Performance Freediver Course

With SSI's Performance Freediver certification program, you'll be even closer to achieving your freediving goals. This program represents the highest level of non-professional freediving training offered by SSI and will help you realize your true potential as a freediver. Through a comprehensive combination of online learning and in-person freediving sessions, you'll hone your skills and learn the techniques used in competitive freediving. 28-31 January 2026

Freediving is the fastest growing underwater sport in the world. WELCOME TO ALL SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTORS! Take action and become a Basic Freediving Instructor. Designed to be able to certify Try freediving and Basic frediver students Candidate Prerequisites: Minimum age | 18 years old. Have one (1) of the following SSI certifications (equivalencies are not permitted): Scuba Assistant Instructor Mermaid Instructor Program: 1 Program Review 2 Academic Session 3 Breathing session 4 Basic Free Diver Skills 5 Program Administration 6 Final evaluation PRACTICES: Practical application of aquatic skills Breathing session Freediving basic skills workshop Final Exam Certification Upon completion of the Basic Freediving Instructor Training Course, send the responsible SSI Service Center the candidate's training record, along with all necessary documentation. The candidate will be certified as a Basic Freediving Instructor. As a Basic Freediving Instructor, you will be able to teach freediving through the Snorkel Diver, Try Freediving and Basic Freediver programs. Gain experience with this entry-level instructor qualification. When you feel comfortable teaching the basics of freediving, you can continue to advance your career as a freediving instructor. Get started today!

Do you dream of a career in an exciting destination? Join the growing ranks of SSI professionals who are spreading the adventurous, exciting freediving lifestyle as an SSI Freediving Instructor. SSI freediving instructors are the industry’s best freediving trainers, utilizing innovative training techniques to introduce underwater enthusiasts to the world of breath-hold diving. As a certified SSI Freediving Instructor, you will introduce new divers to basic breath-hold exercises by teaching all entry-level programs and the SSI Free Immersion and Training Techniques specialties.