The PADI Advanced Freediver Instructor course represents an advanced professional level in the freediving instructor pathway, designed for instructors who want to expand their teaching capabilities and deliver training at higher levels.
This program is intended for certified freediving instructors who aim to develop more technical, in-depth, and performance-oriented teaching skills, focusing on depth progression, student performance, and advanced training methodologies.
With Underwater Academy Europe, the course is delivered through a direct and highly professional approach, ensuring high standards and real-world preparation.
Course Overview
The PADI Advanced Freediver Instructor course develops advanced competencies in:
- teaching methodology for intermediate and advanced levels
- depth management and student progression
- advanced freediving instruction techniques
- safety and risk management in deeper diving
- performance evaluation
During the course, you will cover:
- advanced freediving theory
- practical sessions (pool and open water)
- demonstration and correction of techniques
- supervision of students during deeper dives
👉 The objective is to prepare instructors capable of delivering technical and performance-based training.
Direct Training with PADI Trainer
👉 Both training and examinations are conducted directly by Underwater Academy
👉 with no intermediaries
📍 Course locations:
- Malta
- Italy
The course is conducted by:
Francesco Cordone
A highly experienced trainer with decades of expertise in diving and freediving education.
Participation Requirements
Minimum Age
👉 18 years old
Required Certification
👉 PADI Freediver Instructor
Additional Requirements
👉 documented teaching experience
👉 strong physical and technical preparation
👉 ability to manage students
What the Course Includes
With Underwater Academy, the course includes:
- advanced theoretical training
- practical sessions (pool + open water)
- development of advanced teaching skills
- personalized coaching
- theoretical and practical evaluations
- official final examination
- PADI Advanced Freediver Instructor certification
What You Can Teach
Once certified as a PADI Advanced Freediver Instructor, you will be qualified to:
- teach the PADI Basic Freediver course
- teach the PADI Freediver course
- teach the PADI Advanced Freediver course
- conduct advanced freediving training programs
- guide students through depth progression
- work professionally in diving centers and freediving schools
👉 This level represents a significant advancement in your professional instructor career.
Skills You Will Develop
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- teach freediving at intermediate and advanced levels
- manage students during deeper dives
- evaluate and improve performance
- apply advanced safety protocols
- design structured training programs
Course Locations
Courses organized by Underwater Academy Europe take place in:
📍 Malta
📍 Italy
Why Choose Underwater Academy
With Underwater Academy, you elevate your professional career.
We offer:
- direct training with a PADI Trainer
- technical and professional approach
- real preparation for advanced instruction
- continuous development in your instructor pathway
👉 A key step toward higher professional levels in freediving.
For More Information
👉 Request more information
👉 Book your course
👉 Contact Underwater Academy
FAQs
They can teach PADI Basic Freediver, Freediver, and Advanced Freediver courses.
Yes, it requires experience and advanced technical skills.
Exams are conducted directly by Underwater Academy in Italy or Malta.
Yes, you must already be a certified Freediver Instructor.
Yes, this level expands your professional opportunities in the freediving industry.
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