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lahaina kihei dive classes maui manta ray divers

lahaina kihei dive classes maui manta ray divers

lahaina kihei dive classes and maui manta ray divers

lahaina kihei dive classes maui manta ray divers

lahaina kihei dive classes and maui manta ray divers

Discover the world of freediving with Maui Diving. We offer classes in Lahaina and Kihei year round. Divers can gegt closer to manta rays, eagle rays, dolphins, eels and more they you make less noise while freediving.

lahaina kihei dive classes maui manta ray divers

lahaina kihei dive classes and maui manta ray divers

Freediving Classes
Start eLearning from home, at your own pace!

 
Freediving Classes
Start eLearning from home, at your own pace!

Freediving Classes
Start eLearning from home, at your own pace!

Freediver Level 1
   Beginner Certification
Freediver Level 1

Freediving 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. Taking the PADI Freediver course is your first step toward discovering why freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves. Get a closer look at the wildlife such as manta rays, eagle rays, eels and more as you dont make any noise while freediving on one breath!

Freediver Level 1
   Beginner Certification
Freediver Level 1

Freediving 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. Taking the PADI Freediver course is your first step toward discovering why freediving is becoming a popular way to explore beneath the waves.

   Prerequisites

To enroll in a PADI Freediver course you must be at least 15 years old. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.

Younger than 15? 12-year olds and older can enroll in the PADI Basic Freediver course and eight year olds and older can enroll in the PADI Skin Diver course.

   Expectations

The PADI Freediver course consists of three main phases:

  • Knowledge development about freediving principles through independent study with PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in a language you understand).
  • Confined water session to learn breathhold techniques as well as static and dynamic apnea. Goal – static apnea of 90 seconds and dynamic apnea of 25 metres/80 feet.
  • Open water sessions to practice free immersion and constant weight freedives, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal – constant weight freedive of 10 metres/30 feet.

In the PADI Freediver course, you learn to use a mask, snorkel and fins, and may also use a wetsuit and weight belt. Using gear designed specifically for freediving is best, however, in this course, you may be able to use snorkeling equipment you already own.

PADI Freediver eLearning is an interactive study tool that gives you the background information you need to freedive safely and allows you to study at your own pace. Your PADI Freediver Instructor will check on your progress and make sure you understand important freediving information.

Good news – the PADI Freediver eLearning also includes all learning materials for the PADI Advanced Freediver and Master Freediver courses.

 
 
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   Prerequisites

To enroll in a PADI Freediver course you must be at least 15 years old. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.

Younger than 15? 12-year olds and older can enroll in the PADI Basic Freediver course and eight year olds and older can enroll in the PADI Skin Diver course.

   Expectations

The PADI Freediver course consists of three main phases:

  • Knowledge development about freediving principles through independent study with PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in a language you understand).
  • Confined water session to learn breathhold techniques as well as static and dynamic apnea. Goal – static apnea of 90 seconds and dynamic apnea of 25 metres/80 feet.
  • Open water sessions to practice free immersion and constant weight freedives, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal – constant weight freedive of 10 metres/30 feet.

In the PADI Freediver course, you learn to use a mask, snorkel and fins, and may also use a wetsuit and weight belt. Using gear designed specifically for freediving is best, however, in this course, you may be able to use snorkeling equipment you already own.

PADI Freediver eLearning is an interactive study tool that gives you the background information you need to freedive safely and allows you to study at your own pace. Your PADI Freediver Instructor will check on your progress and make sure you understand important freediving information.

Good news – the PADI Freediver eLearning also includes all learning materials for the PADI Advanced Freediver and Master Freediver courses.

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  eLearning
Learn at your own pace from wherever you feel comfortable. All you need is your favorite device.
 
 Forever
Once you're certified, you'll be recognized as a diver anywhere in the world, forever. All you have to do is show your card.
 No Renewal
No subscriptions or renewals. Your certification will stay current without any requirements. Just keep diving!
 
 Community
Divers form one of the most fun, engaging and active communities anywhere you go. Join and enjoy the ride.
* eLearning is paid directly to PADI and may not constitute the entirety of the course. You may need to book your presential portion to get certified. Read the course description and if in doubt consult a staff member.