1 Full Day
10-15 meters
150 $USD
Lap 1 Freediver - Intro Course
The Lap 1 Introductory (L1) Course is the first day of the 2-day Wave 1 Freediver course. This option allows you to upgrade if you enjoyed the first day and continue on your journey. This full day course includes theory, breathwork, equalization techniques, static breath-holds and depth diving. You will learn to hold your breath for 2 minutes and dive to -10/15 meters (-30/45 feet) on one breath! If you enjoyed it, you can upgrade to Wave 1 automatically!
What's Included
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Includes private pool access fee (10 $USD)
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Includes marine park & environmental fees
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Online theory and study materials
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Access to Molchanovs Training Dashboard
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Theory on anatomy and physiology
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Intro to equalization techniques
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Breathing and meditation session
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DAN.org Liability Insurance upon request
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Confined water session (1x)
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Open water session (1x)
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Professional coaching by our instructors
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High quality freediving equipment & gear
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Use of our on-site facilities
Prerequisites
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18 years of age (16 with parental consent)
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Comfortable in an open water setting
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Able to swim/snorkel unassisted
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Sign medical questionnaire and liability forms
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​Read our payment and cancellation policy​
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No previous freediving experience required
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Note: The Lap 1 (L1) course is the first day of the Wave 1 (W1) course. If you enjoyed it, you can upgrade to the full Wave 1 Freediver Course!
Commitment & Cost
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1 day (8am-5pm) of diving and experience
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4:1 maximum student to instructor ratio
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150 $USD per person
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Additional 30 $USD L1 certificate upon request
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Payment options: Online booking with credit/debit card, PayPal or offline Wise Transfer (Euro, USD) and cash (contact us for offline payments)
What you will learn
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Physiology & Anatomy
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Intro to Frenzel equalization
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Learn proper breathing techniques
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To dive to -10/15m (-30/45ft) on one breath
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Breath-hold of 2 minutes in static
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Relaxation and meditation
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Use of freediving equipment
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Safety & rescue skills
Passing Requirements
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1:30min static breath-hold (confined water)
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Open water dive in FIM (pulling line) to 10m
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Comfortably swimming >200m in open water
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Demonstrate safety and awareness in open water
Additional Benefits
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Access to on-site accommodation (not included)
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Fine local cuisine at our restaurant (not included)
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Quality cocktails made at our ocean bar
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On-site rental of scooters
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Pre-order food and drinks anytime
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Transport from and to ferry terminal
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Discounts on freediving gear from our partners