AIDA 1 Freediving Discovery

Please select your course start date (Thursday) when booking. Your course will run on the Thursday you choose and the following Saturday (e.g. Feb 25 & 27).

DRIFTERS FREEDIVING REVIEWS - AIDA 1

“Highly recommended! These guys were super helpful from the beginning to the end. Brenton taught the AIDA 1 & 2 class I was in, both myself and my friend who did AIDA 1 were really happy with the teaching and the knowledge he had to offer from many years of diverse experience. The group was small and each individual was catered to at whatever level they were at. We got SO much out of it; we'll be back for more!!”

Peninsula Videos, AIDA 1 + 2

“Thank you Jarrod! Endless gratitude for leading me through the process to overcome my hydrophobia of 40 years! Your patience, compassion and ability to create the safety I needed to trust myself in water was the greatest gift to receive. As I now embark on my Freediving journey through the AIDA levels and more water time, I know I will be actively supported as I take to meet myself at greater depths!”

Pamela Carrasco, AIDA 1 and private coaching

“The Drifters freediving course was excellent!! Both instructors, were highly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching. They made every step of the process feel safe and enjoyable, from learning breathing techniques to pushing personal limits in the water. The course was a perfect balance of theory and practice, with plenty of hands-on training to build confidence. Jarrod and Brenton tailored their approach to each student, ensuring everyone felt supported and encouraged. They made it approachable and fun. Whether you’re looking to explore the underwater world or challenge yourself with something new, this is the ideal introduction.”

Freya Sach, AIDA 1 + 2

The AIDA 1 Freediving course is an introduction to Freediving and a great starting point for people wanting to discover their Freediving abilities. It is suitable for people with limited or no snorkelling and underwater experience with a desire to gain more.

AIDA 1 is a 1.5 day immersion designed to be fun, informative and explore your breath holding abilities. On the Thursday evening of this course we cover the basics of breath hold physiology, safe diving protocols and techniques to help you remain calm under water. On the Saturday morning we explore dynamic apnea, freediving buddying, rescues and equalisation - as well as some fun underwater games to build confidence.

If you would love to spend more time with marine life or find a new level of calm in stressful situations, this course is a great starting point for your journey.

These courses are currently being instructed at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre in Albert Park.

The cost of the course is $350.

WHAT YOU LEARN in AIDA 1

• Basic freediving physiology 

• Relaxation and mental techniques

• Skills to hold your breath for 1 minute and 30 seconds plus

• Basic equalisation techniques

• Duck dives and finning technique 

• Rescue and buddying skills

WHAT TO BRING

• Fins, mask and snorkel

• Wetsuit appropriate for the conditions - something to keep you warm in the pool 

• Weight and weight belt (can be provided if you do not own these)

PREREQUISITES 

• Students should have basic swimming skills and be able to swim 200m without stopping.

• Students should be over 18 years of age, or have parent/guardian's approval if between 16 and 18 years of age.

We can run courses on alternative dates if we have 2 or more people confirmed. If available dates are not suitable, please express interest via the “Send a Message“ button below