Explore and grow through freediving

Beginner courses on Lake Whatcom

Courses

All courses are certified through AIDA International, the world's leading freediving organization.

AIDA 1 Introduction to Freediving

For anyone who has never freedived before and wants to try it for the first time.

$149 | 1 day

AIDA 2 Freediver Course

For beginners and casual breath-hold divers ready to learn proper freediving technique.

$299 | 2-3 days

AIDA 3 Advanced Freediver

For certified AIDA 2 freedivers ready to push their depth and breath-hold to the next level.

$449 | 3-4 days

Location

For open water depth training, our sessions take place at Lake Whatcom, accessed from Sudden Valley. It's a quiet spot with easy shoreline entry, making it an ideal environment for learning freediving skills in a real open water setting. The site is approximately 20 minutes from downtown Bellingham.

Pool sessions for static and dynamic training are held at Arne Hanna Aquatic Center.

 

    • Freediving instruction

    • AIDA certification (upon completion of course requirements)

    • Aquatic center entry

    • Safety buoy and lanyard

  • What to bring

    • Wetsuit (5mm or 7mm)

    • Mask and snorkel

    • Fins

    • Weights

    • Food and hydration

    Personal gear is not included. If you need help sourcing gear, feel free to reach out and I can point you in the right direction.

  • Sales Tax

    Prices do not include applicable sales tax.

    Deposit

    A $100 deposit is required to reserve your spot. The remaining balance is due 7 days before the course.

    Cancellations

    • 7+ days before the course: Full refund minus deposit.

    • Less than 7 days: No refund.

    • No-shows forfeit all fees.

    You may reschedule once to a future course at no charge if you notify me at least 7 days in advance.

    Cancellation by Instructor

    If I cancel due to weather or safety conditions, you will receive a full reschedule or full refund including your deposit.

    Removal from Course

    Participants removed for safety reasons (not following instructions, undisclosed medical conditions, impairment) will not receive a refund.

    Required waivers and forms

    Students must fill out the these required waivers and forms before attending a course.

Ready to get in the water?

Courses run June through September, with a few sessions offered each summer. Contact me to ask about availability.

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