The PADI Advanced Freediver course consists of three main phases:

• Knowledge development about advanced freediving techniques and equipment. You'll study independently using the PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in your language).
• Confined water session to learn stretching and relaxation techniques as well as refine static and dynamic apnea. Goal - static apnea of 2 minutes, 30 seconds (2 minutes for freedivers younger than 18) and dynamic apnea of 50 metres/165 feet (40 metres/130 feet for freedivers younger than 18)
• Open water sessions to practice deeper free immersion and constant weight freedives, along with additional buddy procedures and rescue techniques. Goal - constant weight freedive of 20 meters/65 feet (15 metres/50 feet for freedivers younger than 18)

To enroll in a PADI Advanced Freediver course, you must be at least 15 years old and hold a PADI Freediver certification (or a qualifying certification from another freediver organization).

It is recommended to have Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR w/AED and First Aid) training within the past 24 months. 

For this course you will need to have the following equipment:

• Mask and snorkel - a low volume freediving mask and freediving snorkel 
• Full Foot fins - Freediving long fins - full foot that fit properly. 
  • You may also want neoprene socks (1.5mm, 3mm or 5mm) and/or fin keepers.
• Weight belt - you will need to have a rubber/silicone freediving weight belt with a Marseilles buckle.
• Wetsuit - Freediving wetsuits are the best option, 3mm or whatever you need for thermal protection.
• Weights - You need to have the proper amount of weight for your configuration/equipment.

Additional fees:

Course fees do not cover the Hudson Grotto fee.  Divers will need to pay for the Hudson Grotto day use fee at Letts Dive when signing up for this course.