BASIC Freediver course
Duration: half day
Depth: only swimming pool (static and dynamic apnea)
Age: min age 12 years old
Groups: maximum 4 people
Medical Check: basic swimming skills, medically fit for diving
*Please check the PADI Medical statement (link) carefully before diving with us. Must be filled before the course starts.
PADI Basic Freediver
Intruduction (pool only)
Discover the freedom of freediving in a relaxed, supportive environment. The PADI Basic Freediver course is the perfect introduction for anyone curious about breath-hold diving but not yet ready for a full certification course.
This experience-focused program teaches you how to breathe, relax, and move efficiently underwater — all while prioritising safety, comfort, and enjoyment.
From
135 €
What to expect
The Basic Freediver course is ideal if you:
Want to try freediving without committing to a full course.
Are interested in breath-hold techniques and underwater awareness.
Want to improve relaxation, breathing, and confidence in the water.
Prefer a short, low-pressure introduction to freediving.
No prior freediving experience is required. Basic swimming ability is enough.
As you progress through the course, you’ll learn about breath control, dynamic apnea, and static apnea, as well as proper freediving equipment usage. Our skilled instructors will guide you towards confidence and proficiency in freediving, allowing you to explore the captivating underwater realm with finesse and agility. Embrace the freedom and serenity of freediving – join us today and embark on a life-changing adventure!
What you learn
Training takes place in confined water (pool or calm shallow water)
- Basic freediving theory and safety principles
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Proper breathing and relaxation techniques
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Static breath-holding skills
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Dynamic freediving techniques (underwater swimming horizontally)
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How to dive comfortably and efficiently on a single breath in shallow water
The Basic Freediver is the first day of the full PADI freediver course so after completing the course, if feeling confident to take the next step it’s possible to continue right away to the Open Water session of the Freediver course.
Schedule
The PADI Basic Freediver course includes:
- Knowledge development (theory session or eLearning).
- Confined water session(s) focusing on breath-hold and technique.
- Optional shallow open-water experience (condition dependent).
- All freediving safety procedures explained and practiced.
The course is typically completed in one half day in the afternoon.
Possibility to continue right away for the LEVEL 2 – PADI Freediver course right after. The next day in the morning heading out with a boat for the depth training for the Ocean dives.
Difference between
south and east coast.
Sri Lanka offers great diversity of dive sites. Differences between diving on the south coast and east coast are significant. You can find wrecks at 6 metres or even at 32 metres depth, magnificent coral reefs, swim-throughs and other specific dive sites. To meet your expectations, please check what you can expect while diving on the south coast compared to the east coast HERE.
When is Sri Lanka diving season?
Diving in Sri Lanka is affected by two monsoons, south west and north east monsoons. The best time to dive in Unawatuna (south coast) is from mid October until April and in Nilaveli, Trincomalee (east coast) from mid March until end of October. It's simple, half year we are operating in Unawatuna and second half we are open in Nilaveli and Trincomalee.
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Frequently asked questions
Why to choose Divinguru for my first experience?
Because our main priority is Safety followed by Customer Service. We have small groups maximum of 4 beginner divers accompanied by our PADI Divemasters or Instructors.
Our multilingual international team makes sure you have the best underwater experience in Sri Lanka. The most important while Try Diving experience is that you have fun!
How long is the duration of the entire experience?
While not a scuba certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.
The duration of the try scuba diving experience is around 3 hours. The main goal is to introduce you the fascinating blue world and experience with you the first breath underwater. You’ll learn the basics about scuba diving, diving gear and the marine environment. After successfully completion you can receive credit toward your first certification the PADI Open Water Diver course.
What marine life we see while scuba diving?
Every dive is unpredictable and unique, that’s why diving is so exciting. As we go off the shore we are in the real nature and no in a zoo. We cannot promise or guarantee to see particular wild animals. However we guarantee that our team makes maximum to find them and fulfill your expectations.
Marine life you may see include: Stingrays, Eagle Rays, Turtles, Moray Eels, Nudibranchs, Cuttlefish, Octopus, Barracuda, Trevally, Angelfish, Triggerfish, Soldier Fish, Surgeon Fish, Pufferfish, Fusiliers, Lion Fish, Sea Stars and many other coral reef fish. Whale Sharks can be spotted on both east and south coast. Black Tip Reef Sharks you find on the famous Pigeon Island, located a few minutes from our Divinguru® Nilaveli Resort. Whales and Dolphins can be spotted around Trincomalee while Whale Watching. If you get really lucky, time to time you might see them in Unawatuna too.