Courses and Training
Level 1 Freediver
Level 1 Freediver
Whether a complete beginner or an informally trained freediver/spearfisherman with years of experience, this course will set you on the right path to eliminate bad habits and show you the most efficient and safe freedive techniques.
During this course, students train the fundamentals of the FII education system in an easy-to-learn course format operating between the classroom, pool, and open water setting. With a high emphasis on freedive safety training and technique development, students master the proper skills to effectively freedive up to depths of 66 feet/20 meters.
Course Program
- • Level 1 Safety & Problem Management
- • Freediving Equipment
- • Physics and Physiology for the Level 1 Freediver
- • Correct Breathing for Freediving
- • Breath-Hold/Static Apnea Technique Development
- • Freediving Technique Development
To pass this course level, students must attend all sessions and demonstrate mastery of the F.I.I. Level 1 Freediver skills and knowledge. Students have 12-months to complete the course at no additional tuition cost under any F.I.I.-certified instructor.
Other Details
- • Duration: 2-day program. Minimum 4 hours of academic work, 3 hours of confined water training, and 1.5 hours of open water depth training (varies per location and class).
- • Age Requirement: 16 years or older
- • Prerequisites: Competent swimming skills and comfortable in open water.
- • Depth: 66 feet/20 meters
