Freediving Instructor Course

Adventure Overview

Level‑up from athlete to teacher during a 7–10‑day Freediving Instructor Course in Dahab, Egypt. Across two 2026 intakes (20‑30 January / 20‑30 April), experienced AIDA or Molchanovs freedivers dive deep into pedagogy: classroom theory, risk management, budgeting & marketing, plus daily open‑water and pool sessions that refine demonstration skills and equalisation coaching. 

Guided by world‑class instructor‑trainers Olga Rodnova (CMAS record‑holder) and Pete Botman (five‑time CMAS Masters World Champion), candidates master how to run warm‑ups, design training programs, teach in the pool and deep water, and present their own specialty projects. Graduates leave Dahab with an international instructor certificate, one‑year active status, post‑course mentoring, and even the chance to intern with the Personal Best team. Courses are delivered in Russian or English, cost include all teaching materials and on‑site support.

Key highlights

• Theory classes and how to explain freediving concepts simply for practical understanding

They develop skills to break down complex freediving principles into clear, easy-to-understand lessons for students of all levels.

• General and specialized stretching exercises for freedivers

Instruction on targeted stretching routines that enhance flexibility, improve performance, and reduce injury risk specific to freediving.

• Equalization techniques, including how to recognize and solve common problems

Training on various equalization methods and troubleshooting common difficulties to ensure safe and effective pressure management underwater.

• Confined water sessions (STA, DYNB)

Practical teaching of static apnea (STA) and dynamic apnea with fins (DYNB) exercises in controlled environments to build confidence and technique.

• How to create effective workouts

Guidance on designing structured training plans tailored to improve freediving endurance, strength, and breath-hold capacity.

• Open water classes

Methods for safely conducting freediving lessons in open water, emphasizing environmental awareness and student supervision.

Intro

Not included