Kona Freedivers

06/17/2024

Ready for the next level? Christopher Funada instructs our level 2 Freediver course July 6-8th

Click the image to view the course schedule and details

Take your freediving to the next level in this 3 day class. Taught by champion freediver Chris Funada.

01/27/2024

Come on by the shop and check out our latest (beautiful) merch from RIFFE International. We've been itching to get our gloves on some of their product for a while now.

Shoutout to Christopher Funada for making the connection. Thanks funads, you da best 👊

01/05/2024

Looking to up your underwater photography game? This specialty course is designed to teach any certified freediver how to become more adept underwater with a camera.

Check availability at:
https://www.innovationbound.com/private/freediving-photography-adventures

11/08/2022

Kona Freedivers now offers spearfishing courses. Join local spearfishing expert and freediving champion Chris Funada to up your spearfishing game. Max 4 students per class. *Must have a level 1 certification.

Upcoming course Dates:
November 19-20th
January 28-29th
February 25-26th

https://www.konafreedivers.com/spearfishing-course

05/16/2022

Do you have friends or family that haven't yet gotten certified? 1/2 of the ocean related deaths in Hawaii are from freediving. Get enrolled now to practice better, safer diving.

Sign up now while spots remain!
https://freedivesafe.org/events/basic-freediving-safety-program-hilo-2-2-907-713-977/

05/13/2022

In this blog we highlight some of the best spots to freedive on the BIg Island of Hawaii. And because Hawaii's best freediving is here on the Big Island these are some of the best spots to freedive in all of Hawaii.

For the Ultimate guide on where to Freedive Hawaii's Big Island :
https://www.konafreedivers.com/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-freediving-hawaii-s-big-island

The top freediving spots on Hawaii's best island for freediving.

03/17/2022

Get more fish! - Spearfishing Class

Kona Freedivers is Hosting a spearfishing course taught by the course's creator and master spearo John Dornellas. You must be a currently certified Fii level 1 or PFI freediver. This one day course will be held on March 28th. Only 3 spots left!

Sign up now:
https://www.konafreedivers.com/freediving-training

Find John on Instagram

12/17/2021

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

11/29/2021

Breath-up for statics...... Ready. Set. Play dead.

11/24/2021

Come and get it 😎

11/11/2021

Same amazing new products just arrived. Great values for the money. Check out the latest new freediving & spearfishing floats that just arrived in stock! We are often posting reviews of new gear when they become available in stock. Check out our you tube channel and subscribe for the latest in gear and how-to's.

The holidays are just around the corner 🎅🏽

For more floats check out our Youtube playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRqdtg03RAc&list=PLF4Kod1GAZGFUFCCEM4_Eoimq3YN7Cp6S

11/11/2021

We just got a round of new floats in stock. Check out our videos on these great new float options. Christmas is right around the corner!

To See all of the floats we carry visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRqdtg03RAc&list=PLF4Kod1GAZGFUFCCEM4_Eoimq3YN7Cp6S

09/25/2021

Check out our latest freedive episode when we headed North of Kona to Puako!
https://youtu.be/IDfkuCo53q0

In this freedive adventure, Byron and Zaz head North of Kona to Puako to check out one of the best freediving spots to freedive Big Island. Puako is known to...

09/24/2021

Aloha friends! Please note, we have temporarily changed our hours from 9am-5pm. Open everyday 🤙

09/22/2021

Are We For the Right Fit For You?

Visit this link to Apply:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6ZoaM4YeNkaUcLKMv1ylP33XXj5-WOhYD04Vm6mb54gpKzA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You are the front lines of Kona Honu Divers. You are often the first and last point of contact for guests. It’s your role to develop relationships and maintain the communication between guests and other staff. We are looking for a person that has an outgoing aloha attitude, is self-motivated, team-oriented, proactive and has a superior work ethic.

What do employees have to say about working here? - https://bit.ly/Kona-Honu-Divers-Testimonials

- If you don’t love meeting new people and talking about diving you won’t enjoy working here
- You must have a solid grasp of the space-time continuum (Being in the right space at the right time)
- Do you love being in the ocean? Then you will love working here!

About the Job:

About us - https://www.konahonudivers.com/hawaiis-best-scuba-diving-company.htm

Walk-through the Shop
https://www.konahonudivers.com/products.htm

About the owner - https://www.konahonudivers.com/byron-kay---owner-of-kona-honu-divers.htm

Our Awesome Youtube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB-llhdiCeUzmUWNTcRNXXA

Essential Functions

Providing outstanding guest service
Selling charters and retail items
Supporting customers in person, on the phone, and online
Informing customers of charters and products we offer
Selling, promoting, up-selling services and retail items
Providing solutions that maintain guest satisfaction and company integrity
Ensuring the sales floor, displays and products are clean and attractive
Cashiering
Merchandising and restocking

Skills & Qualifications

Must have a sincere desire to help people
Motivated
Goal Oriented
Love of the ocean
Scuba certified
Excellent guest service and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively - both oral and written
Ability to interact in a courteous and professional manner with guests
Establishing and maintaining a cooperative and productive work relationships
Computer literate
Ability to troubleshoot customer issues
Ability to multitask
Eager to learn
Groomed appearance and well mannered
Ability to lift and move 50lbs
Flexible schedule - including weekends and holidays
Must have proof of a COVID vaccine

We'd love to hear from happy people like you (unless you are a troll, a whiner, chronically late, or perpetually angry). Please do not apply if this is you

Best,

Byron Kay, Owner

Schedule:

6:45am - 5:00pm
7 days a week
Job Type:

Full-time
Employee

09/21/2021

Check out our latest freedive adventure video when Kona Freedivers went to California!
https://youtu.be/7As8eVdoFeE

Are you trying to figure out where to freedive in San Diego, California? Look no further. La Jolla Cove is one of the best places to freedive in California. ...

08/15/2021

When we say we do custom freedive suits, we truly mean custom...go on, challenge us with your dream suit.

Freediver in their new neon custom suit: Ward

📷 By the talented Smerge

08/02/2021

Wetsuit Blowout!

Get them while they last . . .

07/30/2021

Custom wetsuits might be a little bit addictive....check out Zoe's latest custom suit from Bestdive! Swing by Kona Freedivers to get crazy and colorful with your custom wetsuit!

https://youtu.be/Sv79bOcaXME

Zoe just picked up a new womens freediving wetsuit from Bestdive, a company that makes bespoke suits. At 6 feet (1.83 meters) tall Zoe is a good candidate fo...

07/28/2021

Freediving Instructor and all around badass Christopher Funada attempted 3 new freediving records. Here's what actually happened . . .

https://youtu.be/4vGP9CSC3VU

Chris Funada is on a tear to collect new freediving records while they are still available. In one 3 day streak he gathers friends in Kona, Hawaii to help at...

07/28/2021

Our spearfishing pro Conor Haligan talks story about his Terrrible Horrible No Good Very Bad Day with Mike Friggin Hong and his brother Derek.

https://youtu.be/D3AoTbfIIbA

While spearfishing Hawaii, Conor Haligan has a knack for getting into some precarious situations but let's be honest sometimes luck is just not in our favor....

07/21/2021

Instructor Chris Funada is on a tear to set new US national records. Can he hold his breath long enough to set the US Static Apnea record?

https://youtu.be/BDZBcvGMib0

hris Funada saw an opportunity to set a static apnea record so he went for it. A number of record are up for the taking in the united States so Chris has bee...

05/26/2021

This is the highest paying freediving position in Hawaii

Are we the right fit for you?

Our dive guides are the makers and molders of the experience we sell. Your role is to both entertain and delight our customers with aloha while ensuring a safe diving experience for all. As a guide assigned to take care of your customers you are expected to be there for them at all times while on the boat. This includes chatting and getting to know them and their preferences.
What do employees have to say about working here? - https://bit.ly/35sds8E
About the Job:

About us - https://www.konahonudivers.com/hawaiis-best-scuba-diving-company.htm
Dive shop walk-through - https://www.konahonudivers.com/products.htm
About the owner - https://www.konahonudivers.com/byron-kay---owner-of-kona-honu-divers.htm
Our Youtube Channels

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrJGtYRur54gnK82ZlRxCSA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi4rYm-wCyOw9U723YPkdYw
Essential Functions:

Teach courses in accordance with Fii agency standards
Prepare all equipment, paperwork, and materials to conduct classes
Generate and complete required documentation according to Fii agency and company expectations
Maintain a professional and orderly classroom environment
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and practices
Must possess the ability to communicate and connect with people easily
Qualifications:

Currently certified in First Aid & CPR, as defined by agency specifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be willing and able to work in a collaborative setting with a diverse group of internal and external customers
Must be willing to perform random Drug Screenings to satisfy coast guard requirements
Physical Requirements:

Strong Swimming ability.
Must be able to work in various physical environments & conditions.
Ability to maintain control of a group of at least 6 students and perform rescues in or out of water as necessary
Ability to load and unload scuba tanks and equipment repeatedly over a long period of time, up to 50lbs
Ability to bend and squat
Ability to climb ladders while carrying 50 lbs
Freedive Guide

We provide what we call "valet" service.
Snorkel groups are kept small and personal with a low customer to guide ratio for snorkelers and freedivers
Brief customers on operation of all rental gear provided.
Provide snorkelers/freedivers with a dive site briefing following company guidelines for each new site including all points of interest as well as safety hazards or potential hazards due to weather and environmental factors.
Debrief snorkelers with what animals were seen and ask how the experience was. Work through issues and take into account for following snorkel
We do the heavy lifting. This includes bringing and setting up a float for them to use as a rest/safety device.
Go above and beyond. Happy customers come back, send their friends, tell the internet about us, and tip more...$
Report to the captain while on board and report to the General Manager while on shore
Look after the customer’s safety in and out of the water. This should be your first consideration before any others. Their well being is paramount to our livelihood.
Requirements:

Keep a professional appearance
Strong communicator that is able to connect with guests easily and in a professional manner
Maintain current CPR/EFT/O2 training
Must be willing to perform random Drug Screenings to satisfy coast guard requirements
Skills/Qualifications:

Must have a sincere desire to help people
Motivation
Goal-Orientated
Detailed
A coachable attitude
Have great attitude and a desire to learn
We'd love to hear from happy people like you (unless you are a troll, a whiner, chronically late, or perpetually angry). Please do not apply if this is you

Best,

Byron Kay, Owner

Schedule:

7:00am - 6:00pm any day
Job Type:

Full-time
Part-time
Employee
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
https://konahonudivers.com/covid-19/