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Available dates:
San Diego, CA
Monday through Friday
All of August and September
All courses come with the necessary gear plus videos and photos taken throughout the duration of the class at no extra charge!
Why Freediving?
Have you ever wanted to challenge yourself both mentally and physically? Change up your swimming game and add a little spice to your workout routine by experiencing a full body sport? Maybe you want to experience the silence of the water, the calmness and euphoria that comes with seeking what your body is capable of. Or you could already be freediving and/or spearfishing and want to take that next step by learning the science and safety behind what we do in case you're ever in a pickle. Freediving is not just a journey, it can be a lifestyle that teaches you valuable lessons that will not only make you a better diver, but can improve your outlook on life. Why not explore what you can do by taking a freediving course?
Discover Freediver
The Discover Freediver course is a two-hour session that invites you to the world of freediving. Curious about the sport, but don't want to fully commit to a full course? This is perfect for those looking to try out freediving equipment and techniques in a low-stress environment. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required. All courses come with videos and photos taken throughout the duration of the class at no extra charge!
Must be at least 12 years old and comfortable in the water. All you have to do is show up and be excited to learn freediving!
$120 (eLearning and gear rental included)
Basic Freediver
The PADI Basic Freediver course is a subset of the PADI Freediver course. It's a great first step for developing solid freediving skills. You learn basic freediving principles and focus on practicing breathhold techniques in a pool or confined water site. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required! All courses come with videos and photos taken throughout the duration of the class at no extra charge!
Must be at least 12 years old and comfortable in the water. All you have to do is show up and be excited to learn freediving!
$400 (eLearning and gear rental included)
Freediver
Freediving is about inner power, discipline and control. If you've always wanted to enter the underwater world quietly, on your own terms, staying as long as your breath allows, then freediving is for you. Taking the PADI Freediver course is your first step toward discovering why freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves. This course consists of an eLearning, a pool or confined water site session, and an open water session where we'll exercise what you've learned! All courses come with videos and photos taken throughout the duration of the class at no extra charge!
Must be at least 12 years old and have adequate swimming skills. Can comfortably swim at least 200meters/yards without swim aids. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.
$450 (eLearning and gear rental included)
Personal Coaching
Want to improve your freediving skills in a one on one session? Need videos as a reference to refine your streamlining form? Then contact us for a personal swim session where we can better address your skills. We will go over anything you'd like to work on and personalize a session just for you whether that's in the pool or in the open ocean.
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Course Outline
Homework
Sign Statement of Understanding, Liability waiver, Diver Medical form
Complete eLearning
Knowledge Review
5-7pm online meeting on a weekday before course
Day 1
Public Pool 8am-2pm
Confined water session: debrief, stretch, go over equipment, safety and proper bifin technique
Day 2 (Freediver Only)
Public Beach 8-11am
Open water session: debrief, stretch, important landmarks and safety, kick out and drop float with line, go over line diving techniques, perform rescues and practice depth.
Equipment: A towel, bathing suit, dry clothes, reusable water bottle, flip flops, freediving bifins, surf wetsuit, two-piece freediving wetsuit, mask and j-snorkel, weights and a weight belt. Have some of these items already? Let us know what you need!
A freediving wetsuit is highly recommended and will be provided for open water sessions.
Medical and Liability waiver forms are required to be signed and submitted before class. A parent/guardian must sign for those under 18 years old.
eLearning is included in these prices and must be completed before the in-person portion.
These courses do not include transportation, lodging, or food and beverage.
We reserve the right to cancel any activity due to unforeseen weather conditions; in the instance we cancel an activity on our end, we will offer a free rebooking.
Must already be a good swimmer to participate in any of our water activities.
Refund Policy: Refunds can only be issued when requested within 48 hours of payment. The cost of eLearning cannot be refunded.