This was beyond INCREDIBLE! We had an unforgettable experience, learned very valuable skills, had lots and lots of fun, and saw soooo much beauty like never before! We’ll be back! Life will never be the same again
Price: USD 240
Duration: 3 days
Maximum depth: 20m
Price includes: equipment rental, study materials, certification, underwater photography
Freediving Level 1 course is an important, smooth and measured introduction to the soundless world of freediving. Everyone is welcomed to take this course even if this would be their first experience of water activities. It is a perfect opportunity for you to build a connection with water and start to enjoy being in it.
You are going to have 3 days of study starting at 8 am till 5 pm (including a break for lunch). The course includes the theoretical and practical ways on the land, 2 confined water, and 3 open water sessions.
Before entering the sea you will get a lot of interesting and useful information, that is needed to understand what happens to your body while doing the breath-holding dive (apnea).
You will learn how underwater pressure affects our body and gain proper skills of pressure alignment — equalization.
You will learn proper techniques of breathing before and after dive and hopefully, you will be able to do your deepest breath ever. With fully understanding the physiology and the psychology of the processes, students will realize, how to prepare their body and mind for a smooth and safe dive.
We are going to learn about human physiology when they stay in the water, as well as a mammalian diving reflex.
You will go through special stretching and yoga for freedivers, relaxations, and visualization techniques — all would improve your body preparations for the dive.
Special attention will be paid to safety. You will learn how to save yourself and some other basic rescue techniques.
During this course, we do not aim for the deepest depth. Our main focuses are on technique and comfort. Our training is always adjusted to the needs, interests, and abilities of each particular student.
We are going to dive with constant weight using fins and dip following the line to the maximum depth of 20 meters. The majority of the students can go as deep as 15-20m just after the first course. The skills you will get during this course will help you to reach this depth in the safest and most comfortable way.
Every open water session will be finished with freediving on the coral reef with rich underwater life.
All skills and knowledge that you will get during this course will give you a new way to interact with the ocean, and you will be able to dive safely and explore the underwater world with friends!
After this course and some additional training, you can continue your study on Freediving Level 2.
Also after the course, you can join some of our Manta Trips and experience freediving with awesome Manta Rays.
Reviews from students
Julia Rahmi
1/04/2019 - Facebook
I had a very nice experience taking my level 1 SSI Free diving Course with Freedivenusa. From the beginning...read moreI had a very nice experience taking my level 1 SSI Free diving Course with Freedivenusa. From the beginning communication was always easy. They gave fast response whether it was through Instagram or through their email.
The course itself is a bit challenging for me who understand from begin that I have a bit of equalization problem and a fear to hold breath longer. However, Artur was a kind and patient instructor. His explanation is clear, helpful, and reassuring. Not to mention his state of calmness that made me feel at ease while in the same time also excited to try whatever he asked me to do. He didn’t push me to force myself, yet very persuasive in convincing that all will be well, and all I need to do is just relax, enjoy, and be natural in the water. Which I find to be a more effective method to get me to improve.
The school itself is located strategically, close to a few good restaurants and homestays to relax during your break. It is also a beautiful location; 30 seconds walk to the beach with beautiful snorkeling just a short swim away. The school provides well-maintained good-quality free diving equipment and a cozy setting to support the learning environment. All Freedivenusa instructors are highly experienced and professional who would make you feel that you are in good hands.
All in all, I felt very safe and well-taken care of by the school, and by Artur specifically as my instructor. The course has helped me gain confidence to push myself out of my fear in going deeper in to the deep blue by free diving. I’m totally hooked! And will keep the practice.
So, if you are thinking to do free diving in Indonesia, I highly recommend coming to Nusa Penida and do it with Freedivenusa!read less
Jean-Luc Merle
8/13/2019 - Google
Emily is a remarkable free diving instructor. She'll take you there in a peaceful and comprehensive environment. Thank you Emily !
Zoe Doubas
8/05/2019 - Facebook
I loved my experience getting my SSI freediving level 1 certification. I'd actually done this certification before at a world...read moreI loved my experience getting my SSI freediving level 1 certification. I'd actually done this certification before at a world renowned school in Central America but I decided to do it again as I have issues with equalisation. I got so much more out of this course taught by our amazing instructor Heiko. We got two full days of training in which we covered so much including 4 practical sessions, 2 in the pool and 2 in the open water. I loved getting to practice things I was never shown on my first course, like a static breath hold and an introduction to the dynamic discipline. Heiko was extremely knowledgable, patient and supportive. I really felt like we each got such a tailored training. He treated us each as individuals and adjusted the training to our needs and abilities. It really helped us get the most out of every dive and have the best experience. Thank you to Heiko and the team.read less
Megan Pardoe
1/22/2019 - Facebook
I recently did my level 1 freediving course with Heiko at Freedive Nusa and I couldn't be more happy with...read moreI recently did my level 1 freediving course with Heiko at Freedive Nusa and I couldn't be more happy with the experience!! He was professional, safe and environmentally aware. There was no pressure from anyone, just a safe environment to challenge yourself. Highly recommended!!read less
Wilk Natala
4/27/2020 - Facebook
Lovely place, awesome people, great instructors and atmosphere! I personally recommend it to all freediving lovers who seek good focus,...read moreLovely place, awesome people, great instructors and atmosphere! I personally recommend it to all freediving lovers who seek good focus, less partying island, delicious food and stunning nature environments! I did my level 3 SSI and Wave 3 Molchanov, master program and instructor courses and ever since I left I didn't stop missing the place. Also - for bit more experienced divers- there is absolutely lot of space to propose your own ideas - buddying-up with others, organise workshops, sessions etc! 🧜♀️💙🏝🐟💦read less
Ксения Васенев
11/30/2017 - Facebook
This was beyond INCREDIBLE! We had an unforgettable experience, learned very valuable skills, had lots and lots of fun, and...read moreThis was beyond INCREDIBLE! We had an unforgettable experience, learned very valuable skills, had lots and lots of fun, and saw soooo much beauty like never before! We'll be back! Life will never be the same again 🙂read less
Andreas Mehlmann
9/28/2017 - Facebook
Einfach Klasse!
Sehr informative Schulmaterial, viele praktische Anwendungen. Wir waren jeden Tag für paar Stunden Tauchen. Alles leicht zu verstehen und...read moreEinfach Klasse!
Sehr informative Schulmaterial, viele praktische Anwendungen. Wir waren jeden Tag für paar Stunden Tauchen. Alles leicht zu verstehen und ist sofort anwendbar.
Vielen Dank an den Kursleiter Kirill für so einen geilen Freediving - Kurs.read less
Rod Guide
5/22/2017 - Facebook
Nice,friendly and smart guys
Mang Zaed
2/07/2020 - Facebook
this place is very beautiful to learn diving and stunning panoramas
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What things do I need to bring to start freediving?
You don’t necessarily need to bring anything to your course. We have all the gear you might need but if you have your own gear like fins, mask, wetsuit, be sure to bring it with you.
Freediving with your own gear is always more convenient.
Is there a need for a diving or snorkeling experience to participate the course?
Of course, it can be beneficial but you do not have to. Freediving is an activity for anyone even if you have never dived before.
It’s our pleasure if you could spend your first time freediving experience and discover underwater freedom with us.
How can I freedive if I can not hold my breath for too long?
This is one of the popular doubts for beginners but it appears only due unknowing.
During your basic freediving course you will learn proper breathing and relaxation techniques.
Almost all the students reach breath-hold times of well over 2 minutes without any problems during the first lesson!
Do I have to be a great swimmer to start freediving?
No, you don’t need to be on an expert swimmer level to start freediving, but you need to be comfortable in open water.
When we do our open water sessions, you won’t see the ocean floor, and open water swimming is something different than swimming in a pool or snorkeling near the beach.
If you can swim comfortably in the ocean about 200 meters without seeing ocean floor, you are good to go.
If you are not confident in water, you can take a private class about swimming and water confidence before the course to be better prepared for further freediving experience.
