This course offers a basic knowledge of freediving, for those interested in learning snorkel or freedive no deeper than 5-10 meters, or as an introductory class that will prepare for more advanced freediving training later on. 

Course Structure:

Theory session

Pool training

What is covered:

Introductory skills such as relaxation of body and mind, finning techniques, duck dives, and basic equalization

Prerequisites:

• Be 18 years of age or older (16 years old with a parent or guardian consent)

• Be able to swim at least 100m non-stop

What to bring for the pool session:

Students are expected to bring the following:

• Mask, (available for rent)

• Snorkel, (available for rent)

• Fins, (available for rent)

• weight belt, (available for rent)

• wetsuit (2mm), optional (available for rent)

Requirements for course approval: NONE

Cost: $195 + taxes

Other extra costs:

Pool rental: $17 + tax / session

Payment and Registration

Course + Pool must be paid before completing your registration.

For course payment, please follow the link and select the “AIDA 1”, certification option on the button below

Pool fees payment, These can be paid separately by using this link at Freedive Toronto, https://www.freedivetoronto.com/book-online and need to be paid before you can be registered.

Proposed Dates:‍ ‍

Theory & Pool session: November 23, 2026, 8:30 -10:20 pm.

Location: Toronto Pan Am Pool, 875 Morningside Ave., Toronto