🌊 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.
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