Learn to Freedive —
The Right Way
From your first breath-hold to instructor level
Learn through a clear freediving progression designed to build confidence, safety, technique, and depth over time. We teach one unified system, with certification available through AIDA and Molchanovs depending on the course.
One Learning Journey, Clearly Structured
We do not present AIDA and Molchanovs as two separate systems for you to struggle through.
Instead, we offer one structured freediving education pathway. As you progress, certification may be done through AIDA or Molchanovs depending on the level, but the way we teach remains consistent: safe practice, strong technique, real understanding, and steady development in both pool and open water. For you, that means less confusion and a clearer next step.
Discovery
Beginner
Advanced
Master
Professional
Discovery
AIDA 1
Advanced
AIDA 3 / Wave 2
Professional
Beginner
AIDA 2 / Wave 1
Master
AIDA 4 / Wave 3
A Progression Built For Real Learning
Whether you are completely new to freediving or already working toward advanced depth and rescue skills, our courses are designed to meet you at the right stage. You can begin with a one-day discovery experience, continue into full beginner certification, and progress all the way to advanced and instructor training.
Discovery - 1 Day
AIDA1
AIDA1 is the ideal first step into freediving. It is designed for complete beginners who want a safe, structured introduction to breath-hold diving both on land and in the water.
You will learn the basic principles of breathing, physiology, safety, and technique, then experience confined water practice and an open water session up to 10 metres.
Best For:
First-timers, curious beginners, and anyone who wants a low-pressure introduction before committing to a longer course.
What you’ll experience:
- Introductory theory session
- Confined water breath-hold practice
- Open water session
- First exposure to freediving safety and technique
Beginner - 2.5 days
AIDA2 / Wave 1
This is the core beginner certification course and the most common starting point for students who are ready for a fuller training experience.
Across theory, confined water, and open water sessions, you will build the foundations of freediving technique, equalisation, safety, rescue, and mental control. The course is designed to take you from interest to real understanding, with clear goals in both knowledge and in-water performance.
Best For:
Beginners who want a proper certification course and a strong foundation for future progress.
What you’ll learn:
- Freediving theory and exam preparation
- Static and dynamic practice in confined water
- Open water immersion, constant weight, rescue, and safety
- Breathing, relaxation, technique, and equalisation fundamentals
Advanced - 3 days
AIDA3 / Wave 2
AIDA3 / Wave 2 is for freedivers who already have beginner certification and want to become more capable, more knowledgeable, and more independent in the water.
At this level, the focus expands beyond personal performance into stronger rescue ability, better technique under pressure, deeper understanding of training, and greater comfort in open water.
Best For:
Certified beginner freedivers who want to improve depth, confidence, safety, and competence.
What to expect:
- More advanced theory and deeper understanding of freediving concepts
- Improved rescue and buddy procedures
- Refined technique and equalisation
- Structured depth progression and stronger self-awareness in training
Master - 4–5 weeks
AIDA4 / Wave 3
AIDA4 / Wave 3 is a serious step into advanced freediving development. This level is not just a short course, but a more customised programme built around your current abilities, goals, and readiness.
Training is more individualised, with attention to depth adaptation, technique refinement, rescue standards, and long-term progress.
Best For:
Experienced freedivers who are committed to high-level training and want a more personalised development process.
What makes it different:
- Longer-format progression over several weeks
- More individual coaching and adaptation
- Advanced safety, rescue, and depth work
- Suitable for students preparing for high-level performance or future professional pathways
Professional - 2 weeks
AIDA Instructor Courses
Instructor training is for experienced freedivers who want to teach, lead students responsibly, and represent freediving education at a professional standard.
This programme develops not only your diving ability, but also your teaching quality, rescue leadership, judgement, and understanding of how to guide others through the learning process.
Best For:
Advanced freedivers who want to turn experience into a professional teaching role.
What the programme focuses on:
- Teaching methodology
- Coaching and student supervision
- Demonstration standards
- Rescue leadership and professionalism
- Preparing to conduct courses responsibly and clearly
AIDA and Molchanovs Certification
Depending on the course level, certification is available through AIDA, Molchanovs, or both. We will guide you on the most suitable certification route based on your current level, goals, and the training pathway you want to follow. Our priority is not forcing you to choose a system first. It is helping you learn well, progress safely, and take the right next step.
Not sure which course fits you?
Start with AIDA1 if:
You are completely new, want a one-day experience, or prefer a gentle introduction.
Start with AIDA2 / Wave 1 if:
Go beyond beginner level if:
You already hold a recognised freediving certification and want to continue progressing.
FAQs
Do I need prior freediving experience?
No. Beginners can start with AIDA1 or AIDA2 / Wave 1 depending on comfort level and goals.
Do I need to choose AIDA or Molchanovs first?
Can I join if I am comfortable swimming but new to depth?
Yes. Many students begin with little or no freediving experience.
What if I already have certification from another school?
We can advise where you fit in the progression and which course is the best next step.
Is equipment included?
The Course Is Just the Beginning
Getting certified gives you the foundation. Now it’s time to apply it — and grow.
Whether you want structured improvement or relaxed exploration, we offer both.