Freedive & Yoga Retreat in Dahab – Beneath the Waves, Beyond the Self
Transform your mind and body with our brand new Freedive & Yoga Retreat in Dahab. Combining traditional Hatha Yoga and freediving, you will learn skills and mental techniques that enhance your life beyond yoga and freediving, building resilience and mindfulness. Perfect for all levels, experience morning yoga sessions and breathtaking freedives in the Blue Hole.
Facts
Group Size
Min. 4, Max. 14
Starting Point
Coral Coast Hotel Dahab | Sharm El-Scheich
Starting Point
Coral Coast Hotel Dahab | Sharm El-Scheich
Next Date
26th October - 1st November & 3rd November - 9th November (Arrival one day before start)
Costs
1 Week (7 nights) = 1550€ Full Trip (15 nights) = 2650€
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This course is the brainchild of Fabi which intertwines freediving and hatha yoga
“In 2018 I began my yoga and freedive journey and it took me some years to start uncovering the close connection between the two. Both activities are physically demanding though the hardest part is the state of mind. As Roberto likes to say: “freediving is a mental sport”. And he is right. My mind is the most difficult thing to conquer while going deep below the water surface. Diving practice but especially breathing and meditation methods help to calm the mind and extend the breath-hold under water. That’s where Hatha Yoga comes in. Different carefully chosen asanas will strengthen the body and enhance flexibility. Long posture holds and sitting meditation will help you build mental resilience, finding clarity, and nurturing a sense of peace that transcends the yoga mat or ocean depths.”
Yoga and diving were the first two activities that Fabi could resume just a few months after his spinal cord injury. Having experienced the transformative power of this combination, Fabi now seeks to offer it to everyone interested in trying something new or enhancing their yoga and diving skills.
What awaits you
Roberto, assisted by his team, will oversee the freedive sessions and theory courses. The course is designed to accommodate both beginners and experienced divers looking to refine their skills. Each buoy will be assigned one instructor for a total of three divers when we are in the water.
Hatha Yoga will be taught by Emilio in the traditional manner as imparted by Acharya Venkatesh in Mysore, India. You will experience the nostalgic old world teaching style which is hard to find nowadays. Focusing on the balance of body, mind and spirit through physical exercises and meditative practices.
Dahab, a charming fishing town on the Sinai Peninsula, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, Dahab is framed by stunning mountain backdrops and the expansive desert. Experience the local Bedouin culture with bustling fruit and craft markets, and warm hospitality. Dahab is renowned for its world-class diving spots like the Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef, with crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life.
This autumn, join our Freediving and Yoga Retreat in Dahab, available for one or two weeks. You can book each week individually or stay for both to go deeper and learn more advanced techniques, with a discount for the two weeks option. Learn more about the two options below in the Trip Infos.
Thom
Happy Customer
Free diving and yoga here in Dahab with the Snowmads crew is like a breath of fresh air! Great crew, super nice people and the instructors? Absolute legends. Yoga & Freediving feels like the perfect combo… will come back ASAP 😊
Meet your Guides
Freediving Coach for National and World Record Athletes
“I grew up in Sicily and I have always had a special connection with the sea. Attracted by the underwater world and wanting to explore more comfortably at depth, in 2018 I took my first freediving course and suddenly understood that freediving would have been my life. In 2019 I moved to Dahab where I currently work and train.
The most powerful tool that freediving taught me, is how to observe myself and the rest that is going on around me in a separate way, with a more calm and deeper approach regarding many aspects in life.”
Traditional Yoga Teacher
Emilio practices and teaches Yoga in the traditional and authentic form as learned from his teacher Acharya Venkatesh from Mysore since 2010. Applying the same rules recommended to the followers of the Yoga path, considering this as a way of self-knowledge and highest expression of human potential to spiritual realization. Different techniques represent tools and fields to manifest our micro-universe vision, observing, comprehending and reshaping our reality to experience new discoveries and perceptions.
On a regular basis, the teaching is applied with the traditional method allowing the student to develop a personified and individual practice suitable to his level and goals. Using only verbal instructions without doing any adjustments and avoiding props. For these reasons, Emilio works with small and heterogeneous groups with the purpose to give constant and full attention to each of them.
Trip Infos
The Package Includes
- 6 days of freedive coaching in and off the water (beginner / advanced) / week
- 7 days of traditional hatha yoga / week
- Asana postures
- Pranayama
- Backbending
- Bandhas
- Lectures on nutrition
- Extras included
- Double room (options for single room/double room + extra bed available, please inquire)
- Breakfast buffet included
- Two week special: Extra advanced diving theory lessons with Roberto (increase your depth with one of the best)
- Not included
- Rental equipment for diving
- Blue Hole diving permit and entrance fee (15€/ day; total 30-50€)
- Dinner (one group dinner will be covered by us)
- Tips for coaches
- Airport Transfer (maximum around 30€ per drive)
Itinerary
First Week: 25th October – 1st November 2024
25th October (Arrival Day):
- Arrival day / check in / diving equipment check
26th October – 1st November (Daily Activities):
- Morning Hatha Yoga
- Freedive Theory Classes
- Pool and Dynamic Apnea Sessions on day 1 and 5
- Blue Hole Diving Day 2,3 & 6,7
- Special Desert Dinner
2nd November (Break Day):
- Time to explore Dahab, go snorkeling, or other activities (No Diving planned)
Departure either 1st evening or 2nd (extra night @ Coral Coast is not included, please let us know in the inquiry form if you want to stay until 2nd)
Second Week: 2nd November – 9th November 2024
2nd November (Arrival Day for Second Group):
- Arrival of new participants check in / diving equipment check
- Optional Diving for two week stays (not included)
3rd November – 9th November (Daily Activities):
- Morning Hatha Yoga
- Freedive Theory Classes
- Pool and Dynamic Apnea Sessions on day 1 and 5
- Blue Hole Diving Day 2,3 & 6,7
- Special Desert Dinner
- Two-Three Advanced Diving Theory Lessons w Roberto 6th November (Break Day):
- Morning Yoga
- Time to explore Dahab, go snorkeling, or other activities (No Diving planned)
Departure either 9th evening or 10th (extra night @ Coral Coast is not included, please let us know in the inquiry form if you want to stay until 10th)
One or two weeks?
One-Week Program:
- Get a solid introduction to both Freediving and Hatha Yoga.
- Possibility to dive towards 20 or even 30 meters.
- By the end of the week, you’ll be equipped with the skills to continue your yoga practice independently.
- Explore Dahab: Enjoy the vibrant local culture and natural beauty of Dahab during your stay.
Two-Week Program:
- Achieve greater depth in both your Freediving and Yoga practice.
- More time allows for deeper relaxation, improved techniques, and greater overall benefits from your practice.
- Benefit from a special price reduction for booking the full two weeks.
- Spend more time exploring and enjoying the unique charm of Dahab and its surroundings.
Following the teaching style from Mysore, India, where our instructor trained, a longer stay significantly enhances the impact and continuity of your practice. In Mysore, the minimum stay is four weeks, making two weeks in Dahab the optimal period to truly immerse yourself and reap the benefits.
Is Freediving risky?
When you start holding your breath for the first times, at a certain point you will feel inevitably some discomforts. What are they triggered from? From your mind and from your body: The mind is surprised, not used to it and starts wandering, in other words: simply starts freaking out. The body notices an increased level of co2 in our blood which causes the urge to breath. High levels of co2 in our body are totally safe, there is no risk of brain damages and no hypoxia or loss of consciousness will be experienced during the courses. Everybody with the right training and guidance can reach a mark of 3/4 minutes dry static breath hold with 2/4 weeks of practice. Trust in your body and relaxation are the keys to success.
What to bring?
Recommended Gear for Your Freedive and Yoga Adventure
- Reusable Water Bottle
- Yoga Mat: If you have your own that you like to bring, feel free to do so; otherwise, mats will be available.
- Comfy, Stretchy Clothes for Yoga
- Towel
- Sun protection
Rental Gear:
If you still need rental gear, please contact us via email. If you already have a feeling that you want to continue diving after this course, it’s a good idea to get your own freediving mask and snorkel. You can either bring these from home (it’s a bit cheaper) or buy them in Dahab.
The same goes for fins: you can get some here, or buy them a bit cheaper at home (consider luggage costs and decide what’s the best option). For the fins, there are many different qualities, but you will need freediving fins.
We recommend at least a 3mm two-piece diving suit. However, a surfing wetsuit (4/3) with a hood works well too. (You can also buy a hood here for around 30€).
Concerning weights, you can bring a belt, but it’s better to rent weights here. (you’ll need around 3-5 kg)
Here is the price list for the rental gear:
Daily :
Full gear 17€ / Wetsuit 12€ / Fins 9€ / Mask + Snorkel 7€ / Weight w. belt 6€ (only Weight 4€)
After 3 days of rent, is 2€less/daily
Arrival
Approach the airport SSH – Sharm el Sheikh
You can find flights from all major cities to SSH and also cheaper options with Easy Jet from MXP or WizzAir from Vienna VIE for example. Contact us, if you need help. Also we can arrange transports from the airport for you. It will be around 30€ / taxi and the drive is a about 1,5h.
If the dates don’t match with flights from your home, let us know. There are many options.
Food
Breakfast buffet at the Coral Coast Hotel is included. Vegetarian meals are available at the Hotel Restaurant or surrounding Restaurants & Bars. After arrival you will get a list of bars, restaurant an cafes that are “safe” and you can explore the colourful cuisine of Dahab also by yourself.
Accommodation
We will stay at the Coral Coast Hotel directly at the ocean which is locally owned by a Bedouin Sheikh and directly supports the local community. You will appreciate the hotel’s commitment to eco-tourism, reef conservation, and use of fresh produce from local farmers. Embracing authentic Bedouin culture, the hotel offers simplicity in its rooms, local cuisine, and decor, providing a truly unique “Dahab” experience. Double (Twin) Superior rooms with breakfast are included in the price. Options for single room/double room + extra bed or a family room are available.
- Single Room Option: +189€ / week & 375€ / full trip
- Premium Room Option @NOUR Boutique Hotel + 500€ / week & 1000€ / full trip (price per room, 1-2 people)
Visa Information
No visa needed for EU citizens when trip is shorter than 15 days. However if you want to travel to Cairo be sure to get a Visa Sticker on the Airport of SSH.
Which Insurance do I need
We recommend you to get a travel insurance.
How to book your trip
- Place your non-binding booking request
- You will receive your personal or group offer + a standard information sheet from us within three days
- Let us know if you want to accept the offer (valid for seven days)
- When you are ready you will immediately receive the travel contract with all further information
- Transfer the 20% advanced payment within seven days (you now have a spot for the trip)
- The remaining amount is due 20 days before the start of the trip (you will receive a reminder email)
