PADI FREEDIVER INSTRUCTOR COURSE
An unequalled path to adventure, sharing the beauty, tranquility and healing powers of the ocean with others.
Learn with Australian freediving pioneer, PADI Freediver Instructor Trainer and award-winning tourism professional, Marlon Quinn.
PADI FREEDIVER INSTRUCTOR COURSE – VIC, AUSTRALIA
The Life of a Freediving Instructor – an unequalled path to adventure, sharing the beauty, tranquility and healing powers of the ocean with others.
Live your dream life
Connect others with the beauty of the ocean
Share the joy and freedom of freediving
Find personal bliss through your own growth
Begin an unequalled path to new adventure
YOU’VE FOUND THE KEY TO
set yourself free
LEARN WITH AN INDUSTRY EXPERT. FOUNDER OF THE MELBOURNE FREEDIVERS CLUB. PIONEER OF LOCAL FREEDIVING & FREEDIVE CHARTERS. A DOLPHIN SWIM TOUR OPERATOR AND TOURISM MULTI AWARD-WINNER
Learn the art of freedive teaching and how to succeed in your new life as a professional freediving instructor in Australia.
Achieve the growth you seek with me, an instructor who pioneered freediving courses in the likes of Kilsby’s sinkhole SA, and the south-eastern coast of Tasmania. Someone who started the first freediving charter in Victoria. And the original founder of the Melbourne Freedivers Club.
Take the steps and begin moving towards your dream now.
I’m Marlon, a PADI Freediver Instructor Trainer, qualified Trainer Assessor, award-winning Tourism Operator and I deliver PADI Freediver Instructor courses across VIC, TAS, SA, and NSW to help foster the future of recreational freediving in Australia.
Follow in the footsteps of my students now having the time of their lives as freediving and mermaiding instructors across Australia, including James Cini of Freedive Geelong, Mark Davies of Karma Dives in Hervey Bay, Liv Rose of Liv for the Sea based on Lord Howe Island, Kaeo and Kaz in Tasmania, Triseah Mermaid in Cabarita Beach NSW, and Becky Mermaid Instructor in Perth WA.
THE BEST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
PADI FREEDIVER INSTRUCTOR
The number one freediving instructor qualification you can choose to share the fun and joy of recreational freediving in the best way with your students.
Create your very own new life as a PADI Freediver Instructor, join me on this 4-day comprehensive course. Begin your new instructor career, learning with a multi-award winning adventure tourism professional.
- 4x Day Course
- Classroom Theory
- Open Water and Pool Sessions
- 3-4x Candidates Only
- Instructor Training Materials
- Learn with an Industry Pro!
THIS IS WHAT IS INCLUDED
PRIVATE COURSES SIZES 3-4x
Courses are only delivered in small groups of 3-4 to maximise your development with personalised instruction. Minimum number of participants to go ahead is 3x, with maximum four participants.
FREEDIVING SKILLS PRACTICE
Practical training sessions in confined and open water to hone and refine freediving skills and rescue abilities
STUDENT INSTRUCTOR GUIDE MANUAL
Learning materials instructor candidates use during and keep for after the course
ROLE PLAY & WORKSHOPS
Plenty of opportunity to practice giving teaching demonstrations, introduce topics and simulate group learning in a variety of settings
BREATHWORK FOR CALM
Unique to the training, breathwork techniques are introduced to help reduce stress and increase comfort for improved group management. A game changer!
CLASSROOM PRESENTATIONS
Professionally delivered interactive classroom style workshops about PADI Freediver programs, risk management and safety, how to plan sessions, emergency care and safety considerations, marketing and ocean leadership.
GLOBALLY RECOGNISED CERTIFICATION
Successful completion means you can apply to become a PADI Freediver Instructor with recognised qualifications that open up the opportunity to teach freediving in your favourite parts of the world!
AUSTRALIA-WIDE COURSES
Group courses are available swiftly in VIC, TAS, SA, and NSW on site at or near your location accessing local pool and open water freediving sites as deemed suitable
CLIENT
REVIEWS
Thanks
Marlon Quinn was an exceptional trainer who was deeply knowledgeable and enthusiastic
“I achieved a life goal and became a freedive instructor.
The mental and physical hurdles I had to overcome over the past 4 years to get here, is something I am extremely proud of.
Thank you @_gnomad_ for the many years of teaching and mentoring to get to this point and thank you to @marlon_quinn, the past 4 days completing your instructor course have been an incredible experience learning from someone with your level of knowledge and understanding of freediving.
What a legendary crew of people to spend the last 4 days with!”
Undertook my freedive instructor course with Marlon and he was nothing but the perfect combo of fun and professionalism. You could not ask for a better instructor and waterman. Was an absolute pleasure spending 4 days with Marlon and soaking up his experience and knowledge.
Fees and Charges
Get the best training and ideal qualification for you. Gain comprehensive skills and expert insights with a PADI Freediver Instructor course where it counts, on home turf in Australia.
SMALL GROUP COURSE
Classroom + Pool + Open Water, From $3500
Learn in a small group of 3-4x participants. The PADI Freediver Instructor course is the number one choice for those who wish to get moving on their path to becoming a freediving instructor in Australia.
Extended 4-day programme
Classroom, pool & open water
Small group, 1:3 or 1:4
Bring your own wetsuit & freediving gear
Industry recognised PADI Freediver qualification
* PADI MEMBER FEES NOT INCLUDED, PAID SEPARATELY TO PADI ASIA PACIFIC
Course Location: Queenscliff VIC, Hobart TAS, Sapphire Coast NSW, Adelaide SA
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Why should I choose this course?
You might find courses at a lower price, or shorter courses, or easier courses, but this is a high value course delivered by someone who commenced a freediving school from scratch, founded a not-for-profit freediving club with nothing, started a freedive charter business without driving a boat before, and who has won three awards as an adventure tour operator for freediving and snorkelling excursions with seals and dolphins.
You will be learning from an instructor with 10 years experience in teaching snorkelling, freediving and breathwork who can share the tips, tricks and secrets that only come from doing the job itself, as an instructor.
If you’re serious about learning high quality freediving skills, and keeping your freediving students safe whilst also creating a fun environment for you and them to enjoy, to act as a professional freediving instructor, then choose this course.
If you’re looking to tick the box and just get the certification easily because you can, then this is probably not the course for you.
How long is the course?
The course is four days duration.
The course includes:
classroom sessions
pool training sessions (confined water)
open water training sessions
1 x exam
Are there any prerequisites to attend?
Prerequisites
To apply and qualify as a PADI Freediver Instructor to teach PADI Basic Freediver and Freediver courses, you must:
1. Meet one of the following:
a. PADI Master Freediver*
b. PADI Instructor and PADI Advanced Freediver*
c. Qualifying freediver instructor certification* and PADI Advanced Freediver*
2. Be at least 18 years old
3. Have a current medical statement signed by a physician within the
previous 12 months
4. Have completed EFR Primary and Secondary Care training (or other First Aid qualifying training) within 24 months
5. Complete a PADI Freediver Instructor Training course, or for qualifying freediver instructors from other organisations, complete a PADI Freediver Instructor Orientation.
*Qualifying certifications from other organisations may be eligible. Contact your local PADI Freediver Instructor Trainer or PADI Regional Training Consultant.
Please make contact if you are unsure about the prerequisites or if you have concerns about the items required for this programme.
What gear and equipment is needed for the course?
Course Enrolment/Attendance
Proof of Qualifying certifications for level 1, 2 and 3 freediver
First Aid certification evidence (digital/electronic)
Complete and submit all enrolment forms
Pool / Open Water
Pool: Swimwear and 3-5mm wetsuit, towel, mask, snorkel, fins, weightbelt
Open Water: Swimwear and 5mm wetsuit, towel, mask, snorkel, fins, weightbelt, sun protection
*We recommend thicker 5mm wetsuits for the in-water training. As we spend extended time in the water, you may get cold more quickly than you’re used to.
How long until certificates are received?
Upon successful completion of the course, and as long as all the requirements of the course have been completed successfully and to standard (including evidence of your First Aid qualifications/certificate, skills competency, in water tests, passed the exam/test) then you can submit your PADI Freediver Instructor application to PADI Headquarters for review and processing. Upon approval, your certification can be released within 7 days in most circumstances.
Does cancellation and refund policy apply?
CANCELLATION POLICY
These policies are in place to ensure you, our customer, receive the highest level of service and quality instruction. As class sizes are limited, all cancellation / rescheduling deadlines will be strictly adhered to. All cancellations must be received via letter or email.
Verbal cancellations are not accepted. Cancelling a course close to commencement date affects everybody on the course. Cancelling or changing a course should be considered a last resort.
Payments
All customers are requested to confirm booking payments in full in advance of the event date. Full payment for courses ensures participant registration on the course selected. Participation may be denied to any Participant that has not completed full payment before the scheduled event and any refunds will be considered under the Cancellations Policy.
· All fees are non-refundable. Refunds are only available if a cancellation is actioned by The Provider due to unplanned or unforeseen circumstances. These programs are highly time intensive for our team and provide for very limited places. Once you have made a payment and it has been received you cannot ask for your money back under any circumstances. It is for this reason you are highly recommended to purchase appropriate travel insurance to cover you in case of an unforeseen need to cancel.
Cancellations
A company or individual may cancel a booking or by submitting a WRITTEN NOTICE via e-mail or letter.
Request for Amendments
· If you would like to request a change of date or suspend your booking, you may request to do so within 1 month but more than 7 days before the scheduled starting date of the booking. You may suspend your booking for up to 12 months, after which it is forfeited. A $100 re-booking fee will apply.
· If you would like to request a change of date within 7 days before the scheduled starting date of the booking, a 100% cancellation fee will apply to any company or individual. A cancellation fee will be based on the full cost of the booking at time of purchase
No Shows
If a company or individual does not attend a booking and does not provide notice, the company or individual will incur a 100% “no-show” fee.
Course Late Arrivals
In the event of late attendance, bookings will begin at the scheduled time. Under no circumstances does an experience wait for a late Participant. Late Participants may not be allowed onto the booking or may miss it entirely.
All refunds and cancellation fees will be administered at the sole discretion of The Provider management.
Your understanding is appreciated as it is intended to bring you the highest level of service available.
Should you have any queries or concerns prior to booking, please make contact using the details provided.
BEGIN YOUR NEW
LIFE
The Life of a Freediving Instructor – an unequalled path to adventure, sharing the beauty, tranquility and healing powers of the ocean, and connecting with others who benefit from your personal experience and teaching qualities.
take the next step
SMALL GROUP COURSE
Classroom + Pool + Open Water, From $3500
Learn in a small group of 3-4x participants. The PADI Freediver Instructor course is the number one choice for those who wish to get moving on their path to becoming a freediving instructor in Australia.
Extended 4-day programme
Classroom, pool & open water
Small group, 1:3 or 1:4
Bring your own wetsuit & freediving gear
Industry recognised PADI Freediver qualification
* PADI MEMBER FEES NOT INCLUDED, PAID SEPARATELY TO PADI ASIA PACIFIC
Course Location: Queenscliff VIC, Hobart TAS, Sapphire Coast NSW, Adelaide SA
GLOBALLY RECOGNISED DIVE INDUSTRY QUALIFICATIONS
The provision of this globally recognised and certified training course is in partnership with and under the proven PADI Freediver education system, supported by PADI Asia Pacific.
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