Freediving Level 3

Learn the techniques of a freediving world record holder in the SSI Freediving Level 3 program. The ultimate in freediving training, this program will give you the advanced freediving skills and knowledge you need to dive up to 40 meters deep with a buddy.

Earn this coveted SSI freediving certification today and prepare for your ultimate freediving goals.

What Will You Learn?

Get closer to making your ultimate freediving goals a reality with the SSI Freediving Level 3 certification program. This is the highest level of freediving training and will help you discover your true potential as a freediver.

Using an in-depth combination of online learning and freediving sessions, you will maximize your skills and learn the techniques freediving world record holders use.

The SSI Freedivng Level 3 Course consists of three main phases:

  • Four Academic Sessions (Independent study or in a classroom)
  • Two Pool / Confined Water Sessions
  • Five Open Water Dives- Where its time to use the knowledge and skills you acquired, in the open ocean to complete the SSI Freediving Level 3 Course

Maximum Training Depth : 40 meters / 130 feet

What Will You Do?

  • Complete all academic sessions and assessments as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.
  • Complete the program’s final exam.
  • Complete at least one (1) stretching session as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.
  • Complete at least one (1) coaching session as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.
  • Complete at least one (1) mouth-fill session as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.
  • Complete at least two (2) pool/confined water sessions as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.
  • Complete at least five (5) open water sessions as outlined in the instructor manual for Freediving Level 3.

Course Schedule

Recommended hours for completion: 32-40. The number of classes, hours and sessions per day are set by the individual instructor, based on student needs, student ability and water conditions.

Course Price

Get in touch with an SSI Training Center for the same.

Student Learning Materials Price

INR 7,500

Course Prerequisites

Minimum age:

  • 18 years old.
  • Have logged at least 30 in-water freediving sessions.

Have the following SSI certifications or equivalent from a recognized training agency:

  • Freediving Level 2

Equipment Requirements

Unless the program-specific instructor manual states otherwise, each freediving student must be equipped with a properly fitted Total Freediving System, including:

• Mask

• Snorkel

• Bi-fins(standard length or long freediving fins)

• Exposure suit appropriate for the environment

• Weight System

• Logbook

Students are required to wear a freediving safety lanyard if any of the following conditions apply:

• Level 2 Freediving programs and higher

• Vertical visibility is less than 10 meters

• The planned freedive is deeper than 20 meters in depth

• On any site where the natural bottom depth is 30 meters or deeper

*Equipment will be provided by your Dive Centre. We recommend that you should get your own gear once you become a certified diver.

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