About Deep South
Tasmania's freediving school, dedicated to helping you discover the transformative power of a single breath.
About Deep South Freediving
Deep South Freediving was born from a passion for Tasmania's pristine waters and a deep respect for the ocean. What started as a small group of freedivers exploring the coastline has grown into a thriving community committed to sharing the art and science of breath-hold diving.
We believe freediving is more than a sport—it's a practice that builds mental resilience, physical awareness, and a profound connection with the underwater world. Our mission is simple: provide world-class instruction in a safe, supportive environment where every student can push their boundaries and discover their potential.
From complete beginners taking their first breath-hold to experienced divers chasing personal bests, we're here to guide your journey with expertise, patience, and genuine care.
Our Mission
To grow a safe, supportive freediving community where people of all levels can explore the ocean with confidence, connection, and care. Deep South Freediving exists to empower divers with high-quality training, evidence-based education, and strong safety culture—while nurturing a deep respect for Tasmania's marine environment and the people who call it home.
Our Vision
A thriving Tasmanian freediving community connected by courage, calm, and ocean stewardship—where every diver feels welcome, supported, and inspired to explore their potential. We envision freediving as a pathway to well-being, adventure, and ocean advocacy, with Deep South leading the way in sustainable practice, community engagement, and world-class instruction.
Our Values
Community We grow together. We support each other. We celebrate every dive, every milestone, every moment. Our strength lies in our inclusiveness and the friendships forged underwater and on land.
Safety Safety is our culture—not a rulebook. We teach evidence-based protocols, strong buddy practices, and calm, confident decision-making. Every diver is empowered to speak up, look out for each other, and dive responsibly.
Conservation We honour the ocean that gives us so much. Through education, beach clean-ups, citizen science, and mindful practice, we protect and restore Tasmania's marine environment for future generations.
Accessibility & Inclusion Freediving is for everyone. We welcome all abilities, backgrounds, and levels of experience. No ego, no judgment—just curiosity, courage, and support.
Growth & Mastery We believe in lifelong learning. Through high-quality coaching, progressive training, and personal mentorship, we help divers deepen their skills, confidence, and understanding of the ocean and themselves.
Calm & Presence Freediving teaches stillness. We help divers discover how to rest within their breath, connect with their body, and bring ocean calm into everyday life.
Joy & Adventure Freediving is meant to feel good. We prioritise fun, connection, laughter, and the pure joy of exploring Tasmania's wild waters with great people.
Our Team
Nathan Willliams
Lead Instructor & Founder
PADI Freedive Instructor
15 years of freediving experience
“The ocean doesn't judge your performance—it invites you to be present.”
What Drives Us
At Deep South Freediving, we’re building a safe, supportive, and welcoming freediving community where anyone — from curious beginners to experienced divers — can explore the ocean with confidence, connection, and care. Our purpose is simple: empower people through high-quality training, evidence-based education, and a strong safety culture, while nurturing genuine respect for Tasmania’s incredible marine environment.
We believe freediving is more than a skill — it’s a pathway to wellbeing, adventure, and deeper connection. Our vision is to see Tasmania home to a thriving freediving community grounded in courage, calm, and ocean stewardship. Here, every diver feels supported, inspired, and encouraged to explore their potential.
Our values guide everything we do.
We grow together, celebrating every milestone and every moment.
We treat safety as a shared culture — a commitment we uphold for ourselves and one another.
We honour the ocean through conservation, clean-ups, and mindful practice.
We champion accessibility, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, and levels without ego or judgment.
We pursue growth and mastery, offering progressive coaching and lifelong learning.
We cultivate calm, helping divers rest within their breath and carry ocean stillness into daily life.
And above all, we lean into joy — the laughter, wonder, and community connection that make freediving unforgettable.
This is Deep South Freediving.
A place to learn.
A place to grow.
A place to belong.
Why freediving in Tasmania
Tasmania offers some of the most pristine freediving conditions in the world. From the crystal-clear waters of the East Coast to the dramatic kelp forests of the South, our island provides diverse training environments and unforgettable underwater experiences.
Training locally means you're learning in real conditions—building skills that transfer directly to your ocean adventures right here in your backyard.
Your path to Freediving
Choose the experience that fits your goals—whether you're curious about your first breath-hold or ready to earn your certification.
Pool Training
Perfect your technique in a controlled environment. Master breath-holds, equalisation, and diving fundamentals before taking your skills to open water.
PADI Freediver Certification
Earn your internationally recognised freediving certification. Learn safety protocols, proper techniques, and dive to depths of 16 meters with confidence.
Introduction to Freediving
Never tried freediving before? This discovery session is your gateway. Experience what it feels like to hold your breath underwater in a safe, supportive setting.
Breath Coaching
Unlock your potential through specialised breathing techniques. Improve your breath-hold capacity, reduce anxiety, and enhance performance—in and out of the water.
Join the Deep South Community
Freediving is better together. When you train with Deep South, you're joining a supportive community of ocean lovers who push boundaries and celebrate progress as one.
Connect with experienced freedivers for regular group sessions, find trusted dive buddies for weekend ocean adventures, and access our network for tips, encouragement, and trip planning. We organise social events, explore Tasmania's best dive sites together, and build genuine friendships through our shared passion.
The mental resilience and trust developed through freediving create bonds that extend far beyond the water. You're not just learning a skill—you're finding your tribe.
Dive deeper. Together.
