Learn Something New and Rewarding
The AIDA 1 & 2 Pool Certification Course is for those who would like to learn basic freediving skills for recreational purposes, learning these skills will allow you to enjoy the freedom of swimming in the underwater world without the use of any equipment, as well as the psychological benefits that wonderful sport will bring.
The Course will cover all pool practice disciplines such as dynamic apnea (DYN) and static apnea (STA).
To maintain a high level of quality and attention to our students, we only have a maximum of four (4) available spots, and we will be opening registrations on a first-come(register) first served basis after this email.
Here are some details of the training course with the proposed timing and location:
Pre-requisites:
1. Be 18 years of age or older (16 or 17 years old with a parent or guardian's consent)
2. Can swim at least 200 m non-stop without fins and at least 300 m non-stop with the mask, fins, and snorkel.
Course Structure (What’s included) and Price
1. Two (1 and 1/2 hrs) online sessions (Microsoft Teams) and one online test,
2. Two pool sessions of training will be held at Etobicoke Olympium Pool.
3. AIDA Freediver Certification
4. Free access to Online AF Student Library.
What is not included:
Equipment
Cost: $450 + taxes
Other extra costs: Pool rental: $ 20
Payment and Registration:
Course + Pool must be paid before completing your registration.
For course payment, please follow the link and select the “AIDA 2-Pool Course”, certification option on the website.
Book your Spot
Pool fees can be paid separately by e-transfer to awarenessfreediving@gmail.com and need to be paid before you can be registered entirely.
Proposed Dates:
Online Live Theory Sessions (Microsoft Teams):
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 6:00 -7:30 pm
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 6:00 -7:30 pm
Pool Sessions Dates:
Monday, October 14, and
Monday, October 21, 2024, 9:00-10:30 pm
Pool Location: Etobicoke Olympium Pool.
590 Rathburn Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 3T3
Equipment: Every student is responsible for bringing their equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, and belt with weights).
Course requirements to qualify for AIDA 2 certification:
- 40m distance underwater DYN (dynamic apnea with fins)
- 2:00 stationary breath-hold time in water STA (static apnea)
- One final exam, with a minimum passing score of 75%
- Safety rescue exercises for pool performance
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Thank you and we hope to see you in the blue……