The PADI Advanced Freediver course is designed for those who want to take their freediving skills to the next level, improving depth, control, and performance in complete safety.
This course is the natural progression after the PADI Freediver and focuses on developing technique, awareness, and endurance through a structured and progressive training program.
With Underwater Academy Europe, your journey is guided by experienced instructors using a personalized approach aimed at achieving real performance improvements.
Course Overview
The PADI Advanced Freediver course is divided into:
- advanced knowledge development
- confined water sessions
- open water sessions (sea)
During the course, you will cover:
- advanced breathing techniques
- improvement of static and dynamic apnea
- deeper freediving sessions
- advanced equalization techniques
- finning technique optimization
- mental training and relaxation
This course is focused on improving your personal performance in a safe and controlled way.
Participation Requirements
Minimum Age
👉 15 years old
Certification Required
👉 PADI Freediver
Requirements
👉 Good general health
👉 Confidence in water
What the Course Includes
With Underwater Academy, the course includes:
- advanced theory sessions
- pool training sessions
- open water dives (sea)
- continuous instructor supervision
- personalized coaching
- PADI Advanced Freediver certification
What You Will Learn
During the course, you will learn:
- how to increase your breath-hold capacity
- how to improve depth and control
- advanced equalization techniques
- oxygen efficiency optimization
- stress management and relaxation
- refined technique and body positioning
Course Locations
Courses organized by Underwater Academy Europe take place in:
📍 Malta
📍 Italy
Ideal locations for advanced freediving training.
Why Choose Underwater Academy
With Underwater Academy, your level truly evolves.
We offer:
- highly qualified instructors
- personalized training approach
- strong focus on performance and safety
- professional and motivating environment
👉 This course is perfect for divers who want to improve their skills and push their limits safely.
Book the Course
Do you want to improve your freediving performance?
👉 Book the course
👉 Request more information
👉 Contact Underwater Academy
FAQs
Depth depends on your individual abilities, but this course includes deeper dives than the basic level.
Yes. All activities follow PADI standards and are supervised by experienced instructors.
It is strongly recommended to improve comfort and performance.
Typically 2–3 days, depending on structure and student level.
This is an important step, but you will need to continue with Master Freediver and professional-level courses.
Continue Your Diving Journey
Related Programs
After completing the PADI Advanced Freediver, you can continue with:
PADI Master Freediver
The highest level of recreational freediving
Freediving Training Sessions
Performance-focused training sessions
Freediving Instructor Path
Start your professional journey