AIDA1 Freediving Course in Sharm el Sheikh Introduction to Freediving ⭐
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Discover Freediving in the Red Sea – Your First AIDA Freediving Certification Starts Here
Ready to experience the magic of freediving in one of the world's most beautiful underwater environments? The AIDA1 Freediving Course in Sharm el Sheikh is your perfect introduction to apnea diving. No real prior experience needed : just bring your will and readiness to explore the Red Sea and let yourself be guided through your first freediving skills and technics. Kosho Loïc Vuillemin will be your instructor. He is dedicated to provide comprehensive teaching and full safety during this course... you're in good hands to start your journey into freediving.
What is the AIDA1 Freediving course about?
AIDA1 (Introduction to Freediving) is the entry-level certifying freediving course from AIDA (Association Internationale pour le Développement de l'Apnée). This 1 day course is meant to teach you the basics of freediving, such as physics of depth and pressure, mindset and focus, physiology of apnea, breathing techniques and training concepts, equalization, safety procedures and relaxation skills amongts other practical freediving skills. All of this and more in the Red Sea waters of Sharm el Sheikh where visibility is often more than 20 meters and the temperature never inferior to 23 degres.
Why start with AIDA1?
⭐ AIDA1 Freediving course is a complete beginner friendly introduction to what freediving is. You don't need specific snorkeling or diving experience.
⭐ AIDA1 is an internationally recognized certification
⭐AIDA1 Freediving course will help you to build confidence, awareness and proper techniques from day one
⭐ AIDA1 Freediving course prepares you for AIDA2 and more advanced freediving skills
⭐ AIDA1 Freediving Introduction course is the perfect format for you to discover freediving as it is and have a real try at it.
⭐ No exams, no depth requirements, just guidance, safety and a lot of fun.
Course format, you're offered the choice
1 full day or 2 half days
Kosho Loïc Vuillemin, your instructor for this course, is dedicated to flexibility and to your optimal learning if not simply your holydays schedule. You are offered two options for your very first freediving course.
You can choose:
Option 1 Full Day :
about 6 hours in total, usually from 9am to 4pm
Option 2 Half Days :
divided into two sessions of about 3 hours each, upon schedule availability and mutual convenience
AIDA1 Freediving Intro course includes 4 structured sessions
Session 1:
Theory about breath and breathold physiology, breathing cycle and how to prepare, go through and train for long breatholds.
Session 2:
Breathwork pratice, relaxation technics and first breathholds attempts. The 5 importants steps of the breathing cycle put into practice.
Session 3:
Theory about depth and pressure, safety briefings, code of conduct for underwater citizens, introduction to equipment and skills... let's get ready for water
Session 4:
Here we go ! Let me demonstrate what we want to de doing and let's have you do your first freedives.
No pressure added, you do what you can.
t's just you discovering what freediving is about and me making sure the experience is mind and heart opening.
What you'll be able to achieve...
AIDA1 certification goals
Upon completing the course, you'll receive an official certification for:
⭐ Understanding what freediving is about and what it could become for your personal evolution. You're an official newbie.
⭐ Experimenting various breathing methods and technics and understanding their impact on your metabolism, relaxation levels, presence and awareness
⭐ Having achieved long breatholds in full control of your limits and recovery
⭐ Gearing up with the adapted freediving equipment
⭐ Confidently jumped into the open water sea and tried some vertical dives on breathold
⭐ Understanding freediving safety rules and the code of conduct of underwater citizens.
That's the full package which will let you know for sure if you want to jump into an AIDA2 Freediver course or leave some time to it. AIDA1 Freediving Introduction course certificate is the proof you kinda know what it's all about and won't be a total newbie to it for ever. AIDA1 Freediving Intro course is a gold mine, you'll learn so much and certainly get hooked to these new skills of yours.
Are there some prerequisites to enroll into the AIDA1 Freediving course?
You're totally welcome to join whatever your level is. Yet, much better for both of us if you meet these simple requirements:
👨🎓 18+ years (16–17 with parent/guardian consent)
🐬 Able to swim 100m non-stop comfortably
🤿 Feel comfortable with fins, mask and snorkel
👨⚕️ Complete AIDA Medical Form before the course
👨💼 Complete Liability Release form
💶 Regitration and down payment
We'll anyway have the time to chat beforehand so you can ask all questions you have then.
Why Choose Deep Zen Meditation and Freediving for your AIDA1 Course in Sharm el Sheikh ?
The location – Ras Umm Sid
Sharm el Sheikh is one of the most famous place in the world to dive and freedive. Underwater visibility is astonishing, marine life is incredible, conditions for freediving are as perfect for beginners than for international athletes. The spot we welcome you in will leave momories to you without any doubt... it's just breathtaking if you allow me to say. The Red Sea is globally recognized as one of the best freediving training environments. It's the place for underwater adventures and quality time experience. I look forward seeing you looking at all these colorful fishes and corals.
Your freediving instructor
If you ask around how to do your first step in freediving, wise people will advice you to find a good instructor... luckily that's where you are. Kosho Loïc Vuillemin has multiple years of experience in full time teaching freedivers of all levels, coaching athletes and watching his own training. Holder of multiple national records for Switzerland with dives below 90 meters, zen monk since age 20 and dad who directly deals with what's responsability and accountability are about, Kosho Loïc Vuillemin knows what pressure is and will definitely help you to adjust, align and master the skills you'll need for you to reach your goals. Pro safety freediver for competition, instructor trainer, international athlete and judge, he knows how to anticipate difficulties and how to provide full safety during freediving sessions, courses and training drills. Kosho Loïc Vuillemin has been the instructor, mentor, guide and coach for more than 500 freedivers around the world, inclusive top class freedivers.
The options and flexibility we offer you to totally enjoy your stay
We are aware you may be coming for holidays and wish to fully enjoy your time... maybe with your family and friends eventually. Deep Zen Meditation and Freediving with at its head Kosho Loïc Vuillemin wishes to offer more than just freediving. Maybe you'll be here with children and need a babysitter for when you're in the water, maybe you're tempted to climb mount Sinaï or visit Dahab for a day... we can take care of that for you and manage to offer you the best rates. We know you may eventually not be able to dedicate fully to your depth training and so we show compassion and will do our best to harmonize to your plans. Your family and friends are always welcome to join you and snorkel around while you learn. Understand we are willing to help you organise a pleasant stay in Sinai.
If your idea is more a complete and 100% immersion freediving journey, we offer also yoga, meditation and breathwork sessions for your days off. Reiki energetic alignments are also on the menu, such as equalisation clinic, underwater and video shootings, freediving specialties and equipment testing.
You need a break in training drills or some days off? Be sure we our best for you to have the most fullfilling journey into freediving and related arts. We can adjust schedules day by day if needed.
Premium Instruction
Deep Zen & AIDA Freediving Standards
Maximum 4 students in open water, best 3/1
We wish to ensure personalized guidance of high quality, be able to monitor safety at all times and offer faster skill progression. We must limit the amount of freedivers per session. We can offer private courses or closed groups sessions and courses.
Safety-First Approach
We follow strict AIDA safety protocols and will never force you to achieve anything you don't feel like doing. Your instructor is here to teach you a full safety oriented approach and won't let you try anything unappropriate. Professionally trained in rescue procedures and continuous supervision of freedivers, Kosho Loïc Vuillemin teaches and awaits full wisdom, awareness and transparency.
Flexible Scheduling
For you choose AIDA1 Freediving Introduction course or any other teaching or coaching options at Deep Zen Meditation & Freediving, we always do our best to match your personnal schedule and need for rest and other activities. If you choose AIDA1, you are offered the 1 full day or 2 half days options to fit your very own timing and holidays organisation. As much as we can, we will offer « à la carte » services and insure beforehand digital contact for you to feel always in a safe
What's Included in AIDA1 Freediving Introduction Course?
✅ AIDA1 Frediver certification
✅ Theory materials and paperwork
✅ AIDA EOS Student access
✅ Instructor-guided breathwork, dry static and open water session
✅ Safety supervision and full freediving equipment (if available your size)
✅ Possibility of having your course in private or closed groups
✅ Diving insurance (for level 1 and 2) if needed
✅ Access to the Red Sea reef and anchoring infrastuctures
Equipment you'll need:
👙 Comfortable swimwear (if you consider speedo style as such) and towel
🏝️ Bring everything you think you'll need...
Pricing & Booking
View our current AIDA1 course prices here:
Check for availability here :
We offer flexible booking and payment options and can assist you with:
✈️ Airport transfers
🏨 Accommodation recommendations in Sharm el Sheikh
🤝 Combined packages with others courses and options, tailored programs for training and coaching
🚗 Daily logistics and more...
Book Your AIDA1 Freediving Introduction Course Now
Don't wait, spots can get booked pretty fast or already long time before. Get more than ready to experience the freedom of breathless diving in the Red Sea and do the first step. Dive into the AIDA1 Freediving Intro course and start your journey. Soon you'll be into the underwater wonders of Sharm el Sheikh's coral reefs with proper technique, skills and fully safety oriented guidance.