Freediving | Yoga | Coral Conservation



Oh, now we are excited about this one. After many years in the making, we have put together a collaboration we feel proud of, this time in Raja Ampat with Katembe Private Island Resort. This retreat is a special one- it blends our normal freedive lifestyle blueprint with some serious coral restoration.

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Raja Ampat isn’t just another dive spot—it’s the crown jewel of the Coral Triangle and one of the most breathtaking places on Earth to freedive. Crystal-clear water, endless reef systems, and a bounty of marine life make every descent feel like stepping into a BBC Documentary. But it’s more than beauty—Raja Ampat is also a global hotspot for coral conservation, where protecting reefs is just as important as exploring them. Freediving here means not only connecting deeply with the ocean, but also witnessing and supporting efforts to keep this underwater paradise thriving for generations to come.

Our mission is pretty straightforward: get you feeling at home in the water, challenge you just enough to walk away proud, and make freediving feel less like a test and more like second nature. Think relaxed, safe, and way more doable than you might imagine. And here’s the twist—we don’t just dive for ourselves. We also bring freediving into coral restoration, so your practice isn’t only about personal growth, but about giving back to the reefs that give us so much. Our crew is a colorful mix of freedivers, yogis, ocean geeks, and passionate teachers who know that the most meaningful progress happens when you feel supported, inspired, and part of something bigger than yourself.

This retreat is for everyone—whether your relationship with the ocean is diving deep or just double-tapping beach photos. Beginners? Honestly, they’re our absolute favorite to work with. We’re not here to tally depths or times; what matters most is the reset freediving gives you: the calm in your breath, the clarity in your mind, and a grounded confidence you’ll carry long after you leave the water.

 
 
 

What Will You Learn?

In all of our retreats, we go beyond “hold your breath and look at fish.” We dig into the kind of practices that actually make life on land feel better, too. Think:

  • Techniques to handle stress, sleep better, and stop arguing with your own expectations.

  • Tuning into your body and breath so you’re not just surviving dives—or your work week.

  • Practical strategies for navigating learning plateaus (because yes, they happen to everyone).

  • Neuroconservation—aka how freediving can make you care about the ocean in a way that sticks, and how that ripple effect feeds into sustainability.

  • Coral Restoration. How to use all of our new superpowers listed above to give back to the ocean (more on that below).

2 Day Coral Restoration Workshop

As part of this retreat, you’ll also dive into the world of coral restoration—literally. We’ll introduce you to the basics of coral ecology, why reefs are so vital, and how freediving gives us a unique way to care for them. You’ll get hands-on experience with practices like maintaining coral nurseries, planting fragments, and monitoring reef health, all while learning how even small actions underwater can make a big impact over time. The best part? You don’t need to be a scientist to help—just curiosity, respect for the ocean, and the ability to hold your breath. It’s about blending personal growth with ocean stewardship, so that every dive not only brings you calm and confidence, but also leaves the sea a little healthier than before.

 
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What’s Included?

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Accommodation & Food Seven Nights Accommodation in a sustainably built, overwater bungalow equipped with mosquito nets, hammocks, a private balcony and en suite bathroom. Three fresh meals a day will be provided, all inspired with Indonesi

Accommodation & Food

Seven Nights Accommodation in a sustainably built, overwater bungalow equipped with mosquito nets, hammocks, a private balcony and en suite bathroom. Three fresh meals a day will be provided, all inspired with Indonesian cooking style.

Transportation Return transportation from Sorong Airport to the island of Katembe is included, along will all transportation necessary on retreat. Flights to Sorong are not included.

Transportation

Return transportation from Sorong Airport to the island of Katembe is included, along will all transportation necessary on retreat. Flights to Sorong are not included.

Yoga and Mindset Daily Yoga, mindset and meditation classes, focuses on various aspects of relaxation, stress management and practical freediving skills.

Yoga and Mindset

Daily Yoga, mindset and meditation classes, focuses on various aspects of relaxation, stress management and practical freediving skills.

Off Island Excursions Boat trips to the neighbouring areas of Phiyanemo, Arborek and Sawandarak are included- where we will explore the rich life and culture, both above and below the water.

Off Island Excursions

Boat trips to the neighbouring areas of Phiyanemo, Arborek and Sawandarak are included- where we will explore the rich life and culture, both above and below the water.

Freedive Training Freedive training is still an important aspect of this retreat, and we will do our best to provide plenty of training opportunties througout the week. Training will be provided for all levels of freedivers, and those wishing to

Freedive Training

Freedive training is still an important aspect of this retreat, and we will do our best to provide plenty of training opportunties througout the week. Training will be provided for all levels of freedivers, and those wishing to pursue certification will be given the opportunity.

Two Day Coral Restoration Course Learn how to use your freediving skills to save the planet! With the help of the Coral Project on Katembe Island, we learn how to identify, collect and restore corals in areas that need some help. It’s not as eas

Two Day Coral Restoration Course

Learn how to use your freediving skills to save the planet! With the help of the Coral Project on Katembe Island, we learn how to identify, collect and restore corals in areas that need some help. It’s not as easy as it looks, but it is rewarding.

Accommodation & Food

We’re staying at Katembe Private Island Resort, a spectacular eco-resort situated on it’s own island in the middle of Raja Ampat. The overwater bungalows were designed with an earth-friendly design, right down to the minerals used in construction.

Bungalows are equipped with free-flow drinking water, a private terrace overlooking the water, and sunbeds and hammocks to take in the sunset. If being connected to nature is your goal (as it is ours), you have found a place to call home on this island.

Before and after dives, guests will be nourished with delicious meals crafted from fresh, local ingredients and inspired by authentic Indonesian flavors. Think vibrant spices, colorful plates- healthy, satisfying, and made to keep your body fueled and your taste buds happy. All meals are included in the retreat cost.

 

Retreat Dates (2026)

February 09-16 (Limited Spots Available)

Retreat Pricing (per person)

Shared Room

$2,600 USD (~45,000,000 IDR)

A roomy setup for two; perfect if you like having a built-in dive buddy. This is our default rooming accommodation for this retreat.


Private Room

$3,100 USD (~52,000,000 IDR)

Your own cozy space to recharge (and stash your wet gear).

** flights to Sorong are not included.

Are you a Fluid Focus Alumni? Get in touch for our loyalty discount on this retreat.