Start Your Freediving Journey
Discover the breathtaking waters of and surrounding Pacific Northwest with expert guidance. Explore our courses and offerings to start your freediving adventure.
Level 1 Freediver POOL ONLY
Begin your freediving adventure before the arrival of warm weather with the FII Level 1 Freediver Pool Only Course! In just one exhilarating weekend, you’ll learn the foundational aspects of freediving, including safety and emergency procedures, essential breathing techniques, equalization methods, proper gear usage, and much more.
Through a balanced mix of classroom instruction and hands-on training in the pool, you’ll acquire the skills and knowledge needed to extend your breath-holding capabilities and gracefully explore depths on a single breath.
Course Details
- Prerequisites: Competent swimming skills and comfort in the water.
- Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 16 years old.
- Equipment Required: 3-5mm wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, weights, and a waterproof timing device.
- Learning Materials: FII Level 1 Freediver manual and workbook (provided by the instructor at the start of the course).
Schedule
- Day 1: A 5-hour classroom session from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, where you’ll absorb fundamental knowledge and skills essential for excelling in the underwater realm on breath hold.
- Day 2: A pool training session from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, where you’ll put your newly learned skills to the test. This includes skills practice, safety training, emergency scenarios, and breath-holding exercises designed to challenge and improve your abilities.
Upon successful completion of this course and demonstration of required skills, individuals will be awarded the FII Level 1 Freediver Pool Only certification.
Opportunity to Earn the Full FII Level 1 Freediver Certification
Those holding the Pool Only certification will have the opportunity to achieve the complete FII Level 1 Freediver certification within one year of completion.
Level 1 Freediver, Weekend Course (Open Water)
Discover the world of freediving and experience the freedom of exploring the ocean on a single breath with the FII Level 1 Freediver course in Seattle, WA. This comprehensive course is designed to set the foundational skills needed for those who want to learn how to freedive safely and confidently.
Whether 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. This course is the quickest way to become a Level 1 certified diver.
Over the course of two full days of training, you will learn the fundamentals of freediving, including safety and emergency procedures, breathing techniques, equalization methods, and more. Through a combination of classroom sessions, confined water training, and an open water freedive session, you will develop the skills and knowledge needed to extend your breath-hold times and dive to depths of up to 66 feet (20 meters) on a single breath.
Schedule:
- 1st day: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Classroom and Confined Water Training
- 2nd day: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Open Water Session and Exam
Course Requirements:
Prerequisites: Competent swimming skills and comfort in open water.
Age Requirement: Participants must be 16 years or older.
Enrollment: Receipt of the deposit secures your spot, with the remaining balance due prior to the first day of class.
Equipment Required: 7mm wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, weights, and a waterproof timing device.
Open Water Freedive Practice & Coaching Sessions
The Open Water Freediving Session is perfect for certified divers looking to train on the line or those working towards certification who want to finish their skills and achieve the FII Level 1 certificate. It is also a great way to meet new people, build confidence, and perfect technique in a safe and supportive environment.
A certified instructor or assistant instructor will be present during the session to answer any questions and provide assistance and coaching as needed, so you can relax and enjoy your dive to the fullest. These sessions offer a great opportunity to refine skills and gain valuable experience in an encouraging setting.
Session requires a minimum of two participants to run.
Prerequisites:
Have completed an FII Level 1 course but are still working towards certification.
OR, hold a freediving certification from any recognized freedive agency.
Gear Rentals Available
Essential Equipment for Freediving in Seattle!
Whether you’re joining a freediving course or a practice session in Seattle or the greater Pacific Northwest, having the right gear is key to a safe, comfortable, and successful experience in cold water. We make it easy by offering high-quality gear rentals and curated retail offerings from the trusted brands Cressi and Leaderfins.
Freediving Gear Rental Package – $85/day
Our complete rental package includes everything you need to dive safely and comfortably in Puget Sound’s cold waters. You’ll receive:
- 7mm Cressi freedive wetsuit
- 5mm neoprene socks
- 5mm neoprene gloves
- Freediving mask with snorkel
- Leaderfins fiberglass freediving fins
- Hi-Viz rubber weight belt
- Coated lead weights
- Waterproof timing device or stopwatch
***À la carte gear rentals are also available.***
Try Before You Buy
After testing the gear, if it fits comfortably and suits your style, you can apply the rental cost toward purchasing the full gear package (excluding lead weights) within 24 hours of returning the gear.
Rental equipment is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance notice helps ensure availability for your course or session.
Email ryan@freediveseattle.com to reserve your gear.
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