STAGE B - FREEDIVING COURSE
EXPLORE THE DEPTHS OF YOUR BODY AND MIND IN OUR STAGE-B FREEDIVING COURSE
Join us for an immersive 4-day experience + an integration session, designed to take your freediving to the next level — guided by World Record holders Erez Beatus and Michaela Werner.
This is not just about going deeper. It’s about refining your technique, deepening your awareness, and learning how to remain calm and in control as the intensity of each dive increases. Building on the foundations of your Stage A, Stage B invites you into a more advanced and nuanced understanding of freediving.
Across two weekends, you’ll explore the art of diving deeper — safely, efficiently, and with greater ease. You’ll develop advanced equalisation skills, gain a deeper understanding of the dive response, and learn how your body adapts to longer and deeper dives. As your confidence and technique evolve, you’ll have the opportunity to explore depths of up to 30 metres in a calm, supported environment.
Each day blends theory with practical application, moving between pool and open water sessions. More importantly, this is a space where you’ll learn how to train — both in the water and on land — so you can continue progressing with purpose beyond the course.
You’ll be supported in a small, focused group of like-minded divers, creating an environment where learning is personal, feedback is specific, and growth happens naturally.
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Location: Newcastle / Port Stephens, NSW + other locations on request
Duration:Â ( 4 days - 2 weekends + Integration session)
Pre-requisite: Completion of Stage A Freediving Course or equivalent (Molchanovs Wave 1, AIDA 2 or similar Level 1 certification)
 Number of participants: 4Â
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Freediving is like meditation. It’s a connection with the sea, with yourself, and with your own limits.
Guillaume NĂ©ry
COURSE RESULTS IN AN INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION FROM APNEA INTERNATIONAL
You will need to bring your own freediving gear – mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, weight belt, socks & gloves.
To do this course you should have completed Apnea Australia Stage A Course, or equivalent, and you must be healthy and comfortable in the water.
| Expected Depth | 30m |
| Days | 4 + Integration session (on a separate day) |
| Theory | Between sessions |
| Open Water Training | Up to 4 sessions |
| Pool Training | Static Session + Dynamic Session + Deep pool Session |
| Freediving Equipment Required | Yes |
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Join the WaitlistAbout Erez
Erez Beatus is one of the most experienced and respected figures in freediving, with over 28 years dedicated to the sport. A former World Record holder in No Fins and multiple national records holder, he has been at the forefront of freediving both as an athlete and educator since the early days of the discipline.
He trained with pioneers of the sport and went on to establish and lead the Israeli freediving team, shaping the development of competitive freediving in its early years. As the founder of Apnea International and Head of Education, Erez has spent decades refining a teaching approach that blends performance, safety, and a deep enjoyment of the water. He is also an Instructor Trainer and AIDA Judge, bringing a wealth of knowledge across all levels of freediving.
Today, Erez splits his time between international education and running a freediving resort in Tonga, where he guides divers through some of the most unique and immersive underwater experiences in the world.
His teaching is grounded in experience, precision, and a genuine passion for helping others discover what is possible beneath the surface.
WE’LL COVER THESE TOPICS DURING THE COURSE
- Advanced freediving physics
- Physiology & Psychology of freediving
- Breathing exercises, PranayamaÂ
- Relaxation techniques for deeper freediving - Freefall
- Advanced equalisation techniques - Mouthfill
- Buoyancy issues for deeper freediving
- Safety equipment for deeper freediving
- Training static apnea
- Training dynamic apnea
- Fitness & flexibility training for deeper freediving
- Planning an open water freediving session
- Â Entering competitive freediving & training
The best way to observe a fish is to become a fish.
Jacques Cousteau
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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
The Surf Survival course was the perfect introduction to understanding the power of breathing, getting the most out of every breath and staying calm for long periods under the water. It is a breath of fresh air for emerging ocean swimmers looking for real usable tips to reduce anxiety in the surf and develop skills to be more efficient under the water.
Andre Slade, Owner Ocean Fit
I have just done a freediving Stage A course with Michaela and it was an amazing experience! She is passionate and very considerate to everyone's needs so despite the tricky weather we have had a great time.
Petr Lan
Loved doing the course with Micheala, she is extremely professional, patient and approachable! What an asset she is to Australian Freediving!
Irene Lowrencev
It’s amazing how much you can get out of a one day course! Definitely will be lots more confident and calm during big hold downs from now on
I’d strongly recommend it for surfers of all levels who want the confidence and ability to push themselves in bigger waves. Plus it was a really fun day.
Tim Dickson, Manager - Slimes Boardstore
Had an awesome day in Adelaide, amazing instructor, learnt heaps about breath holding techniques and surf survival skills, highly recommend this to anyone who loves the ocean. Thanks so much, Michaela, so glad I came!
David Green
I am so glad to have taken this course with my son because I know he and I will be equipped with this knowledge of safe and disciplined freediving.
As a GP, I know her teaching of physiology and emergencies to be spot on. If you want to freedive well and safely, I highly recommend you take this course and practice, practice practice!
Marie Shieh
I didn't have much to say about her perfect technique and steely determination in the training tables!
William Trubridge
That was an amazing session this morning! Thank you for sharing your passion and knowledge, and I know this partnership will not only lead to increased swimming performance, but also to improved physical and mental health benefits for my team. You're amazing! :)
