Fii Freediving Course

Duration | 2 days | approx 5.5 hours each day | Level 1 FreediverWhether a complete beginner or an informally trained freediver/spearfisherman with years of experience, this course will set you on the right path to eliminate bad habits and show you the most efficient and safe freedive techniques. | During this course students train the fundamentals of the FII education system in an easy-to-learn course format operating between the classroom, pool and open water setting. With a high emphasis on freedive safety training and technique development, students master the proper skills to effectively freedive up to depths of 66 feet/20 meters. | Course Syllabus | Level 1 Safety & Problem ManagementFreediving EquipmentPhysics and Physiology for the Level 1 FreediverCorrect Breathing for FreedivingBreath-Hold/Static Apnea Technique DevelopmentFreediving Technique DevelopmentTo pass this course level, students must attend all sessions and demonstrate mastery of the F.I.I. Level 1 Freediver skills and knowledge. | Course Duration:2-day program. Minimum 4 hours of academic work, 3 hours of confined water training, and 1.5 hours of open water depth training (varies per location and class). | Prerequisites:Competent swimming skills and comfortable in open water. | Age Requirement:Participants must be 16 years or older!Or 12 and older for Junior Course | Equipment neededWetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, weights and timing device. Can be purchased or rented at check in. | Learning Materials:FII Level 1 Freediver manual and workbook. All course materials are provided by the instructor at the beginning of each course.