Freediving Training Standards and Procedures

Freediving Professional Programs

Basic Freediving Instructor

Intent

The SSI Basic Freediving Instructor Training Course provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to conduct the Basic Freediver program in a safe and enjoyable manner.

Minimum Instructor Rating

An active status Basic Freediving Instructor Trainer may conduct the Basic Freediving Instructor Training Course.

Candidate Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 18 years old.
Have the following SSI certifications (no equivalency permitted):
  • Scuba Assistant Instructor

Duration

  • Recommended hours for completion: 8-12.

Depth Limitations

  • Maximum depth limit: 5 meters.

In-Water Ratios

  • The candidate-to-instructor ratio is 6:1.
  • The ratio may increase to 8:2 with one (1) certified assistant.

Note | See General Training Standards > Conducting SSI Programs > Using Certified Assistants for the certified assistant requirements for this program.

Minimum Supervision

  • An active status Basic Freediving Instructor Trainer must directly supervise all academic, confined/pool and open water sessions.

Requirements For Completion

  • Complete and pass all requirements for Basic Freediving Instructor.
  • Complete the program’s final exam.

Certification

  • Upon completion of the Basic Freediving Instructor Training Course, send the candidate’s Training Record with all required documentation to the responsible SSI Service Center.
  • The candidate will be certified as a Basic Freediving Instructor.

Active Status Qualifications

Active status Basic Freediving Instructors may teach, supervise and issue certifications for the following programs:
  • Try Freediving
  • Basic Freediver
  • Create Personal Note
  • Report Translation Mistake
  • Report Technical Error
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