🌊 Molchanovs Wave 1 (W1) Freediving Course
Dahab Apnea – Discover Freediving with the Molchanovs System

Wave 1 is the perfect entry point into the world of freediving. Designed for beginners, this course introduces you to the Molchanovs Movement—a global freediving community and training system developed by world champions. You’ll learn the foundations of breath-hold diving, safety, and relaxation, while building confidence in both pool and open water environments.

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✅ Prerequisites
– Minimum age: 18 years (16–17 with parental consent)
– Ability to swim 200m non-stop without fins or 300m with mask, fins, and snorkel
– Comfort in open water environments

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📋 Course Requirements
– Static Apnea (STA): 1:30 minutes
– Dynamic Bi-Fins (DYNB): 30 meters
– Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB): 12–16 meters
– Minimum Water Sessions: 5
– Theory Exam: Online or in-person, passing score required

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🧘‍♂️ What You’ll Learn
Confined Water Sessions
– Breathing and relaxation techniques
– Streamlining and finning basics
– Safety protocols and buddy system

Open Water Sessions
– Equalization and duck diving
– Vertical positioning and buoyancy control
– Turns, free immersion, and constant weight diving
– Integration of pool skills into depth diving

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📚 Freediving Theory Topics
– Introduction to Freediving and the Molchanovs System
– The Breathing Cycle and Dive Response
– Equalization Techniques (Frenzel basics)
– Freediving Safety and Rescue
– Equipment Overview
– Freediving Disciplines and Training Cycles

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🌐 Molchanovs Movement Benefits
– Access to the Molchanovs Base Training system
– Connection to a global community of freedivers
– Ongoing dry and wet training programs
– Progress tracking through the Molchanovs Dashboard

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🧭 Course Logistics
– Certification: Molchanovs Wave 1
– Confined Water: Minimum 2 sessions
– Open Water: Minimum 3 sessions over 2+ days
– Max Depth: Up to 20m (based on student performance and safety)
– Included: Freediving equipment + Molchanovs W1 certification
– Price: €300

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Wave 1 is more than a course—it’s your gateway into a lifelong journey of freediving mastery. With Dahab’s ideal conditions and your expert instruction, students will leave with the skills, mindset, and community support to continue progressing safely and joyfully.

🌊 Molchanovs Wave 2 (W2) Freediving Course
Dahab Apnea – Dive Deeper with Confidence and Precision

Wave 2 is the next step in your freediving journey. This intermediate-level course builds on the foundations of Wave 1, guiding you toward deeper dives, refined technique, and advanced safety skills. With Dahab’s pristine conditions and expert instruction, you’ll gain the tools to dive up to 30 meters with control and ease.

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✅ Prerequisites
– Minimum age: 18 years (16–17 with parental consent)
– Certified Molchanovs Wave 1 (or equivalent)
– Comfortable with basic equalization and buddy procedures
– Able to perform:
– Static apnea of at least 2:30 minutes
– Dynamic Bi-Fins (DYNB): 50 meters
– Dynamic No Fins (DNF): 35 meters

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📋 Course Requirements
– Static Apnea (STA): 2:30 minutes
– Dynamic Bi-Fins (DYNB): 50 meters
– Dynamic No Fins (DNF): 35 meters
– Constant Weight Bi-Fins (CWTB): 24–30 meters
– Free Immersion (FIM): 24–30 meters
– Constant No Fins (CNF): 15 meters
– Rescue & Buddying: 10–15 meters
– Minimum Water Sessions: 6
– Theory Exam: Online or in-person, passing score required

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🧘‍♂️ What You’ll Learn
Confined Water Sessions
– Advanced breathing and mental preparation
– Streamlining and finning refinement
– Rescue techniques and blackout management

Open Water Sessions
– Reverse packing and improved Frenzel equalization
– Freefall technique and depth adaptation
– Advanced buddying and deep rescue
– Dive planning and performance strategies

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📚 Freediving Theory Topics
– Freediving Physics and Pressure Adaptation
– Early Freediving History and Evolution
– Equalization: Reverse Packing & Frenzel Mastery
– Injury Prevention and Treatment
– Mental Training and Mindfulness
– Equipment Optimization for Depth

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🌐 Molchanovs Movement Benefits
– Lifetime access to Base Training 2 and Base Training +
– Progress tracking via the Molchanovs Dashboard
– Global community support and training updates
– Eligibility to upgrade to Wave 3 – Master Freediving

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🧭 Course Logistics
– Certification: Molchanovs Wave 2
– Confined Water: 2 sessions
– Open Water: 4 sessions over 2+ days
– Max Depth: Up to 30m (based on student performance and safety)
– Included: Freediving equipment + Molchanovs W2 certification
– Price: €350

– Every extra session : €35

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Wave 2 is where freediving becomes a discipline of depth, awareness, and mastery. With your guidance and Dahab’s ideal training conditions, students will leave empowered to dive deeper—safely, skillfully, and with purpose.