AIDA 3 STAR
ADVANCED FREEDIVING KRABI
3 or 4 DAYS
24-30 METERS
1-4 STUDENTS
The AIDA 3 course is designed for those looking to advance their freediving skills and reach greater depths safely and confidently. By the end, you’ll be able to hold your breath for 2:45 minutes and dive comfortably to a depth of 24-30 meters. Over the course, you’ll:
- Advanced Techniques & Physics: Master breathing, relaxation, and equalization techniques, and understand the physics of buoyancy, freefall, and pressure to improve your efficiency at depth.
- Physiological Insights & Training: Learn how your body adapts to deeper dives, and apply targeted training methods to enhance breath-hold, strength, and endurance.
- Confined & Open Water Practice: Refine your skills in both pool and open water, focusing on FIM, CWTB dives, freefall and safety protocols like buddy rescues in real-world conditions.
DAY 1
08:00 Welcome
Meeting at the shop.
08:30 Theory Session
Advanced physics knowledge and physiology of freediving. Advanced relaxation theory and equalization.
10:30 Body Conditioning
Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.
11:00 Confined Water Session
Refine techniques for static and dynamic apnea, buddy system, safety and rescue procedures.
14:00 Debrief & Equalization Workshop
DAY 2
08:00 Body Conditioning
Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.
08:30 Boat Ride
Boat ride to the first dive spot. Relaxation time and briefing.
09:00 Open Water Session
Refining techniques for FIM and CWTB dives to a maximum depth of 25m.
11:00 Fruit Snack on the Boat
Boat ride to the second dive spot. Relaxation time and briefing.
12:00 Open Water Session
Practicing AIDA 3 skills and advanced equalization, FIM and CWT dives to a maximum depth of 25m.
14:00 Back to Railay
DAY 3
08:00 Theory Session
Freefall theory and training methods for body adaptation to breath-holds and max attempt.
10:00 Body Conditioning
Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.
10:30 Confined Water Session
Apply training methods for CO2 table, STA and DYNB max attempt.
12:30 Debrief & Equalization Workshop
DAY 4
08:00 Body Conditioning
Body warm-up, lung and diaphragm stretching.
08:30 Boat Ride
Boat ride to the first dive spot. Relaxation time and briefing.
09:00 Open Water Session
Perfecting buddy system, FIM and CWTB dives with buoyancy control to a maximum depth of 30m.
11:00 Fruit Snack on the Boat
Boat ride to the second dive spot. Relaxation time and briefing.
12:00 Open Water Session
Mastering advanced rescue procedures and CWTB with freefall control to a maximum depth of 30m.
14:00 Back to Railay
Why take the AIDA Freediving course at Cortex in Krabi ?
We offer a unique freediving experience in one of Thailand’s most stunning natural resorts:
- Beachfront Location: Train right on the beach with panoramic views of the iconic Railay cliffs and enjoy private access to our pool and boats..
- Diverse Dive Sites: Explore everything from emerald freshwater lagoons to open-ocean dives and mesmerizing underwater caves.
- Rich Marine Life: Encounter blacktip reef sharks, colorful corals, and vibrant tropical fish in crystal-clear 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 in Thailand.
PREREQUISITES
- Min. 16 Years Old
- AIDA 2 or Completed Crossover Evaluation
REQUIREMENTS
- STA 2:45 Minutes
- DYNB 55 Meters
- DYN CO2 Table
- Frenzel Equalization
- CWTB 24 Meters
- CWTB Buddying 10-15m
- Blackout Rescue 10-15m
- Theory Exam 75% Score
13,900 THB
200 THB National Park Fee
- 3 DAYS
- 1 Rashguard
- 3x Theory Sessions
- 3x Body Conditioning Sessions
- 2x Confined Water Sessions
- 2x Boat Trips
15,500 THB
200 THB National Park Fee
- 4 DAYS
- 1 Rashguard
- 3x Theory Sessions
- 4x Body Conditioning Sessions
- 2x Confined Water Sessions
- 2x Boat Trips
Why take the AIDA Freediving course at Cortex in Krabi ?
We offer a unique freediving experience in one of Thailand’s most stunning natural resorts:
Beachfront Location: Train right on the beach with panoramic views of the iconic Railay cliffs and enjoy private access to our pool and boats..
Diverse Dive Sites: Explore everything from emerald freshwater lagoons to open-ocean dives and mesmerizing underwater caves.
Rich Marine Life: Encounter blacktip reef sharks, colorful corals, and vibrant tropical fish in crystal-clear 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 in Thailand.
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