Learn to Freedive
Wave 1
Learn the techniques and theory to Freedive safely and confidently! This course offers a basic knowledge of freediving and introductory skills such as relaxation of body and mind, finning techniques, duck dives and equalisation.
What`s Included
Premium Freedive mask, fins, wetsuit
Internationally recognised Molchanov`s certification
Pool entry
2 Ocean dive sessions
Small Group
what to bring
Reusable water bottle
Towel
Swimmers
Sunglasses
Hat
Reef safe sunscreen
Location
Our pool sessions and Ocean dives depart from diffeernt locations depending on times and conditions.
Boat dives usually depart from Fingal Head on the Tweed river or Brunswick heads in Byron bay.
We will notify you when you book of the best dive locations for the course.
Wave 1 Freedive Course details
This course offers a basic knowledge of freediving and introductory skills such as relaxation of body and mind, finning techniques, duck dives and equalisation..
No matter what your background in diving is, this course will open your mind to a whole new underwater experience. You will learn the basic theory of Freediving and how to prepare yourself for a breath-hold dive. This course is designed to be an introduction to freediving for the complete beginner. It aims to help the student to develop basic skills, knowledge and safety procedures necessary to enjoy freediving safely within the limits of their experience.
The Molchanovs Freediving Education System is the most modern and comprehensive freediving system to date. It is highly regarded by the world’s top freedivers and in this two-day Level 1 course, you will gain water confidence, learn how to safely dive in one breath to 12-20 meters, and use new conscious breathing techniques to achieve optimal health and wellness. Designed for beginners or experienced divers seeking to improve their technique, understand physiology related to breath-holding, and learn how to correctly rescue other divers.
On day 1, we will cover freediving concepts and skills, and then practice them in the pool. On day 2, we go to the ocean for depth!
This course is located along Southeast Queensland; we either depart from Fingal Head, or Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour.
You will receive a W1 Molchanovs e-certificate upon passing all course requirements or an L1 e-certificate for passing the pool requirements. You have one year to upgrade to a W1 certification.
Prerequisites:
Swim 200m unassisted
Complete the Medical Questionnaire and Risk Waiver
Pool requirements (for Wave 1 & Lap 1):
1 min 30 sec static
30m DYNB
Open Water requirements (for Wave 1):
CWTB & FIM 12-20m
CWTB Buddying 6-10m
Rescue from 6-10m
Testimonials
Safety
You will have received a liability waiverform in the booking confirmation email. Every participant is required to complete the waiver. Parents can sign for their children. If you did not receive a pre-arrival waiver email, please click the button below to complete your "Waiver". You will be asked a series of important questions and will be required to electronically sign the waiver, with legal guardians signing for children. This is mandatory before boarding our vessel, as is the safety briefing prior to departure.