AIDA INSTRUCTOR

TEACH FREEDIVING PHUKET

7 DAYS

40-50 METERS

1-4 STUDENTS

The AIDA Instructor Course is your pathway into the world of professional freediving education. Designed for experienced freedivers who want to teach, lead, and inspire others, this course will develop your skills both in and out of the water. During the course, you will:
 
  1. Master the AIDA education system
    Learn how to apply AIDA standards and teaching materials effectively across different student levels.
  2. Refine your technique to instructor-level performance
    Strengthen your theory knowledge and perfect your in-water skills to serve as a role model for students.
  3. Develop real-world teaching skills
    Train in classroom, pool, and open water settings to build your confidence handling student scenarios and providing constructive feedback.
  4. Understand how to run safe, structured courses
    Gain practical knowledge in student supervision, risk management, rescue procedures, and course logistics.
  5. Explore the professional side of teaching
    Dive into the business of freediving: marketing yourself as an instructor, managing your responsibilities, and growing your presence in the industry.
  6. Promote environmental awareness
    Learn how to integrate ocean conservation and sustainable practices into your teaching philosophy.
 
By the end of this course, you’ll be fully equipped to lead AIDA courses with professionalism, safety, and purpose.
DAY 1

09:00 Welcome

Meeting at the shop.

09:30 Course Presentation

Course overview and schedule.

10:00 Body Conditioning

Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

10:30 Confined Water Sessions

Pool Requirements

14:00 Lunch at the Shop

15:00 Theory Sessions

Theoretical sessions

17:30 Debrief

09:00 Body Conditioning

Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

10:00 Open Water Session

Open Water Requirements 1/2

13:00 Lunch at the Shop

14:00 Theory Sessions

Theoretical sessions

17:30 Debrief

09:00 Body Conditioning

Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

10:00 Open Water Session

Open Water Requirements 2/2

13:00 Lunch at Shop

14:00 Theory Sessions

Theoretical sessions

16:00 Theory Exam

AIDA 2-3-4 exam

18:00 Debrief

09:00 Breathing Session

Conducting a breathing session.

10:30 Theory Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 2 theory.

12:00 Lunch at the Shop

13:00 Theory Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 3 theory.

15:00 Theory Exam

Instructor exam.

17:00 Debrief

09:00 Body Conditioning

Leading body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

09:30 Pool Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 2 pool skills.

12:00 Lunch Break

13:00 Pool Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 2 pool skills.

15:30 Oral Presentation

16:30 Debrief

09:00 Body Conditioning

Leading body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

09:30 OW Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 2 open water skills.

12:30 Fruit Snacks

13:30 OW Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 2 open water skills.

16:30 Debrief

09:00 Body Conditioning

Leading body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.

09:30 OW Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 3 open water skills.

12:30 Fruit Snacks

13:30 OW Teaching Session

Teaching AIDA 3 open water skills.

16:30 Debrief

Why take the AIDA Freediving course at Cortex in Phuket ?

We offer a unique freediving experience in one of the most iconic island of the world:

  1. All-in-One Facilities: Classroom, pool, private boat, and beach access, all conveniently located in one place.
  2. On-Site Accommodations: Luxuorious seaview rooms just steps from your training and the beach.
  3. Amazing Dive Sites: Explore historic wrecks surrounded by abundant marine life in both shallow and deep waters.
  4. Personalized Instruction: Small groups with expert instructors focused on your individual progress and safety.
  5. Exclusive Perks: 5% discount on future courses at any Cortex Freediving Center across Thailand.

Learn more about our facilities.

PREREQUISITES

  • Min. 18 Years Old
  • AIDA 4 or Completed Crossover Evaluation
  • First Aid with CPR

REQUIREMENTS

  • STA 4:00 Minutes
  • DYNB 90 Meters
  • DNF 50 Meters
  • FIM / CWTB 40 Meters
  • CNF 20 Meters
  • CWTB 30 Meters > 1:30
  • FIM 30 Meters > 2:00
  • 25m Rescue + 50m Tow
  • 1:00 Standby at 15m + Rescue
  • Stamina Test : 5x20m CWTB with 1:00 SI
  • AIDA 2-3-4 Exam 90% Score
  • INSTRUCTOR Exam 75% Score

40,000 THB

  • 1x T-SHIRT
  • 1x RASGUARD
  • 8x Theory Sessions
  • 6x Body Conditioning Sessions
  • 6x Line Setup Sessions
  • 2x Teaching Theory Sessions
  • 2x Teaching Pool Sessions
  • 4x Teaching OW Sessions
  • 3x Pool Days
  • 4x Boat Trips
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Why take the AIDA Freediving course at Cortex in Phuket ?

We offer a unique freediving experience in one of the most iconic island of the world:

All-in-One Facilities: Classroom, pool, private boat, and beach access, all conveniently located in one place.

On-Site Accommodations: Luxuorious seaview rooms just steps from your training and the beach.

Amazing Dive Sites: Explore historic wrecks surrounded by abundant marine life in both shallow and deep waters.

Personalized Instruction: Small groups with expert instructors focused on your individual progress and safety.

Exclusive Perks: 5% discount on future courses at any Cortex Freediving Center across Thailand.

Learn more about our facilities.