Freediving: An Introduction
Imagine a course that gives you the knowledge and skills to stay relaxed under the water, spend more time under water, and to move in an efficient way through the water. Freediving is an accessible alternative to scuba diving that is also fun and exciting. Join us to develop the basic skills and breathhold techniques that allow you to explore the underwater world with just a mask and fins. Best of all, freediving is open to a wide range of fitness levels so just about anyone can learn the skills to explore the world from this unique viewpoint. You will start in the classroom and learn the theory and basics of freediving. You’ll then split into small groups for pool sessions where you will practice stretches, rescue skills, the basics of safe breath-hold techniques, weighting, surface diving, how to enter and exit the water, and increase your breathhold times.
Freediving is for everyone no matter your gender, shape, background, or age.
*This course does not result in a certification. Certification is available after course completion, inquire for details.
Wednesdays, 11/06/24 from 6:30-7:30 in UUCE 146
In the pool Saturdays, 11/09/24 - 11/16/24 SLC, UT.
(Students will split into two different pool times as determined amongst students during the first classroom session)
Course Notes: This class takes place in person at the Continuing Education and Community Engagement building on Wednesdays (540 Arapeen Drive, SLC) and at Dive Utah on Saturdays (4679 S 2225 E Holladay). The special fee covers all equipment and pool rental. Please bring your own towel, a secure swimsuit, water and water bottle, and a change of clothing. Class is limited to 8, pool sessions are limited to 4. Please view the University of Utah's current Covid guidelines for attending classes on campus at https://coronavirus.utah.edu/
Tuition: $119.00 + Special Fee: $115.00 = $234.00 Registration for this class will close on 11/05/2024 at midnight
Enrollment Minimum: 4 Enrollment Cap: 8
Freediving requires a minimum level of health and fitness. Chronic health conditions, certain medications and/or recent surgery may require you to get written approval from a physician before diving.
Avoid disappointment, download and review the Diver Medical form to ensure you won’t need a physician’s approval to dive before enrolling in a freediving course. Instructors, divemasters and dive shop staff are not physicians and should not be asked for medical advice; only medical professionals can give medical clearance to dive.
Freediving is for everyone no matter your gender, shape, background, or age.
*This course does not result in a certification. Certification is available after course completion, inquire for details.
Wednesdays, 11/06/24 from 6:30-7:30 in UUCE 146
In the pool Saturdays, 11/09/24 - 11/16/24 SLC, UT.
(Students will split into two different pool times as determined amongst students during the first classroom session)
Course Notes: This class takes place in person at the Continuing Education and Community Engagement building on Wednesdays (540 Arapeen Drive, SLC) and at Dive Utah on Saturdays (4679 S 2225 E Holladay). The special fee covers all equipment and pool rental. Please bring your own towel, a secure swimsuit, water and water bottle, and a change of clothing. Class is limited to 8, pool sessions are limited to 4. Please view the University of Utah's current Covid guidelines for attending classes on campus at https://coronavirus.utah.edu/
Tuition: $119.00 + Special Fee: $115.00 = $234.00 Registration for this class will close on 11/05/2024 at midnight
Enrollment Minimum: 4 Enrollment Cap: 8
Freediving requires a minimum level of health and fitness. Chronic health conditions, certain medications and/or recent surgery may require you to get written approval from a physician before diving.
Avoid disappointment, download and review the Diver Medical form to ensure you won’t need a physician’s approval to dive before enrolling in a freediving course. Instructors, divemasters and dive shop staff are not physicians and should not be asked for medical advice; only medical professionals can give medical clearance to dive.
