Thrilling 4-Day Manila Freediving Zero to Hero Program with Gear Rental, Videos & E-Certificate
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Join this 4-day Zero-to-Hero freediving program in Manila and earn your course certificate. This Manila diving package covers pool fees, instructor fees, and the rental fins, masks, and snorkeling gear for your freediving course. At the end of this zero-to-hero freediving program, you will receive an E-certificate recognized internationally, an Azul shirt, an online manual, and class videos.
On the day of your course, head straight to Blueworld Dive Center in Parañaque or Dive Buddy in Muntinlupa. Upon arrival, present the electronic copy of your confirmation voucher at the reception desk. This 4-day freediving course is open to non-swimmers who want to be a certified freediver.
Over four days, you will receive in-depth instruction covering the fundamentals of freediving, techniques, and essential safety protocols. You will learn from certified freediving experts who will guide you through each step, ensuring you master the skills required for safe and effective freediving. You will engage in a mix of theory sessions and practical in-water training, including depth training, survival swimming, and dynamic bi-fins techniques.
On the first day, the schedule includes a 1-hour theory session, two hours of in-water training, and 1-hour in-water practice sessions. The theory session includes the practice of breathing exercises. It also discusses equalization and common lessons about freediving. Then, on the second to fourth day, you will have a 2-hour in-water training and a 1-hour in-water practice session.
During your session, you'll have lessons on the basics of freediving, breathing exercises, equalization techniques, freediving methods, safety protocols, and various freediving disciplines. The course also covers survival techniques like free immersion, equalization, the buddy system, and freediving disciplines like constant weight. You will have opportunities for training and practice sessions during the course.
After completing the 4-day program, you will receive your E-certificate, an online manual, a complimentary shirt, and a copy of your class videos.
Enhance your diving skills and learn survival swimming with this Manila freediving course. Check the availability by choosing a date.
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Daily itinerary
Day 1 - Day 1: Theory Session + In-water Training + In-water Practice Session
On the day of your Zero to Hero freediving program, head to Blueworld Dive Center in Parañaque or Dive Buddy in Muntinlupa. When you arrive, show the electronic copy of your confirmation voucher at the reception desk.
Prepare your swimwear, and the guide will hand you everything you need for the session, like fins, masks, and snorkeling gear. Once ready, your freediving course will start with a 1-hour theory session. In this session, you may receive lessons on the basics of freediving, breathing exercises, equalization techniques, various freediving methods, safety measures, and freediving disciplines.
Following this, you will have your in-water training. During this 2-hour session, you will practice breathing exercises and static and dynamic apnea and perform freedives while using the buddy system and ensuring safety. After the theory session and in-water training, there will be a 1-hour in-water practice session.
Day 2 - Day 2: In-water Training + In-water Practice Session
Today, you will have your 2-hour in-water training and 1-hour in-water practice session. During your 2-hour in-water training session, your instructors will guide you through improving key skills like breath control and relaxation. You'll work on your freediving technique and learn equalization for a confident dive. With practice, you'll execute dives accurately and understand the importance of safety measures like the buddy system.
In the in-water practice session, you will have the opportunity to apply the techniques and methods learned during the training. This session serves as a hands-on opportunity to refine your skills, focusing on aspects such as breath control, relaxation, equalization, and executing freedives with precision. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you'll receive feedback and guidance to enhance your performance and build confidence in your freediving abilities.
Day 3 - Day 3: In-water Training + In-water Practice Session
Similar to the previous day, you will have another 2-hour in-water training and 1-hour in-water practice session. During your in-water training, you may receive new lessons in freediving, such as survival techniques, buddy system, freediving methods, and disciplines. Additionally, you'll learn various techniques, including duck diving, dynamic bi-fins, swimming without fins, and executing dolphin kicks.
Depending on the instructor, each day may provide you with different freediving lessons of in-water training or similar ones in advance.
After your in-water training, you will have another 1-hour in-water practice session to apply all the knowledge and techniques you have learned from the in-water training. With the guidance of your instructor, you will practice the methods, or your instructor will assess your skills and give you feedback.
Day 4 - Day 4: In-water Training + In-water Practice Session
On the last day of your Zero-to-Hero freediving program, you will have sessions similar to those on days 2 and 3. Your 2-hour in-water training will give you new or similar lessons like practicing breathing exercises and static apnea, along with mastering survival swimming, which entails swimming a distance of 200 meters or treading water continuously for 5 minutes.
This freediving course will also teach you some survival skills, such as free immersion, equalization techniques, implementing the buddy system, and freediving disciplines like constant weight.
Following your in-water training, you will have your last one-hour practice session, during which you can put into practice everything you've learned. Your instructor will guide you as you apply the techniques and skills from the training.
Upon completion of your Zero to Hero Freediving Program, you'll be awarded an e-certificate acknowledging your participation. Along with a shirt from Azul Freediving, an online manual, and copies of your class videos, these will serve as souvenirs of your freediving journey.
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Tour Information: This private diving course is available during weekdays (Monday to Friday).
Meet-up Information: Guide to the Philippines will send tour reminders at least (1) day before the activity date through your registered email address or mobile number. Please keep all communication lines open. Make sure to have the electronic copy of your confirmed tour voucher ready.
On the day of the course, please head straight to Blueworld Dive Center (Parañaque)/Dive Buddy (Muntinlupa). Present the electronic copy of your confirmation voucher at the personnel in charge of the reception upon arrival. Strictly no latecomers or class reservations might be forfeited. To arrange for a private hotel pick-up and drop-off, please email booking@guidetothephilippines.ph. Additional transportation fees apply.
Tour Proper: Please be reminded also to dress appropriately. All guests are expected to do their share in ensuring their safety and security as well as that of their personal belongings. Guide to the Philippines and Tour Operators are not liable for the loss or damage to any personal belongings left unattended during the tour.
Children Friendly: For 10 years old and above. Accompanying adults is recommended.
Pet Friendly: No. Please understand that the operator does not allow pets inside.
Senior Citizen/PWD Friendly: This may be a medium to extreme activity so we suggest to consult with your physician before proceeding with your booking.
Cancellation Policy: The operator may cancel the activity in case of force majeure or unforeseen circumstances like weather conditions. In this case, you will be given the option to reschedule or request a full refund. Schedule cancellation requests must be made 48 hours before your original subject to approval. No shows are not entitled to reschedule and refund.
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