Lap 2/ Wave 2 - Advanced Freediving
Where?
Lake or Ocean - tbd
Duration
13 hr
Costs
CHF 490
Language
Deutsch, English, Español
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As a Molchanovs Wave 2 Advanced Freediver you will extend your limits further in all disciplines (up to a depth of -30m), become more proficient in no fin techniques, and learn about the monofin technique which is fastest and most powerful way to navigate the underwater world. You will learn the history of freediving, how it all started, where, why and how we got where we are now. You will dive deeper into the physics of freediving, how it affects your body, learn about Dalton’s law and Henry’s law, and their relation to safe freediving. You will go into detail about depth and distance dives and understand the main differences and adaptations of our bodies. You will continue your breathing education and improve the Frenzel equalization maneuver with specialized drills, tips and guidance.
As you progress with your technique skillset and performance, you also work further on mental training introducing mindfulness techniques tailored to different contexts. You will also be introduced to injuries related to freediving in the middle ear, inner ear, sinuses, and lungs, learn how to prevent and treat them. Safety is also brought up to a new level with details on blackouts, decompression illness, learning how to avoid them, and mastering advanced rescue techniques.
Day 1
2 water sessions 1 dry session
Static training, dry, wet and safety protocol
MDR trigger technique - In water assessment of technique
Introduction to safety/deeper rescue
Physics of pressure; residual volume, failure depth
Understanding the effects of increased pressure.
Hours: 8.30AM – 5PM
Day 2
2 water session 1 dry session
Dynamic training in convinced water
Squeeze and how to avoid
Free fall, turn around
Deep freediving psychology
Deep rescue
Use of deep dive safety equipment
Dry techniques (advanced)
Hours: 9AM – 5PM
Day 3
2 water sessions 1 dry session
Assessment of technique
Exploration of depth
Safety diving assessment
Knowledge assessment
Buddy protocol (non-line freediving)
Hours: 9AM – 5.30PM
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation more than 7 days before the course: Full refund or the option to reschedule to a later date (subject to availability).
Cancellation 3-7 days before the course: 50% refund or the option to reschedule to a later date (subject to availability).
Cancellation within 72 hours or no-show: No refund.
Exceptions: In cases of unforeseen emergencies, such as illness or family emergencies, exceptions may be made at the discretion of the instructor. Participants are encouraged to communicate promptly in such situations.