Freediver
If you think freediving is just like snorkeling (but going really deep) - think again. Freediving is an entirely different way to experience the underwater world. You’ll dive deeper, stay down longer, and feel part of the ocean itself.
Freediving can also be a competitive sport. Divers around the world train for years to set world records in static apnea, dynamic apnea, free immersion and constant weight freediving.
Basic Freediver
The PADI Basic Freediver course is a subset of the PADI Freediver course. It's a great first step for developing solid freediving skills. You learn basic freediving principles and focus on practicing breathhold techniques in a pool or confined water site.
The PADI Basic Freediver course consists of two main phases:
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Knowledge development through independent study with the PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in a language you understand).
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Confined water session to learn breathhold techniques as well as static and dynamic apnea, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal - static apnea of 90 seconds and dynamic apnea of 25 metres/80 feet.
Freediver
Your first step toward discovering why freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves. No previous freediving course is required.
Freediving is about inward power, discipline and control. If you've always wanted to enter the underwater world quietly, on your own terms, staying as long as your breath allows, then freediving is for you. Taking the PADI Freediver course is your first step toward discovering why freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves.
The PADI Freediver course consists of three main phases:
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Knowledge development about freediving principles through independent study with PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in a language you understand).
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Confined water session to learn breath-hold techniques as well as static and dynamic apnea. Goal: static apnea of 90 seconds and dynamic apnea of 25 metres/80 feet.
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Open water sessions to practice free immersion and constant weight freedives, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal: constant weight freedive of 10 metres/30 feet.
What It Costs
Our PADI course packages are thoughtfully designed for every level. From curious beginners to future dive professionals, each course includes expert instruction, quality training materials, and everything you need to learn safely while having fun. Whether you’re taking your first breath underwater, advancing your skills, or stepping into the world of professional diving, you’ll enjoy great value, personalized teaching, and memorable learning experiences.
Course Fee
Basic Freediver
- 5,900 baht
Freediver
- 10,900 baht
What is included
- PADI eLearning
- Mask and fin rental
- Meals and drinks on the boat
- Land transfer between hotel (in pick-up zone) and boat pier
Pick-up zones: Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong
Additional transport charge for all areas outside the pick-up zones
Prerequisites
- Adequate swimming skills
- 12 years old or older
- Good physical health