Introduction to Freediving

PFI Introduction to Freediving

This experience is a non-certification program designed to give participants a taste of what freediver training is all about. Participants will learn the basics about freediving with limited depth, time and distance.

Who this experience is for:

This program is great for individuals or groups that want to experience the sport of freediving but don’t want to commit the time and money to a full course. This course may also be used as a team building challenge for groups. By the end of this experience, they can feel more confident in their abilities to overcome difficulties, or make a better-informed decision if freediving is the right choice. This course does not provide a certification.

Course prerequisites:

Minimum age 16 years, or 10 years with parent or guardian
Comfortable in the water

What you can expect to learn:

History of freediving
Why freedive?
Equipment introduction for freediving
Introduction to in-water environment
Physics and physiology of freediving
Safety and problem management
In-water skills introduction

PFI Introduction to Freediving Experience minimum requirements:

Satisfactorily complete the PFI Introduction to Freediving Experience Knowledge Quests and final exam with a passing score of 80%, followed by 100% remediation by the Instructor
Complete all open water requirements efficiently
Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution