Your JB Weekend:
Learn to Freedive
Relaxed 2D/1N all-inclusive weekend. Get your SSI Pool Freediver cert, with resort stay & meals covered.
Your JB Weekend: Learn to Freedive
Relaxed 2D/1N all-inclusive weekend. Get your SSI Pool Freediver cert, with resort stay & meals covered.
Ever Wonder What It Feels Like to Glide Underwater?
Tired of the Singapore hustle? I discovered an incredible pocket of peace in freediving. It’s not about extremes, but the quiet glide beneath the surface where the noise just fades. Surprisingly meditative! The best part? No massive lungs required – it’s all relaxation and technique, which we’ll explore safely in the pool. It’s a world away from meetings and traffic, a true reset.
Your Truly Hassle-Free Freediving Adventure in JB:
The SSI Pool Freediver Certification + A Relaxing Getaway with Meals Included!
I wanted to make the introduction to freediving super easy and fun for fellow Singapore-based folks.
Forget the stress of booking transport, finding a good place to stay, renting gear… I’ve bundled it all up into one awesome weekend package at the lovely resort in Johor Bahru.
Here’s what your all-inclusive weekend looks like:
🚌 Easy Return Transport:
We’ll meet at Woodland MRT on Saturday morning (8.30am) and hop on comfy transport straight to our JB resort. We’ll get you back to the same spot Sunday evening. Easy peasy.
🛌 Comfy 1-Night Resort Stay:
Relax and recharge in a twin-sharing room at Pulai Spring Resort. (Single room option available, just ask!). Enjoy the resort vibes.
🍽️ All Main Meals Covered! Enjoy delicious and convenient meals throughout the weekend:
- Saturday Lunch
- Saturday Dinner
- Sunday Breakfast
- Sunday Lunch
(Just bring some cash/card for any extra snacks or drinks you might want outside of these meals)
🎓 SSI Pool Freediver Course:
This is the core of the weekend! Includes the online theory you’ll complete beforehand, plus instructor-led sessions covering all the pool skills and knowledge.
📄 Official SSI Digital Certification:
Successfully complete the course, and you’ll get your internationally recognised SSI Pool Freediver e-card!
📸 Awesome Photos for Your Socials:
Love sharing your adventures? I’m passionate about taking great photos/videos and will capture some cool shots of your freediving experience – perfect for your Instagram, stories, and to remember your achievement!
🤿 All Gear Provided:
Mask, snorkel, fins, weights – no need to buy anything. I’ve got the gear ready for you. Just bring your swimsuit and enthusiasm!
This way, you just sign up, pack a small bag, and focus on the experience. It’s luxury and learning, without the fuss!
Go From Curious Beginner to Certified Pool Freediver
This weekend isn’t just about getting a certification card (though that’s cool too!). It’s about unlocking new skills and discovering a different side of yourself.
Here’s a taste of what you’ll learn and feel:
- Breathe Like Never Before: Discover relaxation techniques that calm your mind and body, helping you prepare for a surprisingly comfortable breath-hold. It’s magic, I tell you!
- Hold Your Breath Safely: We’ll dive into the simple science behind it and practice safe breath-holding in the pool – always with a buddy.
- Experience Equalisation: Learn the tricks to keeping your ears happy as you dip below the surface. No painful pressure here!
- Glide Efficiently: Find that smooth, effortless movement using long fins. It feels amazing, like flying underwater.
- Become a Safety Buddy: Learn the essential buddy system and rescue techniques – the absolute foundation for diving safely with friends later on.
- Boost Your Confidence: Leave the weekend feeling comfortable, capable, and maybe even a little bit amazed at what you achieved underwater.
Meet Your Instructor: Marshall (That's Me!)
Hey, I’m Marshall! My day job is in Singapore’s digital marketing scene, but my escape is the quiet focus I find in freediving. I loved it so much, I became an SSI Certified Freediving Instructor.
What truly excites me is sharing that “aha!” moment, especially when someone who starts a bit hesitant in the water learns to glide with calm and confidence. I’ve helped many folks, including those who didn’t consider themselves strong swimmers, master the basics safely and enjoyably in our 2-day pool course. My teaching style is relaxed, patient, and always puts your safety and fun first. My goal is for you to leave feeling amazed by what you can do!
*Training Session with Jeffrey Ong, national swimmer, 2 time Olympian
What Your Freediving Weekend Looks Like: The Flow
No military drills here, just a relaxed schedule to learn and enjoy:
Saturday | |
|---|---|
8.30 am | Meet at Woodland MRT
(Grab a coffee beforehand!) |
9.00 am | Travel to JB |
Healthy Brunch Time! | |
12.00 pm | Theory Session |
3.00 pm | Breathing Workshop |
3.30 pm | Pool Session #1 |
Dinner
| |
8.30 pm | Final Exam (Theory) |
10.00 pm | Get a good night’s rest! |
Sunday | |
|---|---|
Breakfast | |
9.00 am | Pool Session #2 |
Lunch | |
1.30 pm | Final Performance Review |
3.00 pm | Begin travel back to Singapore |
(Exact timings might shift slightly, but this gives you the picture!)
Is This Freediving Weekend Right For You?
Wondering if this is your kind of adventure? This is perfect if you:
✅ Live or work in Singapore and crave a refreshing weekend escape that’s different.
✅ Are curious about freediving but feel a bit intimidated or unsure where to begin.
✅ Are comfortable in the water.
✅ Love the idea of an all-inclusive trip where transport and stay are sorted.
✅ Want to learn a cool new skill in a safe, supportive, small-group environment.
✅ Have zero prior freediving experience – this course is designed for beginners!
✅ Are reasonably healthy (you’ll need to complete a standard SSI medical declaration form).
Ready to Take the Plunge?
Okay, imagine it: leaving SG behind, relaxing by a pool in JB, and learning to move underwater like you never thought possible.
Your All-Inclusive SSI Pool Freediver Weekend Getaway:
Total Package Price: RM1,800 per person
This includes:
- Return Transport (SG-JB-SG)
- 1 Night Twin-Sharing Stay at Pulai Spring Resort
- Saturday Lunch
- Saturday Dinner
- Sunday Breakfast
- Sunday Lunch
- SSI Pool Freediver Course & Digital Materials
- Official SSI Digital Certification Card (upon completion)
- Photos/Videos of your freediving experience
- All Freediving Equipment Rental
Spots are limited to keep the group size small and personalised!
Got Questions? I've Got Answers.
It’s normal to have questions! Here are some common ones:
Your passport (super important!), swimsuit, towel, comfortable clothes, toiletries, sunscreen, and some Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) / Credit card for snacks, and any extras.
You don’t need to be Michael Phelps! As long as you can comfortably swim 200m without stopping (any stroke, no time limit) OR 300m with mask, snorkel, and fins, and are generally comfortable in water, you’ll be fine. We focus on technique, not speed.
JB is generally safe, especially within the resort areas we’ll be using. We travel together, stay in a reputable resort, and basic travel awareness (like you’d use anywhere) is all that’s needed.
Generally, deposits are non-refundable, but I try to be flexible if you need to reschedule with enough notice.
You can wear contact lenses. If you wear glasses, you might consider getting a prescription mask, but for the pool course, your normal vision underwater might be sufficient, or contacts are usually the easiest option.