My SSI Level 2 Freediving Course Took Longer Than Planned: Here's Why

FREEDIVING AND MERMAID INSTRUCTOR: I ended up becoming an SSI Level 2 Freediving Instructor and Mermaid Instructor! All of my equalization issues that I had to work through gave me a solid foundation to help others work through their equalization issues. I’m now running courses in both Las Vegas, Nevada and near Port Angeles, Washington. For more information or to schedule a course near you, feel free to reach out! www.aquanautsfreediving.com

OCEAN-THEMED ATHLEISURE CLOTHING LINE FOR OCEAN ENTHUSIASTS: For those who have been following my vlog or other social media, you’ll know that I’m a very active person and I love to cram as many activities into my day as possible, from rock climbing, to freediving, to trail running, cycling, acro, and more! I’ve created an athleisure line geared towards freedivers, merfolk, and other ocean enthusiasts. The matching rash guards, leggings, and sports bras provide stylish and color coordinated protection against the sun and jellyfish stings, and they’re a reef friendly alternative to chemical sunscreens! I have merchandise for both men and women. Check out my clothing line at www.aquanautsclothing.com and let me know what you think!

DIVING EDUCATION FOR OCEAN CONSERVATION: I recently won the title of Miss Mermaid Nevada 2021, and it has been my goal to provide affordable diving education to get people into the ocean and more passionate about ocean conservation. To learn more about this project, please look up We of the Sea on Facebook.
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This video documents my experience going through an SSI Level 2 Freediving course at Freedive+ in Panglao. It took me 8 days rather than the 3-4 projected days, but luckily I blocked out enough time. I'm doing a 3 month Zero to Hero program where I go from having no formal freediving experience to getting my SSI Level 2 Freediving Instructor certifications.

As I went into my Level 2 course almost immediately after my SSI Level 1 course, my body still needed the time to acclimate to diving at depth. I'm happy that I don't have to rush to get the skills and requirements out of the way, and if you can afford the time, take advantage of it so you can dive safely and really solidify your skills.

Check this video out if you're a new freediver or interested in furthering your freediving education, you're an instructor looking to share your expertise, or you're interested in what it's like to freedive in the Philippines!
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