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Your comprehensive guide to freediving Melbourne — training locations, provider comparisons, safety considerations, and how to evaluate instruction quality in Victoria.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How cold water changes freediving physiology and practice — hypothermia risks, exposure protection recommendations, session management, and specific safety considerations for Melbourne's temperate waters.

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.