DC Freediving Academy
Mid-Atlantic's premier AIDA freediving school, offering certifications and training for all levels in a community-driven environment. Located in the Washington D.C. area.
We focus on building solid fundamentals in mindset and technique to encourage continued development in our students. Continued training is also offered through the DC Freediving club.
Our facilities are metro accessible!
Courses
Explore our structured programs for beginners and experienced divers, certified by the AIDA curriculum.
AIDA 2 Freediver (Pool)
Initial certification course
Safety and physiology
Static and Dynamic technique
Introduction to depth skills
Develop fundamentals for long term development
AIDA 2 pool or equivalent certificate required
Advanced freediving physiology
Advanced pool safety
Development of advanced dynamic techniques
Independent self-development tools
No-fins technique
AIDA 3 Advanced Freediver (Pool)
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Hold their breath for 2:00 (STA)
Swim 40m underwater (DYN)
Participate in pool freediving events around the world
Begin their freediving journey safely and competently!
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Hold their breath for 2:45 (STA)
Swim 55m underwater (DYN)
Develop their own training program
Understand the theory required to advance to deeper dives in open water
Swim underwater more efficiently and with less effort!
Contact Us
Have questions? Please reach out to us!
email: jerry@dcfreediving.com
Phone: 571 295 7305
(please leave a text message if we don't pick up)