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Our Mission & Vision - FreediveSafe! Hawaii

OUR MISSION & VISION

Together, We Can Prevent
Freediving & Spearfishing Deaths

In Hawaii, throughout the Pacific, and worldwide.

Our Mission

To provide lifesaving freediving and spearfishing safety training to all of Hawaii’s local communities.

As a Hawaiʻi DOE-approved vendor, we bring freediving and spearfishing safety education to schools, helping students build ocean awareness and learn safety practices that can save lives.

Our Vision

Prevent freediving and spearfishing related deaths In Hawaii, throughout the Pacific, and worldwide.

We envision a future where every ocean enthusiast is equipped with the knowledge to dive safely, recognize dangers, and respond effectively to emergencies—creating a global culture of ocean safety.

WHAT DRIVES US

Our Core Values

These principles guide every decision we make and every program we deliver

Community First

Every person in Hawaii’s ocean community deserves access to life-saving safety knowledge

Prevention Through Education

Knowledge and awareness are the most powerful tools for preventing ocean tragedies

Accessible to All

Free training and resources ensure no barrier stands between people and safety

Cultural Respect

Honoring Hawaii’s rich ocean traditions while advancing modern safety practices

ABOUT US

Who We Are

FreediveSafe! Hawaii was founded in response to the rising number of deaths in freediving and spearfishing across the Hawaiian islands.

Our team comprises freediving professionals, record holders, and subsistence spearfishermen who understand both the beauty and the dangers of breath-hold diving.

We focus on making modern safety training accessible to ocean communities throughout Hawaii, combining traditional knowledge with evidence-based emergency response protocols.

3200+

Students Trained

All Islands

Statewide Reach

HOW WE SERVE

Our Impact Areas

Safety Training

Comprehensive freediving and spearfishing safety programs delivered to schools and communities across all Hawaiian islands

Community Presentations

Public awareness events, workshops, and demonstrations to educate families and ocean enthusiasts

Ocean Advocacy

Promoting responsible ocean ethics through sustainable fishing practices, taking only what is needed, and respecting local regulations.