PADI Master Freediver

Certification Course

If you’re an advanced freediver who wants to learn how to fine-tune your lifestyle and training so that you can approach elite freediving levels, then the PADI Master Freediver course is for you. Through focused sessions, you’ll bring your static apnea, dynamic apnea, free immersion and constant weight skills to the next level. To enroll in a PADI Master Freediver course you must be at least 18 years old and have a PADI Advanced Freediver certification (or a qualifying certification from another freediver organization). You also need to have Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) training within the past 24 months. You can complete this training during the Rescue Diver course.

What to expect:

The PADI Master Freediver course consists of three main phases:

Knowledge development about nutrition, relaxation and advanced breathing techniques. You’ll also complete independent research as part of the Master Freediver Assignment.
Confined water session to improve static and dynamic apnea attempts, including a no fins dynamic apnea. Goal – static apnea of 3 minutes, 30 seconds and dynamic apnea of 70 metres/230 feet.
Open water sessions to practice mouthfill equalization and perform warm-up and workup dives for free immersion and constant weight freediving. Goal – constant weight freedive of 32 metres/105 feet.

You need to have a freediving mask, snorkel, bifins, wetsuit and weight belt. Your instructor may allow you to use monofins. You’ll also need a surface signaling device and a freediving computer (or depth gauge and timer).

Check with us about the gear you’ll use during this course and get advice about what you need from your PADI Master Freediver Instructor.

Includes:

Study Materials
All required equipment for the duration of the courses
Public pool entry fees
Transport (if required)
Pool Dives
Sea Dives
Light lunch
PADI online registration fees

Prerequisites:

Advanced Freediver Certification
Emergency First Response or equivalent first aid qualification
Rescue Diver
Minimum 18 years old.
Documentation of diving experience with a minimum of 50 logged dives at the start of the course.
Pass a water fitness evaluation
Pass of a final written examination
Verification of good physical condition as documented by a medical examination and unconditional approval for diving by a licensed physician within the preceding 12 months.

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Whether you’re trying scuba for the first time or working towards becoming a dive professional, this page helps you understand the course journey and choose the right starting point.

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Introductory Experiences

Try diving in a fun, safe, and relaxed way — no experience needed. Perfect for first-timers, kids, or anyone curious about the underwater world.

SNORKELING

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DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING

Scuba A quick and easy introduction into what it takes to explore the underwater world for children and adults, from 10 years old and up. Read More

BUBBLE MAKERS (KIDS)

Give your child an unforgettable underwater adventure! The PADI Bubblemaker course introduces kids from 8 years old and up to scuba diving in a safe, fun, and exciting way.

Start Diving

Begin your scuba or freediving journey and earn your first certification. Designed for beginners and returning divers who want to build confidence and solid skills.

REACTIVATE

Refresher Course Update your dive skills and knowledge with a quick scuba refresher from the PADI Open Water Diver Course before jumping back into the water. Read More

SEAL TEAM (KIDS)

Padi Kids The PADI Seal Team is for young scuba divers who are looking for action-packed fun in a pool by completing exciting AquaMissions. Read More

OPEN WATER DIVER

Open Water

Start your scuba journey with the PADI Open Water Diver course! Learn essential diving skills, gain confidence underwater, and earn your certification.
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FREEDIVER

PADI Freediving Course Discover the art of freediving – the ultimate form of underwater exploration- focusing on self-control, discipline, and breath-hold diving.

Dive Further

Expand your skills, confidence, and underwater awareness. Ideal for certified divers ready to take the next step and become more capable, self-reliant divers.

ADVANCED DIVER

Take your diving to the next level! The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is designed to enhance your skills, boost your confidence, and introduce you to new underwater experiences.
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RESCUE

This challenging yet rewarding program teaches you how to prevent and manage dive emergencies, making you a more confident and capable diver.

MASTER

The PADI Master Scuba Diver certification the highest rating achieved by recreational divers who have put the time and effort into improving themselves and their abilities in the water.

ADVANCED FREEDIVER

Push your limits and take your freediving skills to the next level with the PADI Advanced Freediver course. Refine your techniques, reach new depths, and achieve personal milestones.

Specialties

Focus on what excites you most underwater. From wrecks and night diving to buoyancy, photography, and nitrox — tailor your diving experience to your interests.

WRECK

Diver

Explore sunken ships, planes, and even cars! Wreck dives are full of mystery, history, and marine life—each one a chance for a new underwater discovery.

NIGHT

Diver

Experience your favorite dive sites in a whole new light—literally! Discover the magic of the underwater world after dark with your torch lighting the way.

NAVIGATION

Underwater

Never feel lost underwater again. Learn to master your compass and boost your confidence as the diver everyone wants to follow.

DEEP

Diver

Ready to go deeper? Learn to safely explore dive sites down to 40 meters while fine-tuning your buoyancy, gas management, and buddy procedures.

NITROX

Enriched Air

Stay down longer and reduce your surface intervals! Dive with enriched air nitrox and enjoy more time exploring and less time waiting.

BUOYANCY

Peak Performance

Perfect your buoyancy and glide through the water like a pro. Improve your control, air use, and comfort in the water with this fun and practical course.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Underwater

Capture the magic of the underwater world! Learn how to take sharp, colorful photos while diving and make your ocean memories last a lifetime.

O2 PROVIDER

Provider

Be prepared to help in a dive emergency. Learn how to safely administer oxygen—an essential skill that can make a real difference when every second counts.

Dive Professional

Turn your passion for diving into a career.

Professional-level training for those ready to lead, mentor, and work in the dive industry.

DIVEMASTER

PADI Divemaster Course

Turn your passion for scuba diving into a rewarding career by becoming a PADI Divemaster. This course is the first step in your professional diving journey.

INSTRUCTOR

Become an Internationally Recognised Dive Professional with our PADI Instructor Development Course. We offer a Full-time Program, an Accelerated Program, and a Part-time Program. You can join at any time of the year.

Not sure where to start?

If you’re unsure which course is right for you, we’re happy to help. Chat to our team or book a consultation — we’ll guide you based on your experience, goals, and comfort level.

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PADI Master Freediver