Freedive Nusa
A freediving school on Nusa Penida — and your expedition partner across Indonesia. Since 2017, we’ve trained thousands of freedivers and guided them deeper into the Indonesian Archipelago. Choose your course — and the adventure that follows
WHY LEARN WITH US
What makes Freedive Nusa different
Experienced team
We’ve been teaching freediving on Nusa Penida since 2017 and trained over 6,000 certified freedivers. Group size is capped at 4 — every dive gets feedback.
Year-round training conditions
20–30 m visibility, water at 27–29 °C, walls accessible to any training depth. Fun diving from the shore, the training site is reached by a short boat ride.
3-day basic course
Most schools cover Level 1 in two days. We add a third — extra ocean training, time for equalization troubleshooting, and reef dives. Medical insurance included.
From the course to the expedition
Students rarely stop at the certificate. We run freediving trips to Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor, Misool, Maratua and beyond.
Full training facilities
Pools for static and dynamic apnea, classrooms, two dive boats, yoga studio, gym, sauna, ice bath — all on a single property 20 meters from the shore.
A school people return to
Many students return for advanced courses, coaching, or expeditions. Some stay with us for months as master students or instructor candidates.
Reviews from students
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10/17/2022 - TripAdvisorMemorizable experience Such a memorizable experience! Friendly atmosphere, a lot of care about your health such as: hot ginger tea after each... read moreSuch a memorizable experience! Friendly atmosphere, a lot of care about your health such as: hot ginger tea after each session in the ocean, rinse your nose, inhalation, breath work and etc. A lot of my friends already completed the course and recommended to me. And I having exclusively positive emotions and didn't regret about the decision. I do surfing and the knowledge what I get is really open my eyes! I was trained by incredible instructor Yana, with her I did my first 20m in my life without experience before! Absolutely recommend this freediving school! read less

Sasa Chian9/04/2017 - FacebookI have always been an active person and loved exploring different styles of movement on land. Moving in water is... read moreI have always been an active person and loved exploring different styles of movement on land. Moving in water is somewhat an unfamiliar territory to me. So, I was both anxious and excited on Day 1. Under Kirill's expert guidance, I learn to let go and be one with the water element. Freediving opened up a whole new way of moving, of connecting with the breath (or the lack of), of surrendering to the present moment. I am forever grateful for Kirill for paving the path to this wonderful underwater experience. read less

Kelly Arthur OConnor

4/18/2020 - Facebookwow they dont just have you freedive 50 meters but you also come back up alive. Its fantastic, and they... read morewow they dont just have you freedive 50 meters but you also come back up alive. Its fantastic, and they speak spanish. read less

Konstantin Beznosov11/25/2017 - FacebookI just finished my first three days of Free Diving with Nusa Freedive. It was a great experience. My instructor... read moreI just finished my first three days of Free Diving with Nusa Freedive. It was a great experience. My instructor Kiril clearly has extensive experience in both the practice and teaching of free diving. While teaching the basics, Kiril gave me deep appreciation of how my practices of yoga and meditation can converge in helping my body and mind to be calm, relaxed, and agile in free diving. I always felt very safe and well guided, despite of variable weather and water conditions throughout the course exercises in the ocean. In addition, Kiril and his partner Yana have very nice energy. read less

Ran He4/17/2017 - FacebookWas very good experence for my GF and I to live and learn the free diving skill with Kirill Popov... read moreWas very good experence for my GF and I to live and learn the free diving skill with Kirill Popov in Nusa Penida! read less

Natalia Kalina

2/07/2020 - FacebookTotally loved my time at this school❤️. It was a great place to advance freediving skills! Important points for me:... read moreTotally loved my time at this school❤️. It was a great place to advance freediving skills! Important points for me: efficient communication, attention to safety, good equipment and professional team. I got all the support and advice I needed to overcome my big stumbling block. read less
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4/01/2022 - TripAdvisorОчень комфортное обучение погружениям Russian/English Ооочень доброжелательные, заинтересованные, внимательные, профессиональные люди занимаются здесь с новичками. Полно оборудования. Комфортное обучение. Подробные пояснения. Очень советую... read moreRussian/English Ооочень доброжелательные, заинтересованные, внимательные, профессиональные люди занимаются здесь с новичками. Полно оборудования. Комфортное обучение. Подробные пояснения. Очень советую friendly, interested, attentive, professional people are engaged here with beginners. A lot of equipment they have. Very Comfortable learning. Detailed explanations. Highly recommend read less
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3/08/2020 - TripAdvisorAmazing My girlfriend has wanted to do this for a long time, I wasn't sure how well I would do but... read moreMy girlfriend has wanted to do this for a long time, I wasn't sure how well I would do but all my concerns were blown away as soon as we started. Emily made us very comfortable trying something new and it was amazing how much we learned and picked up in just two and a half days! From start to finish it was an experience I tell everyone they have to try, thanks guys! read less

Aimee Fergusson5/14/2017 - FacebookI had a wonderful few training sessions on Nusa Penida - Kirill and Yana have created such a beautiful space... read moreI had a wonderful few training sessions on Nusa Penida - Kirill and Yana have created such a beautiful space and homely environment to feel supported in while you train. Thank you for providing such a welcoming environment and great hospitality! I will definitely be back again soon � read less


Learn freediving with us
Freedive Courses
Try Freediving
One-day introduction to the basics of freediving — breathing, equalization, safety, fun diving on the reefs
Freediving Level 1
3-day introduction with pool training, open water dives, and certification. Medical insurance included
Freediving Level 2
Expand your underwater potential, become a competent buddy, and experience peaceful freefalling
Freediving Level 3
Develop the flexibility and equalization techniques needed for safe dives below the lungs’ residual volume
Freediving Master Course
A 4-week structured program to develop all the skills and knowledge needed for deep and safe dives
Molchanovs Instructor Course
Become a Molchanovs Freediving Instructor and join the global freediving community
Freedive Trips
Freedive Trip to Raja Ampat
Visit remote archipelago in West Papua, stay in the homestays on different islands, and explore the richest reefs in the world
Freedive Trip to Misool
The best mix of freediving with trekking and adventures: real remoteness, unique landscapes, stingless jellyfish lake, cave freediving.
Freedive Expedition to Alor
Explore unique nature, rich marine life and volcanic landscapes of Alor Archipelago. Learn about life and culture of local traditional freedivers
Contact us
Reach out via WhatsApp, Messenger, or Telegram — we reply within hours. Courses run year-round. Booking, pricing, or just questions about the island — anything works.
Freedive Nusa is a freediving school in Bali located on Nusa Penida Island. This is a beautiful tropical island, located 12 kilometers southeast of Bali. Getting to Nusa Penida is very easy - it is only 40 minutes away by speed boat from South Bali.
Diving and snorkeling in Bali is an experience that every underwater lover who visits the island should try. The most beautiful and popular dive sites of Bali are located around Nusa Penida. Therefore diving in Nusa Penida is a must-do activity for every ocean explorer.
For freediving training, Bali offers unlimited training depth with visibility 20-30 meters, water temperature of 28-29 degrees, drift diving in the currents, an amazing underwater world, and the possibility to dive with manta rays all year round. This is one of the best places in Asia where you can learn to freedive and our freedive instructors in Bali will make your experience methodical, safe, and rewarding.
Freedive Nusa teaches freedivers of all levels, from beginners who have never even tried a mask to instructor level.
Freediving in Indonesia is very rich and diverse. We organize daily manta trips, unique freedive trips around Indonesia and freediving in Bali.
The school is located 20 meters from the shore on the northern coast of the island, in the most convenient location that has a wide variety of hotels and cafes within walking distance.
Our basic freediving course Level 1 takes 3 days and it is suitable for all levels of experience. After the course, most students can easily and comfortably dive on a single breath to the depth of 10-20 meters.
Our freedive packages include freediving courses, accommodation, manta trips, yoga classes, etc.
For more experienced freedivers, we offer deeper advanced courses Level 2 and Level 3, as well as specialty courses, monthly Master Course, and Instructor Courses.
Join us on Nusa Penida!
Reach out via WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, Telegram, or Email with your preferred dates. We'll confirm availability and send booking details within hours.
Freediving is a relatively safe sport when practised under proper supervision and following safety protocols. The body has natural adaptations for breath-holding — a certified course teaches you to use them correctly.
Accidents happen because of lack of proper training and education. Always check your instructor's certification. Ask questions about their actual teaching experience so that you know you are in safe hands.
We have a team of instructors and start courses nearly every day. Just send us a message and choose the dates most convenient for you.
















