Introduction to Freediving

2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

This program is an introduction to the sport.
It covers all the topics of the first day of the Freediver Course.

ACADEMIC SESSION 1

Introduction to freediving and the different disciplines
Familiarization with equipment
Duck-dives – Effective underwater entry technique
Kicking technique
Equalization techniques
Breathing techniques
Recovery breathing
Hydration and diet

AQUATIC SESSION 1

Preparation of equipment
Stretching
Practice of efficient breathing techniques in the water
Free-Immersion dives
Buoyancy Check
Duck dives and kicking technique
Constant Weight dives

* The price includes: insurance, certificate, study material, full diving equipment, transportation to popular dive sites, pictures and videos from the course!

Maximum depth of 12 meters

What's Included

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Ahla Dive School

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

The Freediver Course will enable you to dive comfortably and safely as deep as 20 meters.

Course structure
ACADEMIC SESSION 1
Introduction to freediving and the different disciplines
Familiarization with equipment
Duck-dives – Effective underwater entry technique
Kicking technique
Equalization techniques
Breathing techniques
Recovery breathing
Hydration and diet
AQUATIC SESSION 1
Preparation of equipment
Stretching
Practice of efficient breathing techniques in the water
Free-Immersion dives
Buoyancy Check
Duck dives and kicking technique
Constant Weight dives
Maximum depth of 12 meters

ACADEMIC SESSION 2
Review and feedback from Aquatic session #1
Fine-tuning the breathing technique
Safety considerations, partial-pressure and physiology
Safety and rescue procedures in the water
AQUATIC SESSION 2
Pranayamas and Bandhas – yogic breathing and stretching with application to freediving
Warm up dives
Free-Immersion and Constant Weight Dives
Safety procedures and practice
Buddy team work

Maximum depth 20 meters

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Ahla Diving Center

Tags

Snorkeling
Extreme Sports
Scuba Diving
Whale Watching
On the Water
Dolphin Watching
Swimming
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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