With its vibrant corals and glassy conditions, Bira is a fantastic place to learn and progress your freediving skills and reconnect with the ocean.
Our intention for this retreat is to instill a sense of ocean connection and personal accomplishment while providing a safe and effective learning environment. Our experienced instructors are all trained in much more than just freediving- they come from varied backgrounds that add value to their teaching style.
This retreat is for ANYONE interested in learning about freediving and sparking some intrinsic motivation. Don’t be shy. Absolute beginners are encouraged to join.
We pride ourselves on creating an environment in which students can positively navigate their personal expectations and overcome obstacles. We do not solely focus on depth and time, but instead on the powerful mental benefits the sport brings.
What will you learn?
In this retreat, we dive deep into some topics that will aid you in your day-to-day human existence.
Learn techniques to handle daily stress, improve sleep and manage expectations.
Increasing body and breath awareness.
Implementing strategies to move through learning obstacles.
During this retreat, our expert instructors guide our guests through yoga classes, meditation techniques, breathwork practices, and physiological training to aid progression. And we do this in a supportive and comfortable environment tailored for success.
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A concept born of motivated people sitting still on a paradise island. Freediving is a way of accessing creative energy you never knew you had and motivating yourself to excel in various aspects of your life.
With our retreat, you will learn the fundamentals of freediving and a wide array of topics that apply to everyday life. We use Freediving, Yoga, Breathwork, and Mindset practices to provide participants with new tools and perspectives.
From Pranayama to the incredible feats of weird-looking marine mammals, you will be inspired by every workshop and dazzled with your inherent abilities. All of this is done in the most elegant and luxurious style. Absolute beginners are encouraged to join.
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Can Absolute Beginners Join?
Yes. In fact, opening up the world of freediving and ocean therapy to newbies is one of our favorite things to do. Regardless of the outcome, we are confident participants will walk away with tremendous insight as to how the breath, body, and water combine to empower us. Retreats are designed to provide value to guests of all levels of experience.
What If I Am Having Trouble Equalizing?
Equalization can be a tricky part of any freediving course, but with proper preparation, time and relaxation techniques, many students can overcome this challenge. Our instructors are adeptly trained to help guests overcome a variety of obstacles. We provide resources for participants to study before the retreat, and personalized workshops and training for those who need more.
What Is the Goal?
Believe it or not, we ask guests to leave the goals at the door (or on the boat ride over) and focus on the process. Freediving is one of the few sports we have encountered where having a strong expectation or goal can create a barrier. Instead, we approach the process with a healthy amount of action, training, and surrender. This doesn’t mean we aren’t going to work, it just means we are going to do so in a constructive manner that emphasizes the learning process.
If a goal is necessary, let it be to arm yourself with techniques that will benefit you in various walks of life, enjoy the ocean therapy, and invigorate yourself with a community of like-minded water lovers.
How Much Free Time Will I Have?
We are constantly monitoring energy levels- Freediving is deceivingly exhausting. Most retreat days consist of morning yoga followed by 3-4 hours of freedive practice and training. Afternoons and evenings are reserved for workshops and personalized coaching, as well as adequate rest time. We give guests a dry day in the middle of the week to rest their ears, see the island, or partake in optional activities should they have the energy.