The foundation for breath hold training.

 

Freediving Instructors International (F.I.I.) is the first and only recreational freediving education agency headquartered in the United States. It has an international reputation for upholding the highest safety standards in the industry. The agency was founded by 13-time world-record freediver Martin Stepanek on the core principle of improving the safety and education of recreational freediving, spearfishing, and breath-hold-related activities across the globe.

 
 
β€œβ€œThank you Joe. You have been a great representative and ambassador of what F.I.I. stands for and is all about.””
— Martin Stepanek, Founder of Freediving Instructors International
 
 
 
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LIFESTYLE

From the west coast of Puerto Rico πŸ‡΅πŸ‡·, meet Carlos “Quique” Colberg @quiquecolberg An avid spearo and waterman who trained with us in a recent @fii_freedive Waterman Survival Extended Course. Having been inspired by his Waterman Survi
She’s a free spirit with a wild heart ⚑️ ✨ Surfer and water woman @katie_ims_wilder is the founder of @imsyswimwear and @wilder_retreats She’s an inspiration to many as an entrepreneur, confidently pursuing her passion with an open mind t
There’s no better feeling when you’re in the water doing what makes you happy and knowing that your buddy has your back. @cbrooks006 from Wilmington, NC is exactly that guy and was part of the original @fii_freedive Waterman Survival Exte
#Repost @fii_freedive with @get_repost ・・・ Looking back at some of the FII Waterman Survival courses with Joe Sheridan @watermansurvial and Alex llinas in Rincon, Puerto Rico. Joe has assembled an impressive crew down there, so if you're interested i
Carson in his element. @tainocarson Thanks to a spearfishing trip almost 10 years ago, who would have known it would be the start to what is now the @fii_freedive Waterman Survival program here in πŸ‡΅πŸ‡·. Captain Greg Carson lives a life on the ocean a
The man behind the lens during the @fii_freedive Waterman Survival Extended Courses @el_squid #lifebelowthesurface Capturing moments in time through his images sharing his creativity, humor and passion with his work...making people smile! Anthony is
A great teacher takes a hand, opens a mind and touches a heart. @fii_freedive Instructor Trainer @errolputignafreediving warming up on the line. An exceptional teacher and mentor changing lives with his genuine passion to inspire and help people real
#Repost @errolputignafreediving with @get_repost ・・・ 105 ft (32m) below the surface will reveal a new side of you. Short mental pauses and living in the now will help you clear your mind like you’ve never experienced before. Diver: @watermansu
With no access to the ocean for a while, breathing exercises, stretching and tables are very powerful tools that can be done at home and included in your lifestyle. Here are some photos from a recent class in πŸ‡΅πŸ‡· this past winter showing the negativ
Many new students like @alijones3 reach the max depth of 20m/66’ during the warm ups! Getting to the bottom during the warm ups isn’t necessary or the focus but it does help many students realize that they are quite capable of holding th
It’s about that time...the @fii_freedive Waterman Survival Extended Course Puerto Rico πŸ‡΅πŸ‡· starts next week March 19-22!! @saltyfreediver and I are excited to train with the new students!! πŸ“·: @el_squid #lifebelowthesurface #watermansurvival #
#Repost @chris__hamlet with @get_repost ・・・ Pretty special couple days diving for me this past week. Started spearing in Puerto Rico three years ago with nothing but a mask and tiny gun. I could barely get 10 feet without rushing back to the surface.
@30callesurf and @thefulljar practicing underwater blackout assistance during the @fii_freedive Waterman Survival Extended pool session. Essential life saving skills that should be rehearsed regularly to ensure you’re prepared to help in the ev
See the underwater world from a different perspective. Open your mind to the peace and freedom that exists and discover your natural ability to relax and connect on a single breath. πŸ“·: @el_squid #lifebelowthesurface #watermansurvival #freedomtoexpl
Being prepared to assist in the event of a breath hold related emergency is an essential and perishable skill if not practiced regularly. @fii_freedive instructors demonstrate the skills then supervise the students in the classroom, pool and open oce
Happy Birthday to this amazing woman @dansedare #islamorada #marker88 #makelifeanadventure #thecanaryislands #frenchpolynesianislands #girlswhofreedive #travelcouples #watermansurvival #fii_freedive πŸ“·: @errolputignafreediving @el_squid #lifebelowthe
Happy Birthday to this adventurous waterman @el_squid πŸ€™ The man behind lens for the @fii_freedive Waterman Survival courses all these years and more to come πŸ™ #lifebelowthesurface #watermansurvival #fii_freedive #makelifeanadventure #spearfishing #

JOE SHERIDAN JR.

Joe Sheridan splits his time living in Rincon, PR and Wilmington, NC and travels the east coast as an action sports industry rep. Joe teaches the F.I.I. Waterman Survival Extended Course, Level I and level II Freediving courses, Advanced Freediving Safety and is an Instructor Trainer. Most courses are offered in Puerto Rico throughout the year. To inquire about training or to speak with Joe directly, see contact info.

CONTACT INFO

Joe Sheridan Jr.
F.I.I. Instructor #46
Wilmington, NC
joesheridanjr@gmail.com
Phone: (910) 352-6371