfill techniques. Learn how to perform them correctly on land before putting them into practice in the water.
Course Duration: Half day
Course Price: $200
Relaxation and Mind Control
Unleash the power of the mind! Learning how to overcome fears and stress is a skill that will not only vastly improve your free diving but can also be applicable to everyday life! Learn techniques which Jonathan has used and developed to enable him to make dives to well below 100m and win World championship medals! Although we train the body, it is the mind that enables us to perform such remarkable feats. Learning how to control ones mind is a key ingredient to success!
Course Duration: Half day
Course Price: $200
Unleash the power of the mind! Learning how to overcome fears and stress is a skill that will not only vastly improve your free diving but can also be applicable to everyday life! Learn techniques which Jonathan has used and developed to enable him to make dives to well below 100m and win World championship medals! Although we train the body, it is the mind that enables us to perform such remarkable feats. Learning how to control ones mind is a key ingredient to success!
Course Duration: Half day
Course Price: $200
Watermans Course
This exciting course is designed to improve skills and confidence in the water for athletes of all walks of life, from surfers to kayakers, surf life guards to wind surfers, in water camera men to triathletes! By learning about breath control you will improve breath hold, recovery and improve comfort and relaxation
Course Duration: One day
Course Price: $300
This exciting course is designed to improve skills and confidence in the water for athletes of all walks of life, from surfers to kayakers, surf life guards to wind surfers, in water camera men to triathletes! By learning about breath control you will improve breath hold, recovery and improve comfort and relaxation
Course Duration: One day
Course Price: $300
Private Coaching/Training
Private coaching and training is available upon request. For further information please contact us.
Private coaching and training is available upon request. For further information please contact us.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Jonathan is a strong and passionate public speaker. He is a natural in front of large and small crowds and his down to earth persona appeals to a wide range of audiences. His knowledge and passion shines through and inspires, whilst his ability to explain even the most technical of details into every day terms bridges the boundaries between professional athletes, recreational divers and those who simply share a fascination with the underwater world. Using the perfect mix of humor and audience participation, Jonathan engages his audience into the world of freediving.
Jonathan's path to success wasn't always a smooth one and appeals to anyone who has struggled, his lessons in goal setting and achievement relevant to many other facets of life. His words have inspired, moulded and motivated champions.
Jonathan's path to success wasn't always a smooth one and appeals to anyone who has struggled, his lessons in goal setting and achievement relevant to many other facets of life. His words have inspired, moulded and motivated champions.
EVENT ORGANIZATION
Jonathan draws on his experience from many facets of life. Whether he is organizing Training Camps, Workshops/ Clinics or World Class freediving events his attention to detail and perfectionist nature ensures customer satisfaction every time.
He was the Event producer, Location Manager and Chief of Safety at Suunto Vertical Blue 2014. This is the worlds premiere freediving event and attracts the deepest men and women from all corners of the earth. This high profile event receives attention from the likes of the 'New York Times' as well as a multitude of film and television crews from various nations. At the 2014 event William Trubridge even attempted a world first live to air World record attempt. Johnny and his team rose to the occasion ensuring all logistics ran smoothly whilst never compromising on safety.
Johnny was also a valuable member of the Suunto Vertical Blue safety team in 2012.
Johnny has been involved in a number of smaller events including the Deep Dahab, New Zealand National Depth Championships and Freedive Dahab mini-comps in both organizational and safety roles.
He was the Event producer, Location Manager and Chief of Safety at Suunto Vertical Blue 2014. This is the worlds premiere freediving event and attracts the deepest men and women from all corners of the earth. This high profile event receives attention from the likes of the 'New York Times' as well as a multitude of film and television crews from various nations. At the 2014 event William Trubridge even attempted a world first live to air World record attempt. Johnny and his team rose to the occasion ensuring all logistics ran smoothly whilst never compromising on safety.
Johnny was also a valuable member of the Suunto Vertical Blue safety team in 2012.
Johnny has been involved in a number of smaller events including the Deep Dahab, New Zealand National Depth Championships and Freedive Dahab mini-comps in both organizational and safety roles.
advertising, UNDERWATER STUNT and MODELING
Freediving is a sport of unique visual appeal. It captures imaginations, enhances values and provides the perfect opportunity to display a multitude of attributes.
Performance, Mystique, Purity.
Eco-friendliness, Efficiency, Energy-saving techniques.
Fluidity, Strength, Precision.
Embodied by a sport and personified by an athlete. Johnny's approach to diving reflects these values.
Performance, Mystique, Purity.
Eco-friendliness, Efficiency, Energy-saving techniques.
Fluidity, Strength, Precision.
Embodied by a sport and personified by an athlete. Johnny's approach to diving reflects these values.
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