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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10/13/2022 - TripAdvisorThe most unforgettable experience? My experience with Freedive Nusa School was absolutely amazing! Doing morning yoga, breathing practices, and diving with mantas is one... read moreMy experience with Freedive Nusa School was absolutely amazing! Doing morning yoga, breathing practices, and diving with mantas is one of the most unforgettable memories from the trip. Guys from the school are very amiable and kind-hearted. Thank you soooo much for all you are doing! read less

Саша Безроднова6/20/2018 - FacebookGreat place, a lot of diverse spots for meeting different facets of the underwater world. Highly professional and student-oriented instructor's... read moreGreat place, a lot of diverse spots for meeting different facets of the underwater world. Highly professional and student-oriented instructor's work. Ecologically responsible organization that empowers the cleaning initiative "Trash heroe" and makes this idea popular among the locals. Enjoyed. I've been in Nusa few times, and I am happy that finally there is such a special a freediving school there. And good luck for everyone who will have the chance to meet the manta-rays! read less

Brett Kruse4/05/2024 - GoogleTook the family free diving for the first time with Freedive Nusa to Manta point. The guides did a nice... read moreTook the family free diving for the first time with Freedive Nusa to Manta point. The guides did a nice job of keeping us organized and away from the crowds while being able to see lots of mantas. We now love the spot and considering the full course upon return. read less
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11/03/2022 - TripAdvisorFreedive Nusa Penida Such a great team of people. We felt calm and safe the whole time. Great learnings and a great experience!... read moreSuch a great team of people. We felt calm and safe the whole time. Great learnings and a great experience! Would definitely recommend to all ages and abilities 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

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

Rod Guide5/22/2017 - FacebookNice,friendly and smart guys
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4/01/2022 - TripAdvisorIncredible Experience I ended up doing both the Level 1 and 2 courses while in Bali. A combination of a great sport... read moreI ended up doing both the Level 1 and 2 courses while in Bali. A combination of a great sport with great instruction from Kirill made it an unforgettab read less

Karline Kleijer

2/26/2019 - FacebookLoved the freediving! Good and serious training. Felt like they bring you into their world of freedivers instead of "making money".


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.
















