Become a Basic Freediver - Learn how to freedive today! The SSI Basic Freediver course is your first step into the peaceful, exhilarating world of freediving. During this entry-level program, you will learn how to freedive safely with a buddy in a pool/confined water up to a depth of five meters. Online training is combined with in-water practice sessions to give you all the skills and knowledge you need to be a confident freediver. Upon completing this program, you will earn your SSI Basic Freediver certification. Discover Local Course Dates Whether you’re on the move or planning ahead, we’ve got you covered. Never miss out on exciting training opportunities and register with ease. Facts and Training Standards Minimum Age 10Amount of Academic Sessions 4Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions 2Amount of Open Water Sessions 1Maximum Training Depth 5 m / 15 ftSuggested duration (h) 6-8Certification Prerequisites Fit to swim, No certification prerequisitesSSI Standards Languages Português (Brazil) 简体字 Česky Dansk Nederlands English English US (imperial) Français Deutsch ελληνικά עברית Italiano 日本語 한국어 Norsk (Bokmål) Polski Português (Portugal) Русский Español Svenska ภาษาไทย Türkçe українська мова New World, One Breath Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program: Learn to hold your breath with comfort Explore the world underwater in a single breath Discover your true breath-holding potential Get Certified as a Freediver You are about to embark on one of the greatest adventures of your life. Becoming a freediver is the first step on a journey that will forever change the way you experience the world. You will explore the wonders of a weightless underwater world, interact with incredible marine life, and discover ecosystems hidden beneath the surface. We recommend you start your freediver training right away by shooting for the SSI Freediver course, your entry ticket to dive the world’s best dive sites. FreediverJoin the SSI Freediver course and learn how to freedive with a buddy in open water environments to a depth of 20 meters. Your global freediving adventures begin here!12Minimum Age16-20Suggested duration (h)2Open Water SessionsAdvanced FreediverDiscover new freediving breathing exercises, go open water freediving to 30 meters, and improve your breath holding with the invaluable SSI Advanced Freediver course. Get started online today!15Minimum Age24-30Suggested duration (h)4Open Water SessionsTraining TechniquesLearn exercises to do at home and in the water to progress faster in your freediving training. Discover your strengths and weaknesses and create a personalized training plan to better your performance. Join the SSI Training Techniques specialty!12Minimum Age6-8Suggested duration (h) More Information Training Prerequisites SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of: Swim Assessment Survival Float Technical Requirements To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App. Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid. Training Center Selection & Affiliation Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience. Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations. Medical & Administrative Requirements Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian. Responsible Diver Code SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range Diving Diver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required) Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union) Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification) Training Course Costs Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are: Training Materials / Digital Kit Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training Open Water Training Dives Certification Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. Featured Destinations ideal for Freediving Beginner Check out MyDiveGuide - the world’s largest dive site database of more than 10,000 dive sites, including wildlife maps and thrilling specialist dives. Discover idyllic destinations where you can start freediving and get certified as a freediver. Combine a holiday with your training and create a lifetime experience you will never forget. 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