Conquering your fear when attempting to surf huge waves can be a challenge. In the upcoming October issue of the Red Bulletin, world team surfing champion Justine Dupont credits freediving for her ability to face down the biggest waves without fear. Training twice a week, Dupont can now regularly knock off 60-foot/18-meter-deep dives and spend …
Many new divers get their PADI certification in tropical waters, myself included. Getting your PADI certification while on holiday is a great experience, and can really enhance your trip. You may also be lucky enough to live somewhere tropical, where the water is warm, and the fish are colourful. Lucky you! Now, what if you are planning …
When it comes to exploring a new challenge like freediving, it’s wise to know a few tips and tricks to get you started. We reached out to PADI Freediver Instructor Trainer and World Champion freediver, Mandy Sumner to get her expert advice for those ready to experience the peace of the underwater world on a single breath. If …
There is a saying that there are two types of underwater photographer, those who have had a camera housing flood already and those who haven’t had a camera housing flood….yet. Camera floods do happen but there is always a reason for it and usually it comes down to a lack of proper preparation. Packing your …
Audio titled Part 3- Relaxation, Recovery Breathing & Daily Breath Holds by FreedivingUAELast week we learned about Controlling The Chemical Axis Of Breathing from renowned breathing expert Dr Peter Litchfield. If you happened to miss the equation that explains optimal breathing as defined by the “chemical axis,” why hyperventilation is so bad and how our …