Level 1 Freediver POOL ONLY

During this course, key academic information is first explained in a classroom setting and then practiced in a controlled confined water environment.

The training for students consists of safety and problem management, proper freediving gear selection, fundamentals of breathing techniques for freediving, understanding of freediving physics and physiology and how these components affect their technique and performance during freediving activities.

Participants are trained to hold their breath up to 3 minutes and establish the foundation for proper freediving techniques and safety.

 

• Level 1 Safety & Problem Management
• Freediving Equipment
• Physics and Physiology for the Level 1 Freediver
• Correct Breathing for Freediving
• Breath-Hold/Static Apnea Technique Development
• Confined Water Technique Development

Course Duration:
1-day program. Minimum 4 hours of academic work and 3 hours of confined water training (varies per location and class).

Prerequisites:
Competent swimming skills

Age Requirement:
Participants must be 16 years or older

Equipment:
Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, weights and timing device

Learning Materials:
FII Level 1 Freediver manual and workbook. Course materials are provided by the instructor at the beginning of each course.