Courses

Beginner Freediver Course (AIDA 2)

This course is specifically designed for individuals with prior snorkeling experience who are comfortable navigating both above and below the water's surface. You may commence your AIDA 2 training as a complete beginner – this program provides a thorough foundation in essential techniques and safety measures.

It encompasses comprehensive theoretical instruction alongside practical sessions, enabling you to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for safe and enjoyable freediving. Master advanced breathing techniques, delve into diaphragmatic breathing, and prepare to take an unprecedented deep breath! Upon completion of this course, you will be equipped with the expertise to safely dive to depths of up to **20 meters**.

Course Summary

Theory:

• Physics and Physiology
• Breathing and Relaxation
• Depth, pressure and equalization
• Freediving disciplines
• Buddy & safety procedures

Practical sessions:

• Breath holding sessions, to learn breathing and relaxation techniques.
• Dynamic apnea sessions: horizontal underwater swimming, to learn how to move efficiently in water.
• Open Water freediving sessions: vertical diving techniques including buddy & rescue procedures
• Practical sessions focus on getting to know yourself & your buddy, and how to prepare and make the most of your training sessions.

By the end of the course, students will be able to hold their breath for at least 2 minutes, swim 40 meters in dynamic apnea and perform comfortable dives to between 14 and 20 meters depth.