{"title":"Freediving Courses","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFreediving is about inward power, discipline and control. If you've always wanted to enter the underwater world quietly, on your own terms, staying as long as your breath allows, then freediving is for you. \u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aida-1-introduction-to-freediving","title":"AIDA 1 Introduction to Freediving","description":"\u003cp\u003eEver wondered what it feels like to glide through the underwater world on a single breath, completely at peace? The AIDA 1 course is your perfect gateway to the breathtaking world of freediving. Designed strictly for beginners, this introductory course focuses on comfort, safety, and the fundamental joy of breath-hold diving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIDA 1 curriculum is split between classroom theory and a practical water session (usually in a pool or calm, shallow open water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Basics of Freediving: Understand the difference between freediving and snorkeling, and learn about the essential gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreathing \u0026amp; Relaxation: Master specialized breathing techniques to prepare your mind and body for a comfortable breath-hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Physiology of Freediving: Learn the basics of how your body adapts to being underwater (the Mammalian Dive Reflex).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEqualization Techniques: Discover how to safely relieve pressure in your ears as you descend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Buddying: Learn the golden rule of freediving—never dive alone—and how to look after your dive partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 39.1876px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2852%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.3538%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e9:30 am —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcademics (Blackburn Shop) \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2852%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.3538%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:00 pm — Pool Session (Ringwood\/ Box Hill or nearby Swimming Pool)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2852%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.3538%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDebrief (Blackburn Shop) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMust be 18 years of age or older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMust be able to swim at least 100 meters non-stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo prior freediving or snorkeling experience required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to be able to hold my breath for a long time before taking this course? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot at all! A common misconception is that you need a massive lung capacity to start. We will teach you relaxation and breathing techniques that will naturally and safely extend your breath-hold time far beyond what you think you are capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between AIDA 1 and AIDA 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIDA 1 is a relaxed, single-day introduction often conducted entirely in a pool or sheltered water. It has no performance requirements (like a specific depth or time) and focuses on comfort. 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A common misconception is that you need a massive lung capacity to start. We will teach you relaxation and breathing techniques that will naturally and safely extend your breath-hold time far beyond what you think you are capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if I can't meet the depth or time requirements? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't stress! AIDA 2 is a performance-based course, but it is taught in a supportive, relaxed manner. If you don't meet the requirements (e.g., you struggle to hit 16 meters or hold your breath for 2 minutes), you will not \"fail.\" Instead, you will receive a \"Referral.\" You have up to one year to return to any AIDA instructor globally to complete your remaining requirements and claim your certificate. This is the AIDA global referral arrangement; training with Simple Dive must be completed within 90 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI have trouble popping my ears when I scuba dive or snorkel. Can I still do AIDA 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Equalization issues are the most common hurdle for beginners. In AIDA 2, we dedicate a lot of time to teaching the Frenzel technique, which uses your tongue and throat muscles rather than your lungs to equalize. It is much gentler and more effective than the Valsalva method typically used in scuba diving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should I choose AIDA over other training agencies (like PADI or SSI)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIDA (Association Internationale pour le Développement de l'Apnée) is the original, democratic federation dedicated purely to freediving. 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