Try Freediving & Snorkel Experience (Pool)

In this fun, accessible pool session you get a first taste of freediving and snorkelling, guided by an SSI Professional. Learn how to control your breath, glide effortlessly underwater and feel the freedom of exploring below the surface, all in a safe, controlled environment.

It is a great place to start if you are curious about freediving, want more confidence in the water or simply fancy trying something new.

How it works

1. Prepare at your own pace
   You receive digital learning materials before the session, so you arrive knowing the basics.
2. Breathing & relaxation
   Your SSI Professional shows you how to breathe, relax and prepare for a breath-hold safely.
3. In the water
   Practise gliding, finning and short breath-hold dives, with your instructor beside you all the time.
4. Your recognition card
   Finish with a digital recognition card to remember your first freediving experience.

What's included

• Digital learning materials
• Full equipment rental
• Digital recognition card
• Pool access

Oceanauts are based at Greencastle on the County Down shore of Carlingford Lough, right opposite Carlingford. From the Cooley side, the Carlingford Lough Ferry crosses from Greenore to Greencastle in about 15 minutes. Driving round by Newry takes about an hour.