In a world saturated with stress and constant stimulation, finding a practice that not only nurtures physical health but also brings a sense of calm to the mind is invaluable. Freediving - exploring underwater depths on a single breath, is a holistic journey that goes beyond the aquatic realm. In this post, I will explain the many benefits that freediving can have on both your body, and your mind.

Komodo National Park, nestled amidst the stunning Flores and Komodo Islands, has long been recognised as a haven for ocean enthusiasts. Having recently embarked on our first freediving adventure through this World Heritage Site, I can confirm that Komodo is a freediver's heaven on Earth. In this post, I will give you five compelling reasons why this destination should be at the top of your freedive bucket list.

I’m often asked by new freedivers what gear I would recommend, so in this post I will talk you through all the things you need to consider when you are getting kitted out for freediving, including how to check that a mask fits correctly, what the differences are between plastic, composite and carbon fins, how to ensure you are correctly weighted for a dive and what wetsuits are best for freediving.

As a freediver and underwater photographer, one of my favourite things to do when I’m in the ocean is to sink silently beneath the surface, hold on to a rock whilst staying completely still, and watch the ocean come to life around me. With freediving you don’t feel like an observer looking in on another world, you feel as though you are part of it. In this post, I will talk you through my top five marine life encounters, how to have respectful interactions, and the best spots to find them.

Winter has always been my favourite time to freedive. I learned early on that if you’re willing to brave the chilly winter waters of Sydney, you will be rewarded with some of the best conditions and marine interactions you could hope for. From crystal clear waters to gaint cuttlefish mating rituals to humpback whales - there really is no better time to freedive.

I discovered the majesty of the Australian giant cuttlefish when I first began to explore Sydney’s shores whilst freediving. After doing a bit of research to find out about these elusive creatures, I learnt about an unusual phenomenon that takes place during the winter months, where hundreds of thousands of giant cuttlefish swarm the rocky shallows of a remote South Australian coastal town in order to fight it out for a mate. Finding out that this was the only known gathering of cuttlefish in such high numbers, I was eager to witness it for myself.

Recently I packed my thickest wetsuit and headed to, arguably, Australia’s best dive location - Kilsby Sinkhole in Mount Gambier, South Australia. Little did I know that this dive site was one of many otherworldly locations that occupy the Limestone Coast. In this post, I will talk you through some of these magical spots, which have quickly made it to the top of my list of favourite places to freedive.

Freediving - a risky, extreme sport or an ancient, meditative practice? The perception of freediving has evolved dramatically in the last few years. In this post, I will explore seven of the best reasons to delve into the world of freediving. So if you’re umm-ing and ahh-ing about whether or not to take the plunge, read on!

If you’re looking for a reason to start freediving or jump back in the water after a La Niña induced hiatus, then look no further. In this blog, I will talk you through some of my favourite diving spots right here in New South Wales - home to, arguably, some of the best diving experiences in Australia.