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A focused 2.5-day beginner freediving course on Panglao Island that teaches AIDA, SSI or Molchanovs fundamentals up to 20 m. Mix pool drills, classroom theory, and guided open-water sessions with certified instructors.
A focused 2.5-day beginner freediving course on Panglao Island that teaches AIDA, SSI or Molchanovs fundamentals up to 20 m. Mix pool drills, classroom theory, and guided open-water sessions with certified instructors.
The water is warm and clear, sunlight slicing through a shallow blue as you learn to move without a regulator — one breath, one descent, one measured return. On Panglao’s calm mornings the sea holds you like a patient teacher; afternoons bring trade-wind push and lively reef life that reward surface breaks.
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Operated by Freedive Academy Panglao · Panglao, Bohol
The water is warm and clear, sunlight slicing through a shallow blue as you learn to move without a regulator — one breath, one descent, one measured return. On Panglao’s calm mornings the sea holds you like a patient teacher; afternoons bring trade-wind push and lively reef life that reward surface breaks.
Panglao sits on coralline shelf off Bohol, its beaches and nearby drop-offs formed by ancient reef growth and uplifted limestone. Freediving here ties to local seafaring culture — small-boat fishers and divers have long read currents and tides the way others read weather. The course combines classroom theory (pressure and equalization), pool drills for technique and safety, then open-water sessions that progress to guided 20 m depth attempts under instructor supervision.
Expect hands-on coaching in breathing, relaxation, and buddy safety protocols based on AIDA, SSI or Molchanovs standards. Instructors issue certification (AIDA 2 / SSI Level 1 / Molchanovs Wave 1) after successful completion. Marine highlights commonly include reef fish, gorgonians and the occasional green turtle near cleaning stations; visibility ranges from good to excellent in dry months.
Practical guidance: arrive hydrated and rested, eat light before water sessions, and plan morning slots for calmer seas and better visibility. A basic swim comfort level is required; the school supplies core gear but bringing a well-fitting mask and a personal wetsuit improves comfort. The course is paced for beginners but emphasizes safety and conservative depth progression — an ideal way to convert curiosity into certified freediving skill.
No — this beginner course is designed for newcomers and progresses from pool drills to shallow open-water sessions under instructor supervision.
Course training aims to safely introduce students to freediving depths up to about 20 meters, following agency standards and conservative progression.
Yes — upon successful completion you receive certification appropriate to the chosen agency (AIDA 2, SSI Level 1 or Molchanovs Wave 1).
People with significant cardiovascular or respiratory conditions and pregnant travelers are advised not to participate; disclose medical history during booking and follow instructor guidance.
Freedive Academy Panglao operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The water is warm and clear, sunlight slicing through a shallow blue as you learn to move without a regulator — one breath, one descent, one measured return. On Panglao’s calm mornings the sea holds you like a patient teacher; afternoons bring trade-wind push and lively reef life that reward surface breaks.
The water is warm and clear, sunlight slicing through a shallow blue as you learn to move without a regulator — one breath, one descent, one measured return. On Panglao’s calm mornings the sea holds you like a patient teacher; afternoons bring trade-wind push and lively reef life that reward surface breaks.
Panglao sits on coralline shelf off Bohol, its beaches and nearby drop-offs formed by ancient reef growth and uplifted limestone. Freediving here ties to local seafaring culture — small-boat fishers and divers have long read currents and tides the way others read weather. The course combines classroom theory (pressure and equalization), pool drills for technique and safety, then open-water sessions that progress to guided 20 m depth attempts under instructor supervision.
Expect hands-on coaching in breathing, relaxation, and buddy safety protocols based on AIDA, SSI or Molchanovs standards. Instructors issue certification (AIDA 2 / SSI Level 1 / Molchanovs Wave 1) after successful completion. Marine highlights commonly include reef fish, gorgonians and the occasional green turtle near cleaning stations; visibility ranges from good to excellent in dry months.
Practical guidance: arrive hydrated and rested, eat light before water sessions, and plan morning slots for calmer seas and better visibility. A basic swim comfort level is required; the school supplies core gear but bringing a well-fitting mask and a personal wetsuit improves comfort. The course is paced for beginners but emphasizes safety and conservative depth progression — an ideal way to convert curiosity into certified freediving skill.