Beginner Freediving Course in Las Galletas, Tenerife
Apnea Academy's Level 1 Freediving course will teach you the basics of freediving in Las Galletas, Tenerife
Practical information
Discover freediving through a structured mix of theory, pool practice, and open-water sessions with the Apnea Academy Level 1 freediving course in Las Galletas, Tenerife!
Course of events
Please note that this course includes 4 practical sessions, which can be completed over 2 to 4 days (8 to 15 hours).
- Meet your instructor, complete registration, and receive your course materials
- Begin with an introduction to freediving theory, covering safety, breathing, equalisation, and relaxation
- Practise dry breathing and yoga-based relaxation techniques to prepare for water sessions
- Start in the pool with static apnea (holding your breath while still), then move on to dynamic apnea (underwater swimming on a single breath)
- Target performances: 1 minute 45 seconds in static, 30 metres in dynamic
- Head out by boat to open-water dive sites near Las Galletas for your constant weight sessions
- Practise deep dives with fins, applying breathing, equalisation, and rescue techniques in real conditions
- Target depth: 8 metres
- Wrap up the course with a personal debrief and receive your Apnea Academy Level 1 certification if performance goals are met
Objectives
By the end of the course, you will aim to achieve the following performance objectives:
- 1 minute 45 seconds of static apnea
- 30 metres of dynamic apnea
- 8 metres of depth in open water
Through the course, you’ll gain the skills to:
- Control your breath using proper breathing and relaxation techniques
- Understand the physiology and safety principles of freediving
- Practise compensation, equalisation, and rescue techniques
- Build confidence and comfort underwater with complete basic freediving equipment
Activity requirements
All participants must be able to swim.
Minors must have authorization from their parents.
Spoken languages:
Spanish, EnglishIncluded
- All necessary equipment
- Instructor
Excluded
- Transfer
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Snacks
- Bottle of water
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Push your limits and learn to master your breath with a beginner freediving course in Las Galletas, Tenerife!
Discover the basics of freediving in the open waters of Tenerife with Ocean Friends, and take your first steps into one of the most fascinating and challenging water sports out there. Freediving is all about breath control, relaxation, and mental focus, a true journey into the depths of both the ocean and yourself.
This Level 1 Freediving Course follows the standards of SSI (Scuba Schools International), a globally recognized freediving certification. With the experienced instructors at Ocean Friends, you'll enjoy a safe, progressive, and inspiring introduction to freediving.
The course includes 4 practical sessions, which can be completed over 2 to 4 days, depending on sea conditions and group size. In total, the course lasts between 8 to 15 hours, and all practical sessions usually take place in the sea, offering a fully immersive experience.
Here’s what you’ll learn during your freediving journey:
- Static apnea: Learn to hold your breath while staying still, focusing on relaxation and control.
- Dynamic apnea: Improve your breath-hold while swimming horizontally.
- Constant weight freediving: Dive deeper while maintaining your breath, using fins or a monofin.
- Theory: Understand the physiology of freediving, breathing and equalization techniques, safety procedures, and rescue/self-rescue protocols.
- Relaxation & breathwork: Explore yoga-based breathing and mental techniques to enhance your performance.
The course is designed for beginners with no prior experience, and the structure will be adapted according to the number of participants and ocean conditions to ensure the best possible learning environment.
Ready to dive in? Join this certified SSI Level 1 freediving course in Las Galletas and start exploring the ocean like never before!