04/09/2026
Not being able to equalize head down is one of the most common problems we see especially for scuba divers learning to freedive! Most often, the issue is that the soft palate is remaining closed. If you’re struggling with this problem - watch this clip on gaining control over your soft palate from a Hands Free EQ Masterclass given by Allie Reilly and Lance Lee Davis during Deep Week Dominica.
To see the full FREE workshop, head to the link in our bio “The Deep Week Workshop Library” 🔗
Key takeaways include:
• The anatomy of hands free
• Why your hands free is failing at a certain depth
• Exercises for gaining control of your soft palate
• Exercises for widening your Eustachian tubes