Freediving Courses
AIDA 1
Introduction to Freediving
The first step. You will learn the basic theory of Freediving and how to prepare yourself for a breath-hold dive. This course is designed to be an introduction to freediving for a complete beginner. It aims to help the student develop basic skills, knowledge and safety procedures necessary to enjoy freediving safely and to respect their limits.
Content:
Theory - Equipment, Safety
Breathing for freediving – Breathing exercises, Relaxation
Equalisation – The need to equalise and basic equalisation techniques
Safety for freediving - Avoiding and reacting to blackout and loss of motor control, Buddying
Technique - Finning / Duck diving
Duration & Requirements:
Duration: 1 Day
Requirements: (targets, not mandatory) 1:15 min Static, 25m Dynamic, 8m Constant Weight
Prerequisites: 100m swimming non-stop or 200m swimming non-stop using fins, mask and snorkel. Be 18 years of age or older (16 years with parent or guardian consent)
Equipment:
Wetsuit (5mm minimum)
Diving fins
Snorkel
Face-mask
These can be rented on the day at the course location.
Availability & Booking
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“Freediving is not a sport, it’s a way to understand who we are.”
— Natalia Molchanova
