Deep Side Freedive Chat

Deep Side Freedive Chat

At our core, we’re a passionate group of freedivers based in the breathtaking Pacific Northwest. Whether it’s the thrill of competitive diving or the adventure of spearfishing, we’re dedicated to exploring the depths of the underwater world. Join us as we dive deep, sharing and discovering the endless wonders and knowledge that the incredible world of freediving has to offer.

Episodes

March 21, 2025 16 mins

Kurt Taguma, owner and operator of Maui Sporting Goods, takes some time to share his insights on safety for our Spring into Safety effort. With over 40 years of experience as a spearfisher and decades running one of Hawaii's top dive shops, he has a front-row view of the current dive scene and the next generation of divers. He’s graciously lent his time and expertise to this project, helping us promote safety and build a more inf...

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Spring is around the corner, and it's time to warm up your safety reflex. In our 'Spring into Safety' series, divers share personal experiences to raise awareness and remind everyone to dive safely. One diver reflects on his time spent free diving and spearfishing in Louisiana, and the impact of losing his old dive partner in a tragic scuba diving accident after moving to Washington. This story serves as a powerful reminder of the ...

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Today we welcome Christina Sours, a world ranking freediver, insructor, and member of Team USA. We are catching her just as she returned from CMAS competition in Greece after a deep drop. A perfect time to discuss the world of competitive free diving and recounting her recent experiences. If you are interested in competing or just generally curious go check out CMAS and AIDAs programs. Who knows, you may find youself in competiti...

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Welcome back to Deepside Freedive Chats! This is session two! Today we dive into what it means to be a good dive buddy and partner. Safetying and a buddy system is crucial to free diving safely and to maximize fun! We cover a wide range of aspects that make a successful partner and talk through anecdotal experiences - good and bad - that will hopefully help others on their diving journies. Let's dive in! ____ Jana Strain Fre...

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In this deep side session we touch on harvesting fish and sea life for consumption. Inosia reflects on his experiences as a spearo and food gathering enthusiast. Sustainability, regulations, safety, and tips are on top of mind! Remember! Know before you go! Be able to ID your target species before you hunt or gather. If you are uncertain, then it is a NO. Regulations are your friend and are available online or via app through the...

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Join us for our first open format discussion on all things freediving! Pacific Northwest local divers cover safety, gear, spearfishing, and more. Jana Strain is a nationally recognized freediving competitor and record holder and certified instructor. Ben McElroy is a passionate freediver on track to becoming an instructor. Inosia (Jr) Pati is a life long spearo hailing from Oahu, HI. Wendy Mironov is a surfer, a freediver, and a sp...

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