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WALLIN'S DIVE CENTER
Modern Freediving & Spearfishing Techniques

Instructor: David Laird
photo by Doug Jones

> NEW: Photo gallery

> Fried & Breaded Abalone Recipe, by David (pdf)

All footage shot while freediving. Produced by Doug Jones & David Laird
Soundtrack by David Laird.
Copyright 2002 Fish Vicious Productions
All Rights Reserved


2008

Ocean dates are set by David depending on conditions and the numbers of student desiring the ocean experience.

Start Date Days Ocean Class/Pool
8/24 SUN Optional 8/24 Pool 8am - 1130am; Class 1130am - 1pm
9/14 SUN Optional 9/14 Pool 8am - 1130am; Class 1130am - 1pm

We have one of the most popular freediving clinics in Northern California -- so sign-up early.


Ever wondered how some individuals can reach depths in excess of 100 feet using only the air their lungs can hold? Have you ever said to yourself "There must be something more to this...?" What are you waiting for?!!

Prepare to be re-introduced to the ocean as you know it with Wallin's Modem Freediving and Spearfishing Techniques class, where you will gradually increase your comfort level gradually during an action-packed day of pool, slides, and lecture ! This class will give you the tools you need to become a better freediver.

Breathing techniques, conservation of movement, streamlining, and the physics of freediving will all be covered during the class as well as safety issues, correct weighting, equipment, and hunting methods. These classes are limited in space and always fill quickly, each class having a maximum of 8 students.

Prerequisite: Must have some experience in cold water scuba or freediving.

Wallin's Dive Center
1119 Industrial Road, Suite G
San Carlos, California 94070
phone: (650) 591-5641

Modern Freediving & Spearfishing Techniques Prerequisite:

  • Must be comfortable in the water and have some experience with cold water scuba or freediving.
  • Please request our 40-item medical questionnaire.
  • Text requirements:
    • Freedive! By Terry Mass and David Sipperly
    • Blue: Spearfishing the California's DVD

Class schedule is subject to change.

Gear Requirements:

You will need your own mask, snorkel, booties, gloves, longfins, wetsuit, float, weight belt, and hood. We use very specialized equipment for this class. Please feel free to stop in and have a look at our long fins, low-volume masks, rubber weight belts, float lines, free diving suits, and other specialized gear.

Advanced registration is required.

Be sure to read the entire textbook and watch the video before the class begins.

What to bring list:

Textbook, swimsuit/towel, 40-item medical questionnaire, filled out (if any "yes" answers, then you need a doctor's signature).

PLUS ALL GEAR you would plan on using for an ocean dive, AND a lightweight suit/light weight belt (if you have it) for pool use:

Mask, snorkel, full-foot longfins*, neoprene socks*, 3mm or 5mm gloves (Scubapro comfort grip recommended for warmth), 6.5mm or 7mm wetsuit for ocean dives, hood, weight belt for coldwater suit (we will adjust weights as needed during class), timing device (dive watch, freediving computer, etc.) Dive Knife, float (boogie board, ab tube, torpedo buoy, etc).

For the Pool:

Lightweight 2mm or 3mm full suit or shorty (even 82 degree water feels cold after a while…)

Weight belt set up with appropriate weight for light suit (2 to 8 lbs, we can adjust).

Sincerely,

David Laird, Modern Freediving Class Instructor.
e-mail: david@wallins.com

Freedive! Book CoverFreedive!

Freedive uncovers the secrets expert freedivers use to extend their bottom time and dive deeper. You'll start by learning the history of this fascinating sport. Chapters on physiology and safety help you understand the freediving environment and to avoid problems. Chapters on gear and techniques help prepare you for the ultimate freediving experiences. Advice from experts in underwater hockey, fin swimming, game gathering and photography make this book indispensable for any freediver.


To learn more and find out about the next scheduled class please come by the store, call or e-mail for more information.

Wallin's Dive Center
1119 Industrial Road, Suite G
San Carlos, California 94070
phone: (650) 591-5641
fax: (650) 591-5924