WINDOW TO DEPTH:  GROW AND DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE

A moment suspended in time to discover, practice and master the arts of freediving. Courses and masterclasses, practice and personalized coaching at sea and on dry land, the presence of Kosho Loïc Vuillemin, founder of Deep Zen Meditation & Freediving, AIDA instructor trainer and current Swiss record holder in CWT, FIM and CWTB; an ideal spot, videos and images for the debrief and memories, the possibility of passing your AIDA levels (all levels), equipment to test, great people to meet... in short, everything is there for an exceptional moment full of great teachings.

AUTUMN SCHEDULE, WINDOWS OF AVAILABILITY

I can't be available full time, please check available dates if you come before end of 2024

Available:

* from 7th october to 3rd of november

* 20th of october

* from 12th of november to 9th of december

* from 16th of december to 2025

Unavailable:

*from 4th of november to 11th of november (included)

*from 10th of december to 15th of december (included)

You can already contact me for winter months: january to march

We strongly advise you to participate to a full week of training. That is the best way to learn in case you're not a total newbie anymore. You will thus benefit from the entire options and will be able to participate in all the workshops that appeal to you. For those who have less availability, we offer other options such as participating in one-off events or only on certain days or weeks. Whatever you decide in the end, we cannot urge you any more to contact us today so that we can register you, guide you or possibly plan a program specific to your needs.

We will happily help you arrange your accommodation and can organize outback excursions for you if you wish.

CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

To participate in the activities (apart from those planned in the classroom such as masterclasses and theoretical courses), you must first have given us a signed medical questionnaire and a risk acceptance charter. You will be able to take out insurance if you wish. Freediving is a sport that presents certain dangers and we are very keen to preserve your safety and integrity when practicing this sport.

In addition to these documents, we ask that you can swim effectively and that you are comfortable using a diving mask and snorkel.

OPTION FOR A UNIQUE DAY OF DISCOVERY - AIDA1 - Price 120 euros

You can take part in the aida1 course which lasts one day. It is a day dedicated to the discovery of freediving during which you will learn the essential techniques for holding your breath, the basics of ear equalisation and will experience freediving in the open water. It is the gateway into the world of freediving. You will receive a manual and at the end of the day, you will be certified AIDA level 1 which will allow you to continue your discovery of freediving with the following levels. No exam, no specific requirements to be certified, it's just to have a first experience and a way to touch the incredible world of breathing and vertical freediving.

COURSES AND TRAINING - BOOK A FULL WEEK AND GET THE BEST OUT OF IT - Price 500 euros (+30 euros per certified level)

Experience has shown us that it is sometimes difficult to embark on a course of only 3 days if you have neither the training nor the experience of being in the red sea. The progression can be difficult, often abrupt, and we therefore recommend that, if your plan is to become a freediver, you plan a full week. During this training week I will teach you everything a freediver needs to know. Some people focus on formal certification levels and then put too much pressure on themselves. By following a week of training, you will learn at the right speed and will be able to apply for certifications corresponding to the levels acquired. This is an advice that you should heed. Typically, you will then go for 2 and a half or three days in a row, then after a day of rest, you will continue with another 2 and a half or three days. This is the best option to achieve your level 2 and 3 at once.

We also offer programs of 2 weeks and of one month, check all prices here: https://www.deepzen.net/prices-kosho-loic-vuillemin-2024

Note that you won't be allowed to dive more than 3 days in a row for safety and vitality reasons

AIDA 2 certifying course - 2.5 days maximum - Price 240 euros

If you are already have some good basic skills in freediving, you can sign up for an AIDA2 course. The entry level is level 1 but if you are already used to snorkeling and diving a few meters underwater, you can register for level 2 directly. Over three days, you will learn how to breathe to achieve long static apneas, you will go snorkeling the reef and learn to descend vertically along a rope up to a maximum of 20m. You will follow theoretical courses and will be familiarized with the concepts of safety and emergency rescue skills. AIDA Level 2 is a complete freediving course and the opportunity for a memorable experience.

Once certified level 2 of AIDA, or if you already have equivalent training, you can then register for level 3. As seen before, we strongly advise you to enroll for a full week of training and coaching.

AIDA 3 certifying course - 3.5 days maximum - Price 320 euros

AIDA Level 3 is an advanced level during which you will learn the basics of training and deepen your knowledge and practice of freediving disciplines. How to increase your tolerance to CO2, understand the challenges of deep diving and the necessary safety conditions, AIDA level 3 is a complete 3.5 day course for those who wish to become experienced freedivers and capable of organizing their training sessions with friends or in a club. Alike the AIDA level 2 program, AIDA 3 features static apnea, snorkeling, vertical rope diving and a theoretical exam.

AIDA courses are intensive courses and it is necessary to be in good physical shape to take part. It's tiring to dive every day and have to match constant requirements. This is why we offer other options dedicated to training so that you can also consider another pace.

You are allowed to participate in a maximum of two in-water sessions per day. After three consecutive days in the water, you are advised to take a one-day break to rest and study in the dry. It's important to plan rest days so that you can integrate your new skills and stay in shape.

AIDA 4 AND INSTRUCTOR COURSE

The requirements to be certified at these levels are important and it is hardly conceivable to do it at the last minute. If you wish to apply for level 4 certification or for the level of AIDA freediving instructor, contact Kosho Loïc Vuillemin as soon as possible to set up your learning program ahead. The possibility offered by Loïc to provide online support will save you valuable time.

AVAILABLE DATES FOR INSTRUCTOR COURSE:

Be careful that you have to be fit and technically ready to enroll to the instructor course... Instructor course is meant to teach you how to teach and not how to freedive anymore 

NOVEMBER: 18TH to 25TH

DECEMBER: 1RST to 8TH and 16TH to 23RD

Check all prices here:  https://www.deepzen.net/prices-kosho-loic-vuillemin-2024

CONTACT KOSHO LOIC (WHATSAPP): https://wa.me/201004310073 | +201004310073

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

You will need to have your own equipment to participate in the sea sessions. Although it will eventually be possible to rent equipment, we nevertheless recommend that you bring your own to optimize your comfort and/or familiarize yourself with it if necessary. We are happy to help you acquire the necessary equipment; do not hesitate to contact us to receive our advice on this matter.

You will need at least a neoprene suit, a mask and snorkel, fins and a safety lanyard. At best, don't hesitate to bring all your freediving gadgets.

CANCELLATION POLICY

We have had to deal with certain inconveniences in the past and we are therefore forced to subject you to certain registration and cancellation conditions. 

You can of course pay cash on site, but this will not guarantee your presence on the day of the course and both I and my team make our time available for you. To do this, we are often interrupting other activities and are therefore counting on your commitment. You are therefore asked to pay at least half of the total price when registering. 

# If you cancel 2 weeks in advance or more, you will be refunded less 20 euros for the transfer fees.

# If you withdraw between 2 and one week before your course, you will be able to get a credit for a later date

# If you withdraw less than a week from your course, you will be able to get a credit for a later date less the price of a full day, i.e. 120 euros.

# If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance or do a no show, you will lose your investment.

The rest of your course must be paid before the start of your course, on site in cash (euros or US dollars), paypal or bank transfer. We don't accept egyptian pounds, except for locals in certain conditions.

Thank you for your understanding

SEE YOU IN AUTUMN, DON'T WAIT TO BOOK YOUR SPOT