Thu, Jan 12
|Blue Element Freediving
Beginner Freediver Course - PRIVATE COURSE - Soufriere, Dominica
Learn the basics of freediving by uncovering your natural underwater ability. You will learn how to dive down 20 meters, develop techniques to hold your breath longer and rescue/safety skills. This course offers dry training, confined water and open water diving for your freediving education.


Time & Location
Jan 12, 2023, 9:00 AM PST – Jan 14, 2023, 5:00 PM PST
Blue Element Freediving, Soufriere, Dominica
About The Event
Molchanovs Wave 1 - Private Freediver Course - Dominica, West Indies
PLEASE READ (1) to (8) below. It's a lot to read I know, but there's plenty of info for you!Â
1) COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The Wave 1 Freediver Course from Molchanovs Education is intended for anyone interested in freediving up to 20 meters (65 feet) and learning the fundamentals of breath-holding underwater. The Molchanovs Education program places a strong focus on safety, technical skills and training. As a course participant you will be part of the Molchanovs Community, have access to online Base Training and coaching with the Molchanovs online platform.
Course Includes:
- Molchanovs Wave 1 Freediver Course (accepted and acknowledged world-wide)
- Online Theory + Knowledge Study
- Access to online manuals, videos and training platform
- Online Theory + Knowledge Review Session
- Confined Water Session*
- Three Open Water Sessions
- Learning the Frenzel Equalization technique
- Learn rescue and safety skills in freediving
- Practice static and dynamic apnea
- Introduction to breathwork and pranayama
- Learn relaxation and visualization techniques for deep diving
- Option of only completing pool training part of course (Lap 1)
*Please note if pools are closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, the confined water session will be replaced by an additional open water session at no additional cost.Â
Passing Requirements:
- 1 min 30 sec static
- CWTB & FIM 12-20m
- CWTB Buddying 6-10m
- Rescue from 6-10m
Insurance (Optional):Â
- Free medical coverage for students: an exclusive benefit for DAN Professional Members.
- Offered at no cost to the student.
- Up to US$25,000 coverage for medical expenses for injuries occurring during entry-level training.
- Coverage ends 180 days after registration or until last certifying dive.
2) COURSE PRICING:
- Course Cost: 899$CAD + applicable taxes per personÂ
- Course Cost Includes Wave 1 Freediver Certificate
- Course Payment: Due to limited spaces, we are asking for full payment upon event reservation.
- Cancellation and Refund Policy: Please see below.
3) SCHEDULE:
The Molchanovs Wave Program is one of the most intensive open water freediving courses available. Please expect a full weekend of diving, learning and fun!
Day 1 (Online): Online theory review, Q & A session, Molchanovs Dashboard use & intro to Base Training
Day 2 (In Person): Open water part 1, confined water session*, intro to techniques & equalisation skillsÂ
Day 3 (In Person): Open Water Part 2 and 3, rescue and safety skills, breathwork & yoga
4) COURSE PRE-REQUISITES:
- Able to swim 200 meters non-stop & comfortable in an open water settingÂ
- Must be 18 years old (16 years old with parent/guardian consent)
- Signed medical statement and liability forms
- Signed COVID-19 liability and waiver form.Â
5) EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
- Freediving specific wetsuit, two-piece (5mm to 7mm thickness recommend) or a 7mm surfing wetsuit with hood
- Neoprene gloves and booties (make sure booties fit with fins)
- Fins (freediving fins or snorkelling fins) with closed-heel
- Rubber/nylon weight-belt and weights
- Mask and snorkel
- Warm clothes, change of clothes, towels and footwear
- We suggest to bring a warm beverage for before and after diving
- Visit the Freedive Wire Shop for an excellent selection of freediving equipment: https://shop.freedivewire.com/Â
- Receive 10% off selected Molchanovs Equipment using code "SEATOSKY10" here: https://molchanovs.com/
6) PRO TIPS & TRICKS:
- Try not to eat 2-3 hours before any freediving session (i.e. static, dynamic or open water)
- Do some light stretching or yoga at home before coming to a session
- Come well dressed and warm (yes, even during summer time in Canada)
- Bring extra warm/dry clothes and extra warm beverage, snacks and light food
- Bring a yoga mat or any other equipment related to stretching, breathwork or meditation
- Ginger Tea is an excellent way to stay warm beforehand, read why here
PAYMENT DETAILS & CANCELLATION POLICY:
i. Payment:
- Due to limit spaces, we are asking for full payment upon booking.
ii. Payment Options:
- Secure credit card transactions protected by Wix Bookings and Stripe.
- Canadian clients can e-transfer to info@seatoskyfreediving.com. Please contact us for this option.
- PayPal transfers also available to non-Canadians (3.5% additional transfer fee).
iii. Cancellation Policy (Starting January 2022):
- Full refund 60 days before the event starting date.
- 50% refund between 60 days and 30 days of event starting date.
- No refund after 30 days of event starting date.
- Please note refunds might be subject to withholding of payment/transfer fees.
Cost
Molchanovs Wave 1 Course
Payment Options: 1) Secure credit card transactions protected by Wix Bookings and Stripe. 2) Canadian clients ONLY can e-transfer to info@seatoskyfreediving.com. Please contact us for this option. 3) PayPal transfers also available to non-Canadians (5% additional transfer fee).
CA$899.00Tax: +CA$107.88 GST/PST
Total
CA$0.00