Freediving Theory
Knowledge development about freediving principles through independent study with the PADI Freediver Touch™.
Once you have paid your deposit and completed a medical form we will issue you with an eLearning Theory Pass.
How does it work?
After enrolling, PADI's eLearning system presents you with interactive presentations that include videos, audio, graphics and reading. Short quizzes let you gauge your progress, and review and correct anything you might happen to miss. This lets you move through the programme efficiently and at your own pace..
What do I need for the online portion of the course?
All you will need is a stable internet connection and an email address..
What happens if I do not get Medical and cannot complete the training?
The eLearning portion of the course is non‐refundable. This is why we advise that you do not register your pass until you have check with us whether you need to see your doctor.
Freediving Pool Session
Before we jump into the pool we have a group session practising important breathing, equalisation and relaxation techniques.
We then spend the day practising in our heated dive pool. You will practise and complete all the skills you will use in the ocean under the guidance of one of our experienced instructors. Learning is fun and you have heaps of time to perfect your skills.
In the pool, you learn breathing techniques, then practise breath holds while floating (static apnea) and while swimming (dynamic apnea). You also practise basic rescue techniques and learn your role as a buddy.
Freediving Ocean Training Dives
You will complete 2 open water sessions in one day to practise free immersion and constant weight freediving, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal – constant weight freedive of 10 metres/30 feet. This is where you will experience freediving and all its glory!
Swimming
Your PADI Freediver Instructor will have you demonstrate basic water skills to be sure you’re comfortable in the water. This is a 200-metre/yard swim or 300-metre/yard swim using a mask, fins and snorkel without stopping. There is no time limit for this, and you may use any swimming strokes you want. Any individual who can meet the performance requirements of the course qualifies for certification. There are many adaptive techniques that allow individuals with physical challenges to meet these requirements.
Age
The minimum age is 15 years old for the PADI Freediver course and 12 years old for the PADI Basic Freediver certification. PADI Basic Freediver is a subset programme of the PADI Freediver course that only includes knowledge development and a confined water session.
Medical History
All student divers complete a medical history form that asks about medical conditions that could be a problem while freediving. If none of these apply, sign the form and you’re ready to start. If any of these apply to you, your doctor must, as a safety precaution, assess the condition as it relates to freediving and sign a medical form that confirms you’re fit to dive. In some areas, local laws require all students to consult with a physician before entering the course. Download the PADI Freediver Medical History Form.
