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

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".

Dominik Pavlišin10/04/2017 - FacebookExcellent school with great vibe. Learning to freedive with Kirill is the best thing you can do. Well explained theory... read moreExcellent school with great vibe. Learning to freedive with Kirill is the best thing you can do. Well explained theory behind freediving and open water sessions made the whole training extremly exciting and enjoyable. Freediving Nusa is definitely a place to return. read less

Vera Giessauf




8/09/2022 - FacebookA wonderful place to explore your way in Freediving. It doesn't matter if you have never tried free diving or... read moreA wonderful place to explore your way in Freediving. It doesn't matter if you have never tried free diving or if you wanna improve your skills or if you wanna hop on a free diving Liveaboard with Freedive Nusa - I did all of it and I can recommend it for 100%. I hope I can stay forever :D read less

Olivier Pelloie




5/26/2019 - FacebookDid a SSI-L1 course and joined the Manta trip and everything was awesome!
Course is very comprehensive (good mix of... read moreDid a SSI-L1 course and joined the Manta trip and everything was awesome!
Course is very comprehensive (good mix of theory with lots of practice), instructors (Kirill & Tim) very professional & knowledgeable and always happy to give feedback & tips.
Manta trip brought us to very different spots, all great, with mantas & healthy reefs (Nusa Penida reefs were better than expected, compared to other spots around Bali & Lombok).
Overall everything was well organised, easy going & super enjoyable! read less
Mathieu Choco




8/02/2019 - FacebookWe will never forget our first dives with the team at Freedive Nusa! More than just a school, we really... read moreWe will never forget our first dives with the team at Freedive Nusa! More than just a school, we really felt like we found a small family on Nusa Penida. Kirill, Artur, Emily and Heiko are great and welcoming people, and create an awesome atmosphere at Freedive Nusa, which just makes you want to hang out, and gravitate around the school. In addition to that, they also are amazing and experienced instructors, which made us perform beyond our expectations, without it ever feeling unsafe, pushed, or rushed. The training was about understanding / listening to our bodies, whilst having (a lot of) fun. Seriously, a big thank you to you all! We kept up the training, and will be back soon!! read less

Natalia Kalina2/03/2020 - GoogleVery grateful to the team for helping me overcome my blocks with finning technique! Thanks for the professional attitude and,... read moreVery grateful to the team for helping me overcome my blocks with finning technique! Thanks for the professional attitude and, of course, for the fantastic dives!
Diving and learning with you was amazing! Best wishes to all!
Totally recommended read less
Adel Ahmtgv




8/09/2022 - FacebookГод назад я ехал на Пениду просто подтянуть свои навыки во фридайве и планировал пару недель хорошо провести время... read moreГод назад я ехал на Пениду просто подтянуть свои навыки во фридайве и планировал пару недель хорошо провести время на острове...
Но, по факту - полтора месяца и это превзошло все мои ожидания - йога, покатушки на катере, путешествия по острову, дружеские ужины, совместные активности, сап-борд, много разговоров и новых эмоций, новые знакомства которые стали друзьями.. ну и разумеется еще и само обучение в Freedive Nusa...
Кирилл, ребята - спасибо вам! и до встречи... read lessyaroslavab585

9/28/2022 - TripAdvisorFreedive tour Best freedive school ever. Kirill knows the best spots in Nusa Penida and Komodo. I was wonder and amazed in... read moreBest freedive school ever. Kirill knows the best spots in Nusa Penida and Komodo. I was wonder and amazed in Komodo freediving trip with him. Highly recommended.
Also i would recommend to try freediving for those who afraid of wave. There is special course for surfers who would like to be more productive while surfing and be more patient in wipeouts. read lessezmegy

2/14/2020 - TripAdvisorGreat freediving I did the L1 freediving course which was a brilliant experience. The site was great even though it was rainy... read moreI did the L1 freediving course which was a brilliant experience. The site was great even though it was rainy season (Jan). My instructor, Tim, was really encouraging and easy-going, but I could learn a lot from his as well.
I would definitely recommend to beginners and more advanced freedivers too. 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.
















