PFI Basic Freediver

New to Freediving

This program teaches freediving techniques for comfortable enjoyment in the aquatic world to depths of 10m. You will also practice Static Apnea to help develop your breath-holding abilities and in-water comfort.

The objective of this course is to train individuals in the benefits, skills, techniques, safety and problem management for beginning Freediving to a depth of 10 metres, with basic level static apnea development of 1:00 minute at a minimum and an optional dynamic apnea development of 10 metres.

The course will cover topics such as:

  • Essential safety procedures for breath-holding at the Basic Freediver Level
  • Proper breathing techniques for freediving and snorkeling
  • Confined water skill development
  • Open Water skill development
  • Equalization for depth diving
  • Equipment for freediving and snorkeling
  • The fundamental physics and physiology of freediving

Some of the skills you will be able to perform at the end of the PFI Basic Freediver course are:

  • Safety skills as a buddy
  • Perform a 1:00 minute static breathhold in the pool with opportunity to increase to maximum capacity
  • Dive with proper technique to a max of 10 meters constant weight and free immersion with proper recovery breathing
Standards and Procedures

Course prerequisites

  • Swimming or snorkeling experience
  • Good health and fitness
  • 10 years of age with guardian permission

Minimum completion requirements

Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning planning and execution.
Achieve a passing score of 80% on the final exam and show 100% knowledge comprehension.
Successfully complete all confined and open water skills

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