AIDA 1 FreeDIVING Course Overview
Urban Training Centre offers free diving courses that adhere to AIDA standards, providing a structured approach to learning breath-hold diving, safety, and depth training for both recreational and competitive divers.
The AIDA 1 Freediving Course is an introductory program designed for those new to freediving. It covers the basics of breath-holding, equalization, and freediving safety, allowing participants to experience the underwater world with minimal equipment. The course is ideal for beginners who want to understand the principles of freediving in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Learn fundamental breath-hold techniques to extend underwater time.
- Master basic equalization to avoid discomfort during dives.
- Understand essential safety measures, such as buddy systems and surface recovery protocols.
- Gain an understanding of how the body reacts to breath-holding and freediving.
Course Structure:
- Duration: Typically completed in one day, with classroom theory and confined water practice in a pool.
- Assessment: Practical assessment of breath-hold, equalisation, and safety procedures.
Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course receive the AIDA 1 certification, providing them with the skills to pursue more advanced levels of freediving.
AIDA 2 Freediving Course Overview
The AIDA 2 Freediving Course is a foundational level designed for those looking to dive deeper and improve their freediving technique. Building on the basics of AIDA 1, this course emphasizes depth training, equalization, and safety skills for open water freediving.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Improve breath-hold techniques and overall relaxation for longer dives.
- Achieve depth dives up to 20 meters while practicing equalization and finning.
- Learn essential rescue and safety procedures, including handling a shallow water blackout.
- Understand how to mentally and physically prepare for dives, including proper stretching and relaxation methods.
Course Structure:
- Duration: 2-3 days, with classroom theory, pool training, and open water dives.
- Assessment: Practical skills assessment in diving, safety techniques, and a theoretical exam.
Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants receive the AIDA 2 certification, qualifying them to dive up to 20 meters safely.
AIDA 3 Freediving Course Overview
The AIDA 3 Freediving Course takes participants to the intermediate level, focusing on increasing freediving depth, improving technique, and mastering advanced safety procedures. The course is aimed at divers looking to progress in their freediving journey and handle more challenging dives.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Develop advanced breath-holding and relaxation techniques for longer dives.
- Learn to equalize more efficiently with techniques such as the Frenzel method.
- Improve safety and rescue skills for deeper dives, including buddy rescue from depth.
- Gain a deeper understanding of freediving physiology, including hypoxia and hypercapnia management.
Course Structure:
- Duration: 3-4 days, combining theory, pool training, and open water dives up to 30 meters.
- Assessment: Assessment in depth dives, advanced equalization techniques, and safety skills.
Certification:
The AIDA 3 certification allows participants to dive to depths of 30 meters and qualifies them to continue their freediving education at more advanced levels.
AIDA 4 Freediving Course Overview
The AIDA 4 Freediving Course is an advanced-level program designed for experienced freedivers looking to push their limits and master deep diving techniques. It is the final step before pursuing instructor-level training, focusing on the highest level of breath-holding, deep diving, and rescue skills.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Master deep diving techniques, with dives reaching depths up to 40 meters.
- Refine breath-hold and relaxation methods to maximize underwater time.
- Learn advanced rescue and safety skills, including managing freediving teams and leading rescue operations from depth.
- Understand the physiological risks of deep diving, such as nitrogen narcosis and lung squeeze, and how to manage them safely.
Course Structure:
- Duration: 4-5 days, including classroom theory, pool sessions, and multiple open water dives.
- Assessment: Participants must demonstrate deep dives, safety leadership, and complete a comprehensive theory exam.
Certification:
Participants who complete the AIDA 4 course receive a certification that qualifies them to dive to 40 meters and take on leadership roles in freediving teams. It is also a stepping stone toward becoming an AIDA instructor.
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