Intro to Freediving – 1 Day Beginner Course

Experience freediving with our full-day introductory course, designed for ocean lovers and those curious about this meditative and challenging sport. Whether you’re a complete beginner, a snorkeler, or someone who has dabbled in freediving or spearfishing, this course will enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of freediving techniques.

Key Details

• Duration: 8 hours
  
• Price: £180 per person, ages 12 and up
• Location: Various, including confined and open water locations as needed
• Availability: Offered year-round

Key Skills

• Breathing & Relaxation: Learn techniques to control your breathing and manage stress.
• Dry Breath Holding: Understand how to safely increase your breath-hold capacity.
  
• Safety & Theory: Gain crucial knowledge about safety procedures in freediving.
• Practical Water Skills: Practice descending on a line, perfecting your equalisation, streamlining your body, and relaxing underwater.

Course Breakdown

Morning:

1. Theory Session:
   - Breathing and relaxation techniques.
   - Dry breath-hold exercises.
   - Initial theory session covering safety and fundamentals.
2. Water Session:
   - Practical application in confined water focusing on basic skills.
   - Duration: 60-90 minutes.

Afternoon:

1. Additional theory session.
2. Second water session in open water to practice skills.
3. Optional Exam: For an additional £35, participants can opt for the pool freediving certification exam.

Location

The course is held in a combination of classroom settings, pool, and open water locations, all selected to provide the best conditions for learning and safety. We will meet at the Portrush Atlantic Hotel.

Prerequisites

Participants must be at least 12 years old with a moderate level of fitness. Comfort in water is essential, as the course includes extended periods of physical activity in the water.

Why Choose Us

Our Intro to Freediving course is tailored to provide a thorough introduction to the sport in a safe, supportive, and educational environment. Our instructors are passionate experts committed to teaching the fundamental skills and safety aspects of freediving. With small class sizes and high-quality equipment, our course is designed to help you progress confidently in your freediving journey. Join us for a transformative experience that will open new depths of adventure in your life!