Article Series
Dive Melbourne
The complete local guide to freediving in Melbourne and Victoria — dive sites, courses, instructors, and tips for diving in cold water.
7 articles in this series
Complete Guide to Freediving in Melbourne: Training, Providers & Safety
Your comprehensive guide to freediving Melbourne — training locations, provider comparisons, safety considerations, and how to evaluate instruction quality in Victoria.
Best Freediving Locations in Melbourne & Victoria: A Complete Guide
Your independent guide to freediving locations around Melbourne — pier dives, boat sites, and freshwater training spots with honest assessments of conditions, skill requirements, and safety considerations.
Melbourne Freediving Courses Compared: An Independent Guide (2025)
An independent comparison of Melbourne freediving training providers including Salt Sessions, Freediving Family, Drifters Freediving, and Scubabo — what to look for, questions to ask, and red flags to avoid.
PADI vs Molchanovs Freediving Courses in Melbourne: Which Should You Choose?
A practical comparison of PADI and Molchanovs freediving certification systems in Melbourne — key differences, level structures, Melbourne providers, and how to decide which is right for you.
What to Expect from Your First Melbourne Freediving Course
A realistic guide to your first freediving course in Melbourne — what to prepare, what happens during theory, pool, and open water sessions, and how to recognise quality instruction.
Freediving Safety in Cold Water: Melbourne & Victorian Conditions
How cold water changes freediving physiology and practice — hypothermia risks, exposure protection recommendations, session management, and specific safety considerations for Melbourne's temperate waters.
Freediving in Port Phillip Bay: Conditions, Sites & Safety
An in-depth guide to freediving in Port Phillip Bay — understanding tides, visibility, seasonal conditions, marine life encounters, and critical safety considerations for Melbourne's home waters.
