Theory & breathing
Understand pressure, physiology, safe breath-hold preparation and why hyperventilation is avoided.
SSI BEGINNER CERTIFICATION · KAŞ, TÜRKİYE
SSI
SSI
FREEDIVER
Learn to freedive — not just hold your breath. Build reliable equalization, efficient movement, relaxed breath-holds and the safety skills to dive responsibly with a buddy.
★ 5.0 · 200+ Google reviewsLIFE AQUATIC FORMAT3 days
MINIMUM AGE12+
PREREQUISITENone
SSI MAX DEPTH20 metres
COURSE FEE€440
YOUR FIRST CERTIFICATION
The complete foundation for real open-water freediving.
SSI Freediver is the core beginner certification for people who want to move beyond a one-day experience and learn how to freedive safely with an equally or more-qualified buddy.
At Life Aquatic we combine theory, confined-water skills and open-water depth work with a strong focus on relaxation, equalization, efficient technique, recovery breathing and safe buddy procedures.
Quick answer: SSI sets the minimum age at 12, recommends 16–20 training hours and allows open-water training to a maximum of 20 metres. For 12–14-year-olds, the maximum open-water depth is 12 metres.
Prerequisites: No previous freediving certification is required. You must be fit to swim and complete the required SSI administrative and water-fitness requirements.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Ready to learn freediving as a skill, not just try it once?
SSI Freediver is the right starting point if you want a full beginner certification and the ability to continue training safely after the course.
- You are a complete beginner who already knows you want certification.
- You have snorkeling or scuba experience and want proper freediving technique.
- You want theory, confined-water skills and open-water depth training in one course.
YOUR 3-DAY COURSE
Build the foundations in the right order.
The exact sequence adapts to the diver and conditions, while the required SSI standards remain the foundation of the program.
Equalization
Develop a reliable equalization method and learn to equalize early, gently and before discomfort.
Confined-water skills
Practice static/dynamic fundamentals, body position, recovery breathing and buddy procedures.
Open-water depth
Transfer the skills to the line: duck dive, finning, equalization, turns, ascent control and relaxation.
Safety & assessment
Practice rescues, demonstrate the required skills and finish with a clear plan for independent progression.
WHAT YOU DEVELOP
Skills you can take into your next training session.
Breathing & relaxation
Build a calm preparation routine and efficient recovery breathing.
Equalization
Learn the pressure-management technique needed for controlled descents.
Body position & finning
Move through the water with less drag and unnecessary effort.
Open-water technique
Use the line, duck dive, descend, turn and ascend with control.
Buddy safety
Understand supervision, positioning, communication and rescue fundamentals.
Independent progression
Leave with a framework for safe practice after certification.
Course outcome: You leave with an SSI Freediver certification when all standards are met, plus a practical framework for equalization, open-water technique, recovery breathing, buddy supervision and safe independent practice within your training limits.
WHY LIFE AQUATIC IN KAŞ
Small groups. Direct feedback. Skills before numbers.
At Life Aquatic we do not teach beginners to chase 20 metres. We use small course groups, progressive depth and direct feedback so equalization, relaxation and safety remain clean as depth increases.
WHAT WE PRIORITIZE
Technique that still works when the dive gets harder.
We use progressive practice, individual feedback and realistic session goals so the skill you learn is repeatable — not something that only worked once during the course.
YOUR PATHWAY
See where this program fits.
Try Freediving
A half-day introduction if you want to experience freediving before committing to a certification.
VIEW TRY FREEDIVING →Advanced Freediver
For certified Freedivers ready to refine equalization, depth technique, safety and deeper adaptation.
VIEW ADVANCED →
COURSE FEE€440
3-day Life Aquatic course
Your complete beginner certification in Kaş.
The course combines SSI digital learning, theory, confined-water skills and open-water sessions. We confirm dates, registration, equipment requirements and meeting times before your course.
CHECK DATES ON WHATSAPPBEFORE YOU BOOK
Send us the information that matters.
- Your preferred dates.
Tell us when you will be in Kaş and how flexible your schedule is. - Your current certification.
Include the agency, level and any relevant specialties. - Your recent experience.
Share your comfortable / maximum depth and any equalization or technique issues. - Your goal.
Tell us what you want to improve so we can confirm whether this is the right program.
COURSE FAQ
Questions before you start.
Can a complete beginner take SSI Freediver?
Yes. SSI Freediver has no previous freediving certification prerequisite.
What is the minimum age?
The SSI minimum age is 12 years old.
How deep is SSI Freediver?
The maximum open-water training depth is 20 metres. For students aged 12–14, the maximum is 12 metres.
How long is the course at Life Aquatic?
Our normal format is 3 days. SSI recommends 16–20 hours for completion.
What do I learn?
Breathing, relaxation, equalization, confined-water skills, open-water technique, recovery breathing, buddy safety and rescue fundamentals.
What comes after SSI Freediver?
The next recreational certification is SSI Advanced Freediver.
Do I have to reach 20 metres to pass?
Twenty metres is the SSI maximum training depth for the program, not a target that every diver must force. Certification depends on completing the required knowledge, skills and performance standards.
Can the course be completed in two days?
Our normal format is three days. In some cases we can compress the schedule depending on student progress, logistics and departure time; contact us before booking.
READY TO CONTINUE?
Send us your dates and current level.
We’ll confirm availability, prerequisites, the most suitable course format and what you should prepare before arriving in Kaş.
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