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: IDR 4.950.000
Duration: 3 days
Maximum depth: 20m
Price includes: equipment, study materials, certification, medical insurance
Freediving Level 1 course is an important, smooth, and measured introduction to the soundless world of freediving. Everyone is welcome to take this course even if this would be their first experience with water activities. It is a perfect opportunity for you to build a connection with water and start to enjoy being in it.
We will be happy to be your coaches and guides in this amazing journey!
Freedive Nusa offers a long and the most comprehensive freediving training course for beginners!
The basic course lasts 3 intense days.
The first 2 days are from 8:30 to 16:30 with a break for lunch. The last day is till 1 pm.
The course includes 2 pool sessions (static apnea and dynamic apnea) and 3 open water sessions as well as theoretical and practical lessons in the classroom.
After booking the course, we will grant you access to the digital learning materials. You will watch and read the course materials in advance. It will help you to be more effective during the course and to be more focused on diving and practicing new skills instead of learning the theory in the classroom.
Sample schedule of the course
The schedule may be adjusted depending on weather conditions or the needs of participants.
Your course will start in the classroom where you will learn crucial information about human physiology, the proper breathing process, and the mammalian diving reflex. You will learn relaxation techniques and proper breathing before and after the dive. After the class, you will be able to do your deepest breath ever and clearly understand how to prepare your body and mind for a smooth, relaxed, and safe breath-hold dive.
Before entering the sea you will practice breath-holding in the pool in a safe and controlled environment. Most of the participants can hold their breath for 2-3 minutes during the first session.
On the second day, you will be practicing in the pool as well to work on your finning technique. Pool training is an essential part of every freediving course. Most of the skills needed in open water can be trained first during free diving lessons in the pool. It helps to practice new motor skills and to develop more control and confidence.
You will learn how underwater pressure affects our body and gain essential skills for every freediver — Frenzel Equalization.
You will go through special stretching for freedivers, relaxation, and visualization techniques — all will improve your body preparations for the dive.
You will have 3 open water sessions – the main and most important part of the course. This is minimal duration, from our experience, which needed to practice all basic skills and gain enough experience.
During this course, we do not aim for the deepest depth. Our main focuses are on technique and comfort. We use an individual approach only! Our training is always adjusted to the needs, interests, and abilities of each particular student.
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 most safely and comfortably.
Special attention will be paid to safety! You will learn how to freedive safely and will practice basic rescue techniques both in the pool and in the open water.
Every open water session will be finished with freediving on the coral reef with rich underwater life.
All the skills and knowledge you will get during this course will give you a new way to interact with the ocean. You will definitely enjoy it and be able to explore the underwater world with friends!
After this course, you can continue your study by taking coaching and training sessions or advanced freedive courses such as Level 2.
Also after the course, we invite you to join our Manta Trips and experience freediving with awesome Manta Rays.
Reviews from Students
Andy Pavlov
3/30/2019 - Facebook
Having little to none freediving experience, me and my wife feel very fortunate to have come accross Freedive Nusa, where...read moreHaving little to none freediving experience, me and my wife feel very fortunate to have come accross Freedive Nusa, where Artur, our instructor, took us through Level 1 course. Artur was very knowledgeable, accommodating (as my wife was experiencing equalisation issues) and professional. As a result, we both significantly improved our freediving skills and learned lots of new very useful tricks and routines. It was great pleasure for everyone in the course spending couple of days together with Artur.
I can highly recommend Artur and Freedive Nusa team to anyone from beginners to experienced freedivers. Will definitely be back for Level 2!
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Mariza Melia
11/25/2017 - Facebook
If you're planning to take a freedive course in Nusa Penida (or Bali in general), I highly recommend Freedive Nusa....read moreIf you're planning to take a freedive course in Nusa Penida (or Bali in general), I highly recommend Freedive Nusa. I did Level 1 and I had so much fun. Was my first time ever doing freedive. I was super nervous because i have no idea about freedive. But the teaching by Kirill, the owner and instructor, was informative, engaging and fun. I think the most important thing is that all of the sessions with him in the water was super safe and professional. I feel ready and safe 100% all the time when we practice together in the deep ocean (even with Nusa Penida infamous strong current) since day 1. Absolutely no pressure to go deep or make me do anything i'm not ready for. At the same time, my abilities were gently extended and I definitely grew more confidence in the water than before. So go to Nusa Penida and do the freedive course with them! Easy access from Bali island, it is your best option other than taking any freedive course in Gili nor Amed. The island itself is simply chillax, not super touristy like other destinations. Highly recommended! Find out what freediving is all about with Kirill - Freedive Nusa. You won't regret it.
Ps: i booked it via their Instagram @freedivenusa, quick response and super easy to book.
Cheers,
@iamMarizaread less
allaiav2
10/06/2022 - TripAdvisor
Amazing I did my freediving course here in August and honestly had the best experience. My teacher was super patient, very...read moreI did my freediving course here in August and honestly had the best experience. My teacher was super patient, very knowledgeable and helped me push my limits without feeling any pressure. Chiara quickly saw that I would mentally block myself, she really talked and showed me through it.
Also, the owner was super accommodating and made sure I felt comfortable when on our manta trip and went out of his way to make sure we saw mantas. Would definitely recommend doing your freediving here and/or booking trips with them 🙂read less
Мария Кичук
8/11/2022 - Facebook
Это было лучшее погружение в новый вид спорта!Начиная с момента, как ребята встречают в школе, как затем интересно и легко...read moreЭто было лучшее погружение в новый вид спорта!Начиная с момента, как ребята встречают в школе, как затем интересно и легко проходила учеба, как безопасно было погружаться под воду и видеть свои результаты. Хочу рекомендовать Фридайв Нуса всем! Кирилл и Яна, спасибо за ваш подход и взгляд на жизнь. Спасибо за профессионализм и заботу во время учебы. Спасибо за вайб, который создали в школе! С вами и у вас классно! При любой возможности буду возвращаться! Хочу развиваться во фридайвинге и только с вами ❤️❤️❤️read less
Richard Ayling
2/13/2018 - Facebook
Absolutely loved doing my Level 1 training here with Heiko. He was the perfect mix of clear instructions and explanations,...read moreAbsolutely loved doing my Level 1 training here with Heiko. He was the perfect mix of clear instructions and explanations, patience as we got used to this new challenging environment, and also gently pushing us each time we went under the water - super observant and useful tips each time.
I highly recommend coming here!read less
Kelly Arthur OConnor
4/18/2020 - Facebook
wow 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
Natalia Kalina
2/03/2020 - Google
Very 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 recommendedread less
Brett Kruse
4/05/2024 - Google
Took 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
Cel Mai Vasilicutza
12/18/2017 - Facebook
best place to learn freediving, Kiril is very professional, focused on safety and answered in-depth all questions i had.
Simply send us a message through Contact Page (https://freedivenusa.com/contacts/) or your favorite messenger and we will provide you all the information about booking and prepayment.
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.
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!