PFI Basic Freediver
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
Course prerequisites
- Swimming or snorkeling experience
- Good health and fitness
- 10 years of age with guardian permission
Minimum completion requirements
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