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 . . .