AIDA - Depth Competition Safety Freediver by Vertical Blue

Teaching freediving on Utila since 2013.

3-3.5 Days

The goal of this program is to standardise safety protocols for all AIDA competitions and set an example for freediving safety worldwide. The AIDA Competition Safety Freediver course will allow prospective safety diving students to specialize in depth competitions and earn different certifications, enabling them to take part in a variety of AIDA events.

Content:

  • Theory - AIDA Competitions, Depth Competition Setup, Role & Responsibilities of Safety Team, Pathologies and complications in depth disciplines, Rescue procedures for depth competitions, Code of conduct & Recommendations, Video analysis
  • Physical Prerequisites Test
  • Rescue Scenarios​ - Depth disciplines

What makes this course truly exceptional is the expertise of Instructor Ninja, a highly accomplished Safety Diver with experience in three World Championships and six competitions. Her extensive knowledge and wealth of firsthand insights will enrich your learning experience, ensuring you receive unparalleled value and practical understanding.

Price: $450

Prerequisites

  • AIDA2 Freediver or Equivalent (Free AIDA 2 Crossover included)
  • Be 18 years of age or older

Requirements

  • 35-40m CWTB (Constant Weight Bi-Fins)
  • 30m dive + 30s surface recovery + 20m dive
  • 20m dives with 3-5s notice, at fast pace
This course will be offered on a monthly basis (~20th of each month), with a minimum of 2 and maximum of 4 students.

Questions

What do I need before I start?

AIDA 2 or equivalent (a free AIDA 2 crossover is included), 18 or over, and the water skills the course checks: 35 to 40 m constant weight bi-fins, a 30 m dive then 30 s recovery then a 20 m dive, and 20 m dives on 3 to 5 s notice at pace.

What can I do with it?

Safety at AIDA depth competitions; the course is the standard AIDA uses for its own events.