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Level 1 Freediver

PRIVATE Level 1 Course - Marathon

Apr 07, 2026
Apr 08, 2026

Day 1 - Theory & Pool (all day)
Day 2 - Open Water Boat Session - Line Diving (half day)

During this course, students train the fundamentals of the FII education system in an easy-to-learn course format operating between the classroom, pool and open water setting. With a high emphasis on freedive safety training and technique development, students master the proper skills to effectively freedive up to depths of 66 feet/20 meters.

Whether a complete beginner or an informally trained freediver/spearfisherman with years of experience, this course will set you on the right path to eliminate bad habits and show you the most efficient and safe freedive techniques.

Course Syllabus
-Level 1 Safety & Problem Management
-Freediving Equipment
-Physics and Physiology for the Level 1 Freediver
-Correct Breathing for Freediving
-Breath-Hold/Static Apnea Technique Development
-Freediving Technique Development
To pass this course level, students must attend all sessions and demonstrate mastery of the F.I.I. Level 1 Freediver skills and knowledge.

Course Duration:
Minimum 3.5 hours of academic work, 3 hours of confined water training, and 2.5 hours of open water depth training (varies per location and size of class).

Prerequisites:
Competent swimming skills and comfortable in open water.

Age Requirement:
Participants must be 16 years or older! (Juniors courses are offered for ages 12-15)

Required Equipment:
Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, weights and timing device.

Freedive Key West has excellent gear that is highly recommended available for purchase at very reasonable rates. Please inquire with instructor about the availability upon registering.

The Course fee is $595 per person

Level 1 Freediver

Instructor: Tracy Wollschlager

2940 Overseas Highway, Formula Freediving, Marathon, Florida

Tuition Fee: $ 595 USD

Deposit: $ 595 USD

Language: English

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