Introduction Roatán, the picturesque island located off the coast of Honduras, has long been regarded as one of the world's premier destinations for freediving and SCUBA diving enthusiasts. In January 2023, we embarked on an adventure to this hidden gem, drawn by the allure of its vibrant coral reefs, abundant sealife, and the promise of unforgettable underwater experiences. As we touched down in Roatán, we were immediately captivated by its beauty and enchanted by the possibilities that awaited us. Half Moon Bay- West End The West End areas of Roatán proved to be the perfect playground for ..read more

Grenada has to be one of our favorite islands in the Caribbean!  Its a small island packed with luscious rainforests, waterfalls, amazing beaches, spices and friendly people. This island is so warm and welcoming, you’ll find yourself itching to come back! (Or atleast that’s how we feel!) When visiting Grenada, here is some top recommendations: Grand Anse Beach Beautiful white, soft sandy beach with calm, crystal clear water. This beach is truly a tropical paradise! This 2 mile stretch of beach is a wonderful place to relax & recharge. Not to mention the view! You are surrounded by mo ..read more

Looking to Freedive Mexico’s Cenotes? This blog serves as a helpful guide for first time visitors! How to Get to Mexico’s Cenotes Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is one of the top freediving destinations in the world and one of the easiest for Americans to travel to! Cancun is one of the largest international airports with many flights daily to and from U.S. and international airports. Our direct flight from Fort Lauderdale was an easy 1.5 hours! From the airport you can easily get a taxi or rental car to your destination. We went the rental car route (watch out for the speed bumps!) Where to Sta ..read more

The fascination of mermaids has been around for thousands of years and has been continuing to grow in popularity. Mermaids are mystical, powerful, and inspirational stewards of the sea. Now it’s never been easier to turn your childhood dream into a reality and help to inspire those around you! Whether you’re a complete beginner, an advanced mermaid who wants to turn this into a career, or an already professional mermaid who wants to add to your mermaid business, becoming a PADI Mermaid Instructor will open so many doors! Here's the break down to figure out what path is best for you!  If y ..read more

In this blog we will share with you some of our favorite books for freediving, as well as bonus topics such as spearfishing, breathing, and psychology books that we find helpful for Freediving Best Freediving Books: Deep, James Nestor Deep by James Nestor is one of the first books we read when we became freediving instructors and is hands-down one of our absolute favorites! The book follows clans of extreme athletes, adventurers, and scientists as they plumb the limits of the ocean's depths and uncover weird and wondrous new discoveries that, in many cases, redefine our understanding of the oc ..read more

In our on-going efforts to improve connectivity in the Freediving Industry, and increase divers access to training, we’ve created this list of Freediving boats in Florida. These are licensed and insured charter captains and vessels that can cater to Freedivers. If you’d like to be added to this list, please send us an email livefreediving@gmail.com DX Divers Location: Marina One (Deerfield Beach) Boat: Lady Go Dive, 46’ Newton Social: @dxdivers Website: DIXIE DIVERS - NEW DXDIVERS ***Freedive Friday trips held every Friday (weather permitting)*** Photo by @urakphotography Calypso Dive Charte ..read more

Blue Grotto is one of our favorite sink hole/springs to visit and dive. Check out this blog to learn all about this amazing dive site! Location 3852 NE 172 Ct, Williston, FL 32696 Blue Grotto is a freshwater spring located in Williston, Florida (just outside of Ocala). The Spring is privately owned, and maintains a full-service diving resort that includes cabins and tent camping facilities, classrooms, a pool, air compressor, restrooms, hot showers and more! The dive site is located in a beautiful region of Central Florida that features tall pine trees, luscious oaks, and a host of equestrian ..read more

Palm Beach (Lake Worth) Inlet - Dive Site Highlight Location Recognized by the iconic “Pumphouse,” along its North Jetty, the Palm Beach (Lake Worth) Inlet is Florida’s easternmost point. The Gulfstream current comes closer here than anywhere in the world, bringing with it warm clear water from the Caribbean. Palm Beach has much to offer divers including many shipwrecks, natural and artificial reefs with an abundance of sea life! Address: Palm Beach Inlet Depth Palm Beach Inlet features dive sites in various depths from less than 10 feet to more than 200 feet. Due to the proximity of th ..read more

Location You don’t have to travel all the  way to the Caribbean to experience white sand beaches, palm trees, and turquoise waters. If you’re looking for a tropical getaway, look no further than Peanut Island near West Palm Beach, Florida. In this blog you will learn everything you need before traveling to this unique and vibrant island.   How to Get to Peanut Island Peanut Island is situated perfectly in the Lake Worth Lagoon and Intercoastal Waterway just inside the Lake Worth Inlet and in between Palm Beach Island, Singer Island, and mainland West Palm Beach. There are ..read more

What Gear do I Need to Start Freediving? This blog details what gear is needed to start your Freediving journey and includes our preferred gear should you wish to start shopping. Freediving is an amazing sport for so many reasons, one being that it is incredibly minimalistic in nature. Before modern times, humans have been Freediving for thousands of years without any equipment! Contrast that with SCUBA diving where it’s necessary to use bulky equipment such as buoyancy compensator device, regulator, tanks and more! Mask The most important feature in deciding which mask to buy is whether or ..read more