We were born to hold our breath
TRUSTED BY FREEDIVERS - 100+ 5 STAR REVIEWS FROM OUR STUDENTS
Train with experienced, highly qualified freedivers who bring competitive experience, deep technical knowledge and a genuine passion for people and coaching. Meet the team
DRIFTERS FREEDIVING REVIEW
“I’ve attended several retreats with Drifters, and every single one has been exceptional. Freediving is already an inspiring lifestyle choice, but Jarrod and Brenton bring something even deeper to it - each in their own way, with distinct strengths and a shared generosity of spirit. They have genuinely invested in my journey. Their approach is personal, thoughtful, and incredibly well tailored. I’ve never once felt like just another participant. Every detail of their coaching feels intentional, supportive, and aligned with where you’re at both technically and personally.
If you feel drawn to freediving, Drifters offers outstanding guidance and expertise, whether you’re just beginning or refining advanced skills. It’s an awesome combination of professionalism, warmth, and real care.”
Ben Hohnen, AIDA 2 + 3 + 4, Kilsby Sinkhole and Bali Retreats
YOUR FREEDIVING JOURNEY
From your first breath-hold to advanced depth and performance.
Whether you're taking your first breath-hold, working towards your next AIDA certification or looking to improve your depth and performance, there's a pathway for you at Drifters.
AIDA 1 — Freediving Discovery
1.5 day course
Introduction to freediving
Discover the fundamentals of freediving, learn essential safety skills and experience the freedom of exploring underwater on a single breath.
Want to learn to hunt in the sea?
BEGINNER SPEARFISHING
2.5-day course
Your introduction to spearfishing
Learn the fundamentals of safe, responsible spearfishing while developing your breath-hold, duck dive, stalking and hunting skills.
No previous experience required
AIDA 2 — Freediving Fundamentals
2.5-day course
Melbourne’s most comprehensive beginner course
Build the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a safe and capable freediver. Develop your technique, learn essential safety and rescue skills, and progress your breath-hold and depth.
Want to keep progressing?
DEPTH COACHING
Keep Progressing
Offered at all our depth sessions
Individual or group coaching at any stage
Keep developing your depth, technique and performance, wherever you are in your freediving journey. Depth coaching is also an excellent way to work towards and complete the performance requirements for an AIDA course.
AIDA 3 — Advanced Freediver
4-day course
Frequently run on our retreats
Take your freediving to an advanced level. Develop your technique, equalisation and depth skills while building a deeper understanding of freediving physiology, training and safety.
Want to dive the famous KILSBY SINKHOLE?
KILSBY SINKHOLE
Australia's premier inland dive site
Retreats operating during summer
Experience the unique underwater world of Kilsby Sinkhole. Crystal-clear water, spectacular limestone formations and deep, challenging diving make Kilsby an unforgettable destination for freedivers.
AIDA 4 — Master Freediver
6-7-day course
Advanced development for experienced freedivers
Take your knowledge and skills further with advanced depth diving, equalisation, training methodology, physiology, performance and safety. AIDA 4 is the highest level in the AIDA recreational freediving pathway.
Looking for Adventure?
FREEDIVING EXPEDITIONS
Freediving retreats around the world
Dive in pristine locations and visit remote communities
Join us for unforgettable freediving adventures in Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Bali. Explore incredible locations, dive in crystal-clear water, meet like-minded freedivers and develop your skills along the way.