If you answer yes to any of the below,
this weekend is for you!

Does the thought of taking you and your buddy for a dive intimidate you?

The world of freediving interests you but you want a safe, personal place to discover it?

Are you familiar with shore diving but wouldn’t know what to do in an emergency?

You love seafood but want to know how to choose sustainably?

We believe there is a huge gap in the market tailored to safety and ocean awareness when it comes to freediving and exploring the ocean as a whole. Anyone can go and do a freedive course, or an instructors course for that matter, but what knowledge does a beginner freediver have about their local surroundings? We have created a safe space to educate and train you into a well equipped freediver ready to embrace the ocean and its elements.

Tapping into our expertise of Emergency Nursing & Environmental Science, together we have created a product that we believe is the perfect addition to your tool belt as a water enthusiast. Whether you’re new to the freediving world, freshly certified or self taught, we have curated a weekend of in depth activities and workshops to challenge, educate and empower you as a recreational dweller of the sea. We want you to leave the weekend away feeling totally capable and equipped with the know how in an array of environmental conditions. Anyone can become a freediver, but do you know how to safely choose a dive site? Act in an emergency? Or sustainably source and buy seafood? We’ve got you covered!

Tailored To:

Is the world of freediving totally new to you and you’re craving that safe space to experience it? Are you freshly certified and wanting to explore your local watering holes but don’t have the know how? Maybe you’re a self taught spearo and you want to deepen your safety and ocean knowledge? This is the perfect weekend to challenge what you know, increase your confidence, improve your breath holds and walk away feeling totally empowered and in control as a recreational freediver. This weekend is a great addition to your water skills tool belt!

Whats Included:

• 2 nights Luxury Accomodation in Kingscliff, NSW

• All meals, daily snacks & refreshments

• Morning meditation & breath work

• Intro to Freediving Course in the comfort of our accomodation

• Fun Dive with turtles @ Cook Island Aquatic Reserve - Boat Mission

• Ocean Awareness Workshop with Liv Rose

• Water Safety Workshop with Georgie Davidson

• Choosing Sustainable Seafood with David Moyle

• CO2 Training Exercises

• Laughs, learning and a whole lotta fun!

• LFTS Goodie Bag if you’re within the first four guests to book!

INVESTMENT

Valued over $1500
for $990pp
$250 deposit required at booking
Twin Share Bedroom

Itinerary

FRIDAY

• 12pm Arrivals

• Lunch

• Intro to Freediving Course

• Dinner
  

SATURDAY

• Morning breathwork & meditation

• CO2 Pool Training/ Beach Training

• Breakfast

• Ocean Awareness Workshop

• Lunch

• Sustainable Seafood Shop with Dave

• Dinner
  

SUNDAY

• Morning breathwork & meditation

• Breakfast

• Water Safety Workshop

• Rescue Scenario’s

• Lunch

• Cook Island Boat Day!

• Departures

WorkShops

Ocean Awareness Workshop
Things everyone should know living near the ocean. In this workshop we will talk through elements of how to read environmental conditions including how to forecast and weather check online. Topics will cover tides, currents, swell, wind, visibility, reefs systems, resident marine life and more. After this workshop you should be able to look out from the beach and have a basic understanding of whats going on and how it may affect your dive. You will use these tools to predict dive conditions before the weekends dive.

Water Safety Workshop
Learn how to manage yourself and others safely in the marine environment. From theory to practical application, you will learn valuable skills like how to rescue someone from a shore dive. Other topics will include self rescue, fatigue, blackout rescue and the fun stuff - how to make a tourniquet on the fly, manage wounds large or small (yes, shark bite) and other first aid hacks.

Sustainable Seafood Workshop
Fishing or purchasing seafood sustainably is crucial to the future of not only our fish stocks but ocean ecosystems as a whole. We are told to ‘eat sustainably’ but this is extremely challenging in a green washed society where the word ‘eco’ and even ‘sustainable’ can mean many things! In this workshop you will be led by a special guest who will be teaching us how to ask the right questions in order to source sustainable seafood near you.

BOAT DAY DIVE SITE

Cook Island Aquatic Reserve
Cooly Eco Adventures is our operator for our fun dive session. “Our tour begins with a 20min boat ride to Jungurra-Ngarrian (Cook Island Aquatic Reserve). The reserve lies approximately 600m off the shore of Fingal Head, NSW. It is a foraging ground to a significant number of sea turtles. The numbers are so significant that the island was originally named Turtle Island. It is here that we will dive in and meet these ‘turtally’ awesome locals! The surrounding waters of the reserve are also home to a wide variety of subtropical and temperate species of fish, crustaceans, and rays – just to name a few! Prepare to be awed by the magical underwater world that lies here on our doorstep!”

Mentors

Liv Rose
Skipper, freedive & scuba instructor, Environmental Science Graduate and over 10+ years of marine tourism experience. Liv’s knowledge and passion for the sea will leave you with a new found love of not only our oceans systems but your connection to the big blue.

Georgie Davidson
Bachelor of Nursing with a Post Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing, freedive instructor, dive master and deckhand. Georgie has extensive knowledge and experience handling all kinds of emergencies and how to stay cool in those situations.

WEEKEND Accomodation

The sub-tropical paradise of Paddles@Salt offers guests all imaginable comfort, breathtaking nature reserve views and a true resort style vibe. With complimentary paddle boards and 9km of waterways to explore, your adventure awaits!

As you’d expect, relaxation is plentiful and serenity abundant, this beautifully designed Kingscliff Beach House is inspired by the rich heritage of Australian surf culture and the natural surrounds of Cudgen Creek. Finished and furnished to a high standard Paddles@Salt offers an authentically local experience with homestyle conveniences in a lush and private setting. 

Nestled on the shore of Cudgen Creek with easy water access, a direct private gate opening onto the walk/cycle paths, a surf break and patrolled beach a short walk away and the bustling precinct of Salt Village less than a 5 minute stroll, the true beauty of Paddles@Salt is everything you want is within a short walking distance, however you feel you are a million miles from anywhere.

The Location
~ Located on a quiet street with plenty of privacy that backs onto the creek and surrounding farmland.
~ 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport,
~ 30 minutes' drive from Byron Bay
~ 45 minutes to Theme Parks
~ 90 minutes from Brisbane City
~ 90 minutes from Brisbane International Airport

Accomodation LOCATION

KINGSCLIFF, NSW
Nestled along the pristine coastline of New South Wales, Kingscliff emerges as a serene retreat destination, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty and coastal charm. With its idyllic beaches, azure waters, and lush hinterland, Kingscliff invites visitors to unwind and rejuvenate amidst breathtaking surroundings. Explore the quaint village atmosphere, where boutique shops, cafes, and galleries beckon, or indulge in leisurely walks along the golden sands as the gentle waves lull you into a state of tranquility. From invigorating outdoor adventures to peaceful moments of reflection, Kingscliff promises an unforgettable escape, where the rhythm of the ocean meets the tranquility of the hinterland, creating a haven for relaxation and renewal.

“After having such an epic experience with Liv and Georgie at Ningaloo in 2023, when I found out they were offering an ocean awareness and freediving weekend at Wye River, it was a no-brainer and I signed up immediately, and I loved every moment! Located in one of the most breathtaking locations on the Victorian coastline, and in awe-inspiring luxury accommodation – whew!! From the hands-on experience of harvesting our own seafood to gaining valuable insights into learning how to read dive conditions and carry out rescue scenarios, every moment was packed with learning and excitement. Liv and Georgie, with their extensive backgrounds in Emergency Nursing and Environmental Science, respectively, have crafted an educational experience that is both enriching and practical. I didn’t know how much I actually needed this weekend! The culinary aspect of the weekend was a standout, with David Moyle and Lilly Trewartha taking the helm in the kitchen. Their passion for food and master chef preparation of dishes, especially the unforgettable abalone moving feast, left us in awe. Their ability to create such inspiring meals from the sea's bounty was truly remarkable. And having special guest, Zach Clark and his shark presentation was icing on top. How lucky we were! I highly recommend this weekend for anyone interested in expanding their ocean toolkit - thanks to the exceptional team that made it so much fun, its branded in the memory bank forever.” - Linda

“The Wye River Water Warrior Retreat was my second adventure with Liv for the Sea. I’m starting to think that Liv and Georgie’s company ethos may be ‘Spoil your guests absolutely rotten!’. I learned so many valuable things to add to my Freediving toolbox and gained confidence in myself and my abilities. The location was absolutely amazing, a prime spot to practice the skills we were learning including how to find and plan for a safe dive location, reading weather and ocean conditions, and what to do in an emergency situation. Experiencing how to sustainably source and prepare Abalone was a true highlight as was sharing this whole weekend with amazing likeminded people. I’ve booked my third expedition with Liv for the Sea and already know it will be just like my last two, an experience of a lifetime. Thank you so much Liv and Georgie x” - Carly