Molchanovs Wave / Lap 1 – Beginner Freediving
In this introductory course, you learn the basics of freediving and discover your natural freediving ability. You are taught to learn techniques to hold your breath beyond a minute and a half and to do breath-hold dives with and without fins. Topics include physics and physiology of freediving, an introduction to freediving equalization, relaxation and breathing techniques, and rescue and safety procedures. If you are taking the Wave 1 course, you are also taught to freedive to a depth of 12-20 meters (40-66 feet) in open water.
Passing Requirements
POOL REQUIREMENTS
- Static (STA) : 1 min 30 sec
- Dynamic Bi-Fin (DYNB) : 30m
OPEN WATER REQUIREMENT
- Constant Weight Bi-Fin (CWTB) : 12m – 20m
- Free Immersion (FIM) : 12m – 20m
- CWTB Buddying : 6m – 10m
- Rescue : 6m – 10m
Rate & Duration
Php 16,000 per person
- Wave 1 Freediving Course
- 2D1N accommodation
- Inclusive of 4 basic Filipino meals
(Day 1: LD | Day 2: BL)
*prices may change without prior notice
COURSE DURATION : 2 – 3 days
- Theory and discussion
- 1 pool session
- 2 – 3 open water session
- Max of 4 students
WAVE 1 INCLUSIONS
- Wave 1 online course manual & materials
- Instructor’s fee & Molchanovs registration
- Access to Molchanovs Base Training
POOL & OPEN WATER
- STA & DYNB
- FIM & CWTB
- Streamlining
- Safety & rescue
- Physics & Physiology
- Use of safety lanyard
- Equalization techniques
- Finning technique & turn
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Intro to DNF
About the Instructor
Our very own Richard Ayroso, Co-Founder of SkinDivePH, was trained by freediving legends and renowned instructors Alexey Molchanov and Adam Stern during his ‘Deep Week’ Instructorship Course in Bali. He now possesses the knowledge cultivated by the world’s best, and he can guide you on your freediving journey.
Exclusions
- Pool entrance fee
- mask, snorkel, and fins rental
- Land transfers to and from Batangas
Other Requirements
- Must be FIT to do strenuous activity like skindiving / freediving
- FREE FROM COVID-19 SYMPTOMS for the past 14 days prior to our dive schedule
- NO EXPOSURE to COVID-19 CONFIRMED / SUSPECTED PERSON for the past 14 days prior to our dive schedule
- Covid-19 VACCINATION CARD
- Swab test result in the absence of vaccination card (valid within 14 days)
What’s Next?
In Molchanovs Wave 2 Advanced Freediving Course, you will extend your limits in all disciplines, going as deep as -30 meters.
Exclusive Offer!
Get ₱ 4000 Off on your wave 1 course
All SDPH active members are qualified
Applicable for group booking only