Duration: 2 days
    Commitment: recreational
    Supervision: Close support
    max depth: 20 meters

    Beginner Freediving Course

    Water lovers welcome to our entry level course, no prior diving experience is needed here. Our instructors will introduce you to the wonderful world of freediving in a relaxed and safe manner. We will help you set solid foundations thanks to a combination of theory and in-water training. So jump in and come enjoy the ocean at it’s purest! Our two days program will provide you with all the knowledge and skills you need to become a certified freediver.

    Prerequisites: 18 years of age or older and able to swim 200m
    Price: 12,500php
    You can pay by cash or by Paypal. Just remember to book early.

    More info

    Our AIDA2 beginner course will give you a chance to discover all 3 freediving disciplines. First you will learn some of the science behind freediving with your instructor. Next you will practice static breath holds where good breathing techniques as well as calm sate of mind and full body relaxation will allow you to extend your breath hold times. In dynamic apnea the goal is to cover the most horizontal distance on one breath. It is the ideal time to work on efficient fining technique and streamlined body position. All of this will help you to prepare for the depth training. There you will learn how to comfortably adjust to the pressure. Which ever part is your favorite, one thing our guests are always impressed with is how easy was their progress thanks to this course.

    Theory

    Theory Pack: Before starting your in-water training, you need basic knowledge about freediving. You can get an early start and study back home at your own pace before showing up in El Nido ready to freedive. To get the access to the student manual, we ask first for a 50% deposit through Paypal.
    Course Orientation: The day before your first day of diving, we’ll be waiting for you at Freediving Dimension for your course orientation. You’ll meet up with your instructor, fill out papers and choose your equipment. We will be happy to answer questions you might have about our operations and you can get some useful tips about El Nido.
    Theory Exam: A quick exam at the end of the course will be the opportunity to summarize all the key learning.

    Time Table

    Day one: relaxation session – static apnea – depth training
    09:00: Theory session
    10:00: Breathing & Relaxation
    11:00: Static breath hold at the pool
    12:00: Lunch & Rest
    14:00: Open Water Session
    16:00: Back at the Center for Debriefing

    Day two: dynamic apnea – depth training – theory exam
    09:00: Theory session
    10:00: Dynamic session
    12:00: Lunch & Rest
    14:00: Open Water Session
    16:00: Back at the Center for the theory exam

    Package

    Our Beginner Freediving course package includes:

      • Full freedive gear
      • AIDA instructive materials
      • AIDA certification card
      • Instructor fee
      • Boat travel
      • Warm lunch made from fresh local ingredients
      • The undivided attention of our friendly dive staff.

    Our package does not include the municipality Eco Tourism Development Fee and it has to be paid in cash. This ticket costs 200php and is valid for 10 days.

    FAQ

    You don’t need to have completed the AIDA1 course before you can join the AIDA2 course. If you are in a hurry and can’t do the full 2 days of the AIDA2 course you might be interested in our AIDA1 course which takes only one day to complete.