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AIDA and Molchanovs-certified education in Cabo San Lucas. From your first breath-hold to advanced performance. Small groups, Sea of Cortez open water, and personalized coaching.

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AIDA International & Molchanovs

AIDA International

The world's oldest dedicated freediving organization and the competition standard. Defined performance benchmarks at each level — measurable, recognized worldwide. Choose AIDA if you're interested in competition or want the globally standardized pathway.

Molchanovs

Developed by world record holder Alexey Molchanov. The most technique-focused system — emphasis on breath mechanics, body awareness, and equalization from level one. Choose Molchanovs if you want deep technical foundation and personal performance development.

AIDA & Molchanovs Certified

Freediving Courses

Discovery Freediving Discovery
Intro · No Certification · Half Day

Discovery Freediving

Your first experience with breath-hold and the ocean. Breathing preparation, duck-dive technique, breath-hold fundamentals, and shallow open-water practice to approximately 8 meters.

What's Included
  • Breathing & relaxation training
  • Shallow open-water dives (0–8m)
  • Full gear provided
  • Boat & guide included
Depth0–8 m
Price$165 USD
Duration6 hours
Group SizeMax 4
✓ Confident swimmer, age 12+
Level 1 Freediver Level 1
Foundation Course · AIDA ★★ · 3 Days

Level 1: Freediver

The complete foundation of safe freediving. Breathing and relaxation, equalization techniques, static and dynamic apnea, open-water dives to 10–20 meters, and safety and rescue procedures.

What's Included
  • AIDA ★★ certification
  • Equalization fundamentals
  • Safety & rescue training
  • Lunch & meals included
Depth10–20 m
Price$450 USD
Duration3 days
Group SizeMax 4
✓ Confident swimmer, age 12+, medical clearance required
Level 2 Advanced Level 2
Advanced Course · AIDA ★★★ · 4 Days

Level 2: Advanced Freediver

Frenzel equalization technique, freefall and body streamlining, CO₂ and O₂ tolerance training, advanced safety scenarios. Dives to 20–30 meters.

What's Included
  • AIDA ★★★ certification
  • Frenzel equalization coaching
  • Advanced rescue scenarios
  • Video review every dive
Depth20–30 m
Price$560 USD
Duration4 days
Group SizeMax 4
✓ Level 1 certification, comfortable diving to 18–20 m
Level 3 Master Level 3
Performance Course · AIDA ★★★★ · 5 Days

Level 3: Master Performance

Mouthfill equalization, advanced breathwork, FRC dives, visualization, and performance planning. Dives to 30–40 meters. Build toward personal records and compete safely.

What's Included
  • AIDA ★★★★ certification
  • Mouthfill technique mastery
  • Performance visualization
  • Personal record coaching
Depth30–40 m
Price$620 USD
Duration5 days
Age18+
✓ Level 2 certification, comfortable diving to 30+ m, age 18+
Kids Freediving Kids
Young Freedivers · Intro · Half Day

Kids Freediving

A gentle, playful introduction to breath-hold and ocean awareness for young swimmers. No pressure, no depth goals — just comfort, curiosity, and connection with the water.

What's Included
  • Breath awareness games
  • Playful water skills
  • Ocean confidence building
  • Safe, supervised environment
FormatPrivate or small group
DurationHalf day
PriceContact us
AgeFlexible
✓ Contact us for age ranges, pricing, and availability
For certified divers

Training Sessions

Open Water Training
Coached Dives · Sea of Cortez

Open Water Training

Coached dives in the Sea of Cortez with video feedback every session. Depth progression, freefall, equalization in water, rescue technique, breathwork. Boat included.

Duration 2.5–3 hours
Price $125 USD
Bundle 4 $440 USD
Includes Boat, gear, meals
Pool Training
Static & Dynamic · Technique

Pool Training

Static apnea, dynamic with bifins or monofin, body alignment, relaxation, equalization warm-up in a controlled environment. Perfect for technique refinement.

Duration 90 minutes
Price $65 USD
Bundle 2 $100 USD
Format 1:1 or small group
Equalization Coaching
Specialty · In-Person or Online

Equalization Coaching

The single skill that stops most freedivers. Frenzel refinement, mouthfill introduction, hands-free practice, reverse packing. Available in-person or online.

Duration 1 hour
Price $75 USD
Format Online or in-person
Add-on Any water session
Dry Training
Land-Based · Nervous System

Dry Training

Pranayama and lung stretching, CO₂ and O₂ tables, FRC walk practice, nervous system regulation, visualization. Breathwork and mental conditioning on land.

Duration 60–75 minutes
Price $60 USD
Format 1:1 or small group
Also with Yoga/breathwork
Is this right for you

Who Training Is For

Six types of divers benefit most from training sessions.

Certified Divers Wanting More Water Time

You have your certification but want coaching and feedback. Sessions give you structured time in the water with an instructor for focused skill development.

Preparing for Your Next Level

Training between courses accelerates your progression significantly. Whether moving from L1 to L2 or L2 to L3, targeted sessions build confidence and technique.

Stuck on Equalization

If ear pressure stops you at depth, the equalization session is specifically designed to identify and fix that block. Available in-person or online.

Travelers Passing Through

In Baja for a few days and want coached ocean time without a full course? A session or two in the Sea of Cortez is perfect for travelers and visitors.

Athletes Cross-Training

Surfers, divers, swimmers using breath-hold training for performance, recovery, mental conditioning, and athletic development across disciplines.

Preparing for Competition

Working toward a depth or time goal? We design structured preparation around your event timeline, target disciplines, and performance goals.

Common questions

FAQ

Do I need experience to take a course?

No. Discovery and Level 1 are for complete beginners. You'll need to be a confident swimmer — that's all.

Can I do Level 1 and Level 2 back-to-back?

Yes, with a rest day in between. Many students combine levels on longer trips. Contact us when booking to arrange the schedule.

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No. We provide everything — wetsuit, fins, mask, weight belt. You're welcome to bring your own mask or fins if you prefer them.

Are medical requirements needed?

Medical clearance is required for Level 1 and above. We'll send you a form when you book. Some conditions may need discussion.

Which certification should I choose?

Both AIDA and Molchanovs are internationally recognized. AIDA for competition, Molchanovs for deep technical foundation. Contact us and we'll help you decide.

Can I do training sessions as a solo traveler?

Absolutely. Many students arrive solo. We'll either place you in a small group or arrange private sessions based on your preference.

Get in touch

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amancayfreediving@gmail.com
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