Have you ever wondered how humans are able to dive deep into the water for extended periods of time without breathing equipment? Perhaps you’ve been wondering whether there actually are distinctions between snorkeling and freediving. Here are the responses to some of the most commonly asked questions about learning to free dive.
What Is Freediving?
Diving into deep water with just one breath and with no breathing apparatus is referred to as ‘freediving’. Freedivers utilize inward control, discipline, power, and spearfishing gear to dive into the ocean with their breath held until they emerge. Freediving is a both recreational and sporting activity, with numerous freediving contests held annually around the world.
What Is the Difference Between Snorkeling and Freediving?
Although both freediving and snorkeling require the use of similar equipment, the two are distinct. Snorkelers stay on the surface of the ocean, looking down with their masks while taking a breath in their snorkels. In contrast, freedivers go deep beneath the surface of the water, holding their breaths until they return to the surface. Freedivers use their snorkel only at the surface of the water, and then remove the piece of equipment prior to their dive.
If I Can’t Hold My Breath for a Long Time Does That Mean I Can’t Freedive?
This is one of the most popular misconceptions about freediving. If you’re trained properly you’ll be able to master breath-hold methods that can lead to you being surprised by how long you can keep your breath.
Do I Need to Know How to Swim?
While you don’t need to become an Olympic swimmer to do the course, it’s crucial to feel confident on the surface. To be a Freediver, you need to be capable of swimming 200 meters/218 yards. This is a non-timed swim and can be completed using any stroke. So it’s possible to take your time. Additionally, you’ll need to learn numerous breath-hold strategies, some of which require swimming underwater as well as at depth.
How Old Do I Need to Be to Start Freediving?
To be enrolled in the Freediver course you must be at least fifteen years of age. If you’re less than 15 and would like to learn you can freedive, we offer special courses that are available. Students aged 12 or older can enroll in the Basic Freediver course, and any person aged eight years of age or older can start taking their Skin Diver course.
How Long Does It Take to Get Certified?
Classes are designed to ensure that the required skills can be learned regardless of specific time intervals. Some people may find the skills they need to be able to acquire and others may require an extra amount of time. Despite your natural ability, it is the Freediver Course will ensure that you have the proper skills to be able to freely dive.