COURSES, TRAINING, RENTALS & FEES

This half-day course introduces you to the fundamentals of freediving in a relaxed, 4-hour session. No homework, no exams, no performance requirements—just learning and fun! We start with an hour of discussion covering essential topics like physiology, equipment, equalization, technique, breathing, and safety. After a short break, you’ll get fitted with freediving equipment: wetsuit, low-volume mask, snorkel, long fins, and weights.

Next, we spend up to 2 hours in the water practicing basic skills and experiencing freediving, with or without a line. While the Freediver certification route is more comprehensive, the Try Freediving course is a great option if you’re short on time. The only requirement is that you can swim; you don’t need to be a strong swimmer, just comfortable in the water.

The course fee is PHP 3,000, or PHP 2,500 per person if you sign up with a friend or join a group. All equipment is provided, and photos or videos may be available depending on water conditions. Typical schedule runs from 8:30 AM to noon.

Minimum age: 10

Freediver

Freediving is more than just an adventure. It is a lifestyle choice and the most wonderful journey of your life. The SSI Freediver certification program gives you all the training and knowledge you need to safely freedive with a buddy in open water environments.

2 to 3 days of fun and adventure where you learn about freediving equipment, breathing techniques, relaxation, physiology, safety, equalization, body position, and technique. You will learn and practice the skills necessary to freedive down to a maximum 20 meters (66 feet) in a single breath. The full course fee of 14000 PHP is due on the first day. All equipment is included for the duration of the course. Typical schedule for the SSI Freediver course is as follows:

Day One: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day Two: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Day Three: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Photos and/or videos may be available if the setting and water conditions allow. If needed towards the completion of the course, additional training days with the instructor are available at a rate of 1000 PHP per session.

Minimum age: 12
Prerequisites: Must be able to swim
Days: 2-3

Advanced Freediver

Ready to take your freediving to the next level? Increase your average breath-hold, improve your freediving efficiency, and take yourself to greater depths.

3 to 4 days of improving your technique and further understanding freediving theories. Learn advanced freediving physiology to further understand what happens to your body as you freedive and how to train your body for freediving. All subjects covered in Level 1 are also reviewed. Dive down to a maximum of 30 meters (98 feet) using a more advanced equalization method! The full course fee of 18000 PHP is due on the first day. All equipment is included for the duration of the course. Photos and/or videos may be available if the setting and water conditions allow. If needed towards the completion of the course, additional training/days with the instructor are available at a rate of 1000 PHP per session.

Minimum age: 15
Prerequisites: SSI Freediver or equivalent certification
Days: 3-4

Performance Freediver

Learn the techniques of a freediving world record holder in the SSI Freediving Level 3 program. The ultimate in freediving training, this program will give you the advanced freediving skills and knowledge you need to dive up to 40 meters deep with a buddy.

This specialist deep freediving course will provide you with all the necessary knowledge and skills to dive to a maximum of 40 meters (131 feet)! 5 to 6 days of learning and freediving past the residual volume of your lungs. Learn how to become a more confident, comfortable, and safer freediver. The full course fee of 22000 PHP is due on the first day. All equipment is included for the duration of the course. Photos and/or videos may be available if the setting and water conditions allow. If needed towards the completion of the course, additional training/days with the instructor are available at a rate of 1000 PHP per session.

Minimum age: 18
Prerequisites: SSI Advanced Freediver or equivalent certification
Days: 5-7

Depth (Line) Training Session / Fun Dive

For certified freedivers seeking improvement, non-certified divers who have completed an introductory course with an accredited instructor, those needing specific guidance, those wanting to explore and play in the Dauin Marine Sanctuary, or experienced freedivers looking for fun or a challenge, we offer this 2-hour session at 1500 PHP per person. Each session includes equipment and is led by an instructor, with a maximum of four freedivers per instructor.

Freediving Equipment Rental Rates

Complete set of gear (not including computer) is 500 PHP for a session. Payable in cash only. We do not rent gear for independent freediving and/or training. Replacement of lost gear is the renter’s responsibility.

Wetsuit: 250
Fins: 250
Mask: 150
Snorkel: 100
Noseclip: 100
Freediving Computer: 250
Safety Lanyard: Free of charge
Weightbelt and weights: Free of charge

Waydoo Subnado Underwater Scooter Rental

Experience the thrill of underwater exploration with the Waydoo Subnado—an ultra-compact underwater scooter built for freediving, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Weighing just 1.4 kg and measuring only 38 cm, it’s one of the most portable sea scooters on the market. With a top speed of 1.4 m/s, a maximum depth of 60 meters, and up to 56 minutes of runtime, the Subnado offers smooth, powerful propulsion for extended underwater adventures. 1000 PHP for 2 hours.