Freediving
Embark on a journey beneath the waves with the PADI Freediver Course. It’s a mindful practice of discipline, self-discovery, and tranquility. Imagine gliding silently through the water, free of heavy equipment, and staying as long as your breath allows. If that resonates, freediving is for you.
Course Overview $499
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The PADI Freediver Course includes three key phases:
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Knowledge Development: Study freediving principles via eLearning and an instructor-led class session.
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Confined Water Training: Learn breath-hold techniques, static apnea (goal: 90 seconds), and dynamic apnea (goal: 25m/80ft).
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Open Water Practice: Perform free immersion and constant weight dives (goal: 10m/30ft) and learn essential buddy procedures.
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The course fee covers eLearning, pool fees, open water boat fees, instructor guidance, and certification upon completion.
Why PADI Freediver?
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Knowledge Development: Study freediving principles via eLearning and an instructor-led class session.
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Confined Water Training: Learn breath-hold techniques, static apnea (goal: 90 seconds), and dynamic apnea (goal: 25m/80ft).
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Open Water Practice: Perform free immersion and constant weight dives (goal: 10m/30ft) and learn essential buddy procedures.
** If addition training is needed to complete the course, the cost is $150 per session
What You'll Need
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Swimming Skills: Basic swimming abilities are required.
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Physical Readiness: Freediving demands mental and physical preparation.
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Gear:
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Mask and snorkel
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Fins (freediving fins preferred)
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Elastic weight belt and weights
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Wetsuit (for comfort and buoyancy)
Your instructor will help ensure you have the right equipment for success.
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Meet Your Instructor
Gip has been professionally Freediving since 2019, honing his skills in the cenotes of Riviera Maya, Mexico. Drawn to the crystal-clear waters and the challenge of depth, he later moved to Florida from Arizona for its blue water and to share his passion for Freediving through teaching.
A former Navy veteran, Gip blends discipline, fitness, and breath-hold training to help others unlock their potential in the water. His approach integrates physical, mental, and spiritual growth, making freediving not just a sport but a transformative experience.
