Upcoming COURSES + Events
DEF Atlanta Grand Opening
Designed for all levels of athletes, corporate leaders, and high-performing individuals to develop mental focus, help manages stress, strengthen water confidence, and build efficient breathing techniques through enhancing water confidence and breathwork.
The Deep End Fitness™ was developed from techniques and methodology from elite military’s water survival training, evidence-based science, and most importantly real-life experience training thousands of people over the past 10 years.
We utilize the operating system of F.R.E.E. (Focus, Relaxation, Economy of Motion, and Efficient Breathing).
Safety is the number one priority. All DEF training is to be conducted under the supervision of a lifeguard and/or a fully trained and qualified safety instructor, at a minimum a buddy/guardian is required for any underwater training.
Deep End Hawaii SESSIONs
Designed for all levels of athletes, corporate leaders, and high-performing individuals to develop mental focus, help manages stress, strengthen water confidence, and build efficient breathing techniques through enhancing water confidence and breathwork.
The Deep End Fitness™ was developed from techniques and methodology from elite military’s water survival training, evidence-based science, and most importantly real-life experience training thousands of people over the past 10 years.
We utilize the operating system of F.R.E.E. (Focus, Relaxation, Economy of Motion, and Efficient Breathing).
Safety is the number one priority. All DEF training is to be conducted under the supervision of a lifeguard and/or a fully trained and qualified safety instructor, at a minimum a buddy/guardian is required for any underwater training.
Miami INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
LOCAL TIME: 8:00am
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
OCEANSIDE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
Chicago INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
16th June - INTRO TO DEF - chicago
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
Miami INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE June 22nd
LOCAL TIME: 8:00am
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
Miami INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
AUG 17 - IRVINE INSTRUCTOR COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Instructor Screener
- DEF Skills Seminar
- Written test (25 multiple choice and short answers)
-Practical application (coaching and instructing)
SCREENER:
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-CEU credits for Cross Fit (Approved provide program)
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
Date:January 26, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Deep End Fitness
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Spaces Left: 20 Capacity: 20
5th MAY - INTRO TO DEF - Rancho Simi
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
Operation Resilience is sponsoring this event to be free for veterans.
Please email don@utlnation.com for code access.
Austin INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
All registered persons will receive the instructor manual ahead of time, and Deep End Fitness foundational curriculum will be covered ahead of the Sunday in-person screener during a 90-minute Zoom session. Please prepare for a 90-minute, uninterrupted Zoom call on Saturday, May 4th at 10:00 am CST.
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
H2O HYBRID GAMES BY DEEP END FITNESS
Introducing the H2O Hybrid Games (H2024) by Deep End Fitness.
Get your team of 3 ready! On April 27 in Coronado, California, we’ll be running a full hybrid competition with 4 events:
Track
Field Functional Fitness
Pool
Combo
Divisions: Men (Rx), Women (Rx), Coed (Rx, Scaled)
Race Director: Commissioner Laura Gordon
Hosted with Deep End Fitness San Diego
Date/Time: Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Brian Bent Memorial Aquatics Complex BBMAC (818 6th St, Coronado, CA 92118)
Athletes: Teams of 3 (Capacity 68 Teams)
Pricing: $450/Team (March 1), $525/Team (April 1), $600 (April 27)
21st April - DEF WORKSHOP - Cocoa Beach
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
DEMO COCOA BEACH
Professional Led Hybrid Workshops With a Focus On Strength & Conditioning of Both Mind & Body.
20th April - INTRO TO DEF - Wilmington, NC
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
20th April - INTRO TO DEF - Tukwila, WA
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
WILMINGTON INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
Miami INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
30th MAR - INTRO TO DEF - Temple Terrace
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
FEB 25 - MESA INSTRUCTOR COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Instructor Screener
- DEF Skills Seminar
- Written test (25 multiple choice and short answers)
-Practical application (coaching and instructing)
SCREENER:
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-CEU credits for Cross Fit (Approved provide program)
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
Date:January 26, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Deep End Fitness
,
Spaces Left: 20 Capacity: 20
11th Feb - INTRO TO DEF - ALBANY
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
10th Feb - INTRO TO DEF - MIwok
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
27th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - Miami
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
27th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - Miami
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
Jan 25 -Shot Show x DEFLV
A workout focused on Breathwork, Strength & Conditioning, Water Confidence.
21ST JAN - INTRO TO DEF - DES MOINES
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
20th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - DES MOINES
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
Jan 14 - GORUCK X DEF Beach WORKOUT
A workout combining functional movements with open water swims. Join us for a fun morning of GORUCK sandbag movements, beach runs, and ocean swims.
Jan 13 - INSTRUCTOR SESSION (CURRENT INSTRUCTORS ONLY)
A workout highlighting the best practices of instructor, focused on Breathwork, Strength & Conditioning, Water Confidence.
Jan 13 - GORUCK POOL WORKOUT
A workout highlighting the Go Ruck equipment, focused on Breathwork, Strength & Conditioning, Water Confidence.
OCEANSIDE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
10th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - Oviedo
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
OVIEDO INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE COURSE
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
-Pass Instructor Screener
-DEF Skills Seminar (highly recommended)
SCREENER:
MUST PASS DAY OF TRAINING
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
-CPR certified
9th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - ST CLOUD FLORIDA
This is a beginner to intermediate level demo of the Deep End Fitness Training Methodology. We will work on breath work, water survival skills, movements in and out of the water, and mindset.
9th JAN - INTRO TO DEF - Oviedo
This is a beginner to intermediate level demo of the Deep End Fitness Training Methodology. We will work on breath work, water survival skills, movements in and out of the water, and mindset.
18th DEC - INTRO TO DEF - VERMONT
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
17th DEC - INTRO TO DEF - New Jersey
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com
DEC 17 - New Jersey INSTRUCTOR Course
COURSE LENGTH: 8 Hours (Includes 1 Hour Lunch Break)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Instructor Screener
- DEF Skills Seminar
- Written test (25 multiple choice and short answers)
-Practical application (coaching and instructing)
SCREENER:
-300m swim < 6min
-50m underwater crossover
-50m 10lb brick tow
-5min continuous bobs in 12-ft deep end
BENEFITS:
-DEF community member
-Instructor T-shirt
-CEU credits for NASM & AFAA
-CEU credits for Cross Fit (Approved provide program)
-Ability to work DEF sessions as an instructor
-Ability to license the DEF name & brand
Date:December 17, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Deep End Fitness
,
Spaces Left: 20 Capacity: 20
16th DEC - INTRO TO DEF - NEW YORK CITY
THIS DEMO WILL COVER
Mindset & Breath work
Deep End Fitness movements & water-based training exercise
Stress Management
The Demo is open to everyone regardless of water background or fitness level. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. Our instructor staff will guide you through every step, regardless of ability.
If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to:
operations@utlnation.com