Freediver

If you think freediving is just like snorkeling (but going really deep) - think again. Freediving is an entirely different way to experience the underwater world. You’ll dive deeper, stay down longer, and feel part of the ocean itself.

Though freediving appears to be relatively simple, there is a lot to know about safety and physiology. A non-trained freediver risks ear, sinus, and lung injuries, blackouts, and could potentially drown. An experienced, insured freediving instructor can help you advance your skills and avoid serious risks. If you already have some freediving experience, the expert techniques taught by PADI Freediving instructors can help you quickly increase depth and time underwater but also enhance your personal and buddy-related safety skills.

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The PADI Basic Freediver course is a subset of the PADI Freediver course. It's a great first step for developing solid freediving skills. You learn basic freediving principles and focus on practicing breathhold techniques in a pool or confined water site.

What do I need to start?

  • You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health.
  • No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.
  • Minimum age: 12 years old

What is included?

  • All equipment
  • "eLearning access Key" allowing access to
    • PADI Freediver eLearning
  • Log Book endorsement
  • PADI Freediver Certification eCard


2026 Course Dates

Saturday 11th April PADI Basic Freediver 1 day course (delivered by freedivers.co.uk) Info
Monday 13th April PADI Basic Freediver 2 evenings course continues 16/4 (delivered by freedivers.co.uk) Info
Monday 11th May PADI Basic Freediver 2 evenings course continues 14/5 (delivered by freedivers.co.uk) Info

Freediving courses are delivered by freedivers.co.uk

More information and booking details can be found here.



Medical Statement

Please print and complete the PADI Medical Statement before attending any diving course. If you require a doctor's signature you must obtain this prior to attending. If your own doctor can't help we recommend North West Diving Medical Services.

Download PADI Medical Statement