Dominica Training Camp - March 25-31, 2024 - Soufriere, Dominica

DOMINICA TRAINING CAMP - MARCH 25-31, 2024 - SOUFRIERE, DOMINICA 

Our annual Freediving Training Camp is back next year! Dominica is known as "the Nature Island"  is truly an "off-the-beaten-track" spot and one of the most stunning locations for freediving. We like to call it "Jurassic Park" because of its wild and raw nature. 

We'll be having a jam-packed week including our main events: 

1. Freediving every day: Learn to dive deeper and longer on one breath-hold. 

2. Invasive lionfish hunting: Learn to spearfish, prep and cook delicious lionfish. 

3. Island Exploring: Join us on a discovery mission of caves, waterfalls and hot springs. 

4. Kayak Tour & BBQ: Guided kayak tour and evening BBQ. 

1. WHAT'S INCLUDED:

- 7 days of freediving on a professional competition-grade platform

- 7 nights of accomodation (private room or dorm room) at Soufriere's Guesthouse 

- Lunch every diving day (black bean burger or lionfish burger & beverage) 

- Professional coaching and safety from a 300ft freediver (your coach and instructor Luca Malaguti)

- Professional quality photographs and films of diving and experiences

- Evening Kayak Tour and BBQ with local experts from the Soufriere Outdoor Center

- Morning dive sessions (usually 2 hours per session) 

- Access to a dive shop for leaving gear, using showers, bathroom, etc. 

- Theory, yoga,  stretching, snorkeling, reef exploration and island adventuring

- Visualization techniques, meditation and advanced equalization workshop

- Hunting local invasive species (lionfish): learn where to go, how to catch and how to cook!*

- Spearfishing gear, equipment and supplies 

- Group transporation for island exploration and adventuring to waterfalls and canyons!

*To learn more about hunting invasive lionfish in the Carribean and their negative impacts on the marine ecosystem please visit NOAA Fisheries to learn more. 

2. WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:

- Flights to Dominica (depends on individual's schedule and itinerary) 

- Transport from airport to Soufriere, Dominica (depends on individual's schedule and itinerary) 

- Food & drinks (restaurants in town and local grocery store) 

3. OUR ITINERARY AND SCHEDULE:

Day 0 - Arrival Day - We recommend arriving by March 24, 2024 or earlier 

Day 1 - March 25, 2024: Freediving AM + Yoga and hot springs PM

Day 2 - March 26, 2024: Freediving AM + Snorkelling/Spearfishing L'Abysse Wall PM 

Day 3 - March 27, 2024: Freediving AM + Yoga and Volcano Crater Hike

Day 4 - March 28, 2024: DAY OFF - Snorkelling Champagne Reef AM + Waterfalls & Canyon Exploring PM

Day 5 - March 29, 2024: Freediving AM + Snorkelling/Hiking Scott's Head Point

Day 6 - March 30, 2024: Freediving AM + Yoga and meditation/lung gymnastics

Day 7 - March 31, 2024: Freediving AM + Yoga and evening party at Dale's Beach Bar & Spa 

Day 8 - April 1, 2024: Departure Day - Sad to see you leave on this day, but we'll run these every year! 

*Please note we recommend taking one extra day to arrive and leave. 

4. COSTS:

We offer three options based on accomodation. Dorm room, private room and private room shared by a couple (i.e. 2 persons). 

1. Shared dorm room - Single Person: 1,350 $CAD + GST

2. Private room - Couple (Note this price is per person in the couple): 1,450 $CAD + GST

3. Private room - Single Person: 1,950 $CAD + GST

* Spots are limited (small group size maximum 6-8 persons) so please book early!

** Contact us for the option of providing a deposit to secure your spot. 

5. TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS & REMINDERS:

Requirements for Entry to Dominica:

- Abide by Government of Dominica entry requirements (Canadians have no problem visiting up to 3 months)

- Be fully vaccinated and arrive with proof of vaccination (will be easier for entry) 

- Follow Travel Protocols for Vaccinated Travelers

- More information for travelling to Dominica during COVID-19 (CLICK HERE)

- Visit Government of Canada Travel Advice for Dominica

- Visit Government of Canada vaccine and medical advice for Dominica

Best way to get to Dominica from Canada: 

1) From Vancouver/Calgary: Through Chicago airport(s), then San Juan (SJU), then to Dominica (DOM)

2) From Toronto/Montreal: Through New York airport(s), then San Juan (SJU), then to Dominica (DOM) 

Best way to get from Dominica Airport (DOM) to Soufriere: 

1) Private taxi directly to Soufriere from airport (c. 50-60 USD) 

2) Shared bus to Roseau Town (5 USD) and then shared bus (or taxi) to Soufriere (2 USD for bus) 

**You will ask to be dropped off at Soufriere Guesthouse (well known place) 

6. WHAT TO BRING:

1. Freediving wetsuit (2-piece wetsuit either 1.5mm or 3mm is recommended)

2. Mask, snorkel and fins

3. Weight-belt and weights (can be provided as well)

4. Neckweight (personal preference of course) 

5. Light raingear and breathable clothes (a warm sweater is also advisable) 

6. Light hiking boots, plenty of shorts and t-shirts

7. Sun protection and mosquito protection

8. Head-lamp is recommended

7. WEATHER & CONDITIONS:

> In March the humidity is less and far more comfortable for walking around

> Air temperature ranges from high of 30 to low of 20 Degrees Celsius at night

> Water temperature in Soufriere can vary from 26 to 27 Degrees Celsius 

> Usually sunny, with occasional rains 

8. CONTACT US:

Sea to Sky Freediving Co.

Email: info@seatoskyfreediving.com

Cellphone (WhatsApp): +1-236-777-4956

Hope to see you there this March 2024. 

 - Luca & The Team