


Dive into spearfishing with our comprehensive Two-Day Course in Falmouth, Cornwall, designed for those looking to deepen their understanding and skill set in the sport. This immersive course aims not just to introduce you to spearfishing but to elevate your abilities, covering advanced techniques and freediving skills to enhance your underwater hunting prowess.
Expect a detailed exploration of spearfishing over two days, focusing on safety, advanced hunting techniques, and expert freediving coaching to significantly advance your skills. Day one begins with equipment familiarisation and freediving basics at a dive centre, moving to open sea practice for shallow water stalking. Day two challenges you with deeper dives and ambush hunting techniques, all aimed at making you a proficient and safe underwater hunter.
A comprehensive booklet covering the core aspects of spearfishing, including safety, equipment use, and species identification, will be sent to participants. This ensures everyone begins the course with a foundational understanding, ready to dive deeper into practical and advanced spearfishing techniques.
Morning Session at Dive Centre:
All necessary spearfishing gear is provided, though participants are welcome to bring personal equipment if preferred. Participants should bring food, a towel, and money for parking. Facilities such as a café and toilets are conveniently located nearby.
This two-day course is meticulously designed to transition beginners to proficient spearfishers, covering a broad spectrum of skills from foundational freediving techniques to advanced hunting strategies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
The course is set in the picturesque waters of Falmouth, Cornwall, offering a mix of pool and sea environments for a varied learning experience. Nearby facilities ensure convenience and comfort throughout the course.
Participants will receive a study booklet before the course to cover essential topics like freediving safety, speargun usage, and species identification, ensuring a unified starting level for all attendees.
Our Two-Day Spearfishing Course stands out for its in-depth curriculum, blending expert instruction with hands-on practice in both pool and open sea settings. Partnering with seasoned professionals, we ensure a safe, informative, and engaging learning experience. Small group sizes guarantee personalized attention, fostering skill development and confidence in the water. With gear hire included and post-course purchasing discounts, we equip you for continued growth in spearfishing.
Embark on a spearfishing adventure that goes beyond the basics. Join us to refine your skills, embrace sustainable practices, and unlock the full potential of this exhilarating sport.
Spearfishing is the most selective form of fishing, producing virtually zero bycatch. Unlike other methods that often result in unintended species being caught and discarded, spearfishing allows you to target only the fish you intend to eat. Our courses emphasize sustainable practices, teaching you to identify and hunt only the correct species and sizes, contributing to responsible food sourcing.
Courses are structured for learning at your own pace in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Whether you prefer a training-intensive session or wish to dive straight into hunting, we can customise the experience. You’ll learn safe freediving techniques, how to manage your oxygen, hunt on the ocean floor, and even prepare your catch for a meal. Our approach prioritises hands-on water training over lengthy classroom sessions, ensuring a memorable and educational experience under professional guidance.
Our courses focus on:
By blending instinctive hunting skills with modern knowledge and techniques, the course is designed to make you an effective underwater hunter. You’ll learn everything from freediving basics to advanced spearfishing strategies, including gear usage, species behavior, and environmental awareness, all aimed at maximising your hunting success and sustainability practices.
Spearfishing is a rewarding sport that appeals to those interested in sustainable fishing, underwater exploration, and the challenge of hunting. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our course is designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, ensuring a safe and successful spearfishing adventure.
Our courses attract a diverse group including weekend warriors seeking adventure, surfers looking for calm day activities, anglers desiring a more fruitful catch, and novices eager to learn spearfishing safely. The sport welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and fitness levels, emphasising energy conservation and breath-holding techniques suitable for everyone.
While spearfishing can be pursued year-round, the warmer months from late April to late September offer the most pleasant conditions for beginners, with the highest fish activity. However, we provide courses throughout the year, adapting to the UK’s diverse conditions to ensure a rewarding experience regardless of the season.
Yes, all necessary gear is provided at no extra cost. As UK distributors for leading spearfishing brands, we equip our students with top-tier equipment, including spearguns, knives, apnea wetsuits, freedive fins, and masks, ensuring a premium experience for every participant.
Our courses are designed to equip you for spearfishing in the UK’s variable conditions, teaching you to adapt and thrive regardless of the season. From navigating limited visibility to hunting during colder months, you’ll learn to leverage experience and knowledge to secure catches year-round, truly embodying the spirit of a proficient spearo.
Absolutely! We value our students and offer kit deals and discounts post-course to support your continued spearfishing journey. Our goal is to ensure you’re well-equipped and confident to safely enjoy spearfishing, fostering a lifelong passion for the sport.
About the centre
St Breward, Bodmin
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