Your level 1 freediving and scuba diving certification in Lake Geneva
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationHaute-Savoie / Thonon-les-Bains
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AgeFrom 16 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions26.95 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
In a few words
Discover a comprehensive program dedicated to underwater versatility , combining freediving and scuba diving to develop technique, ease, and confidence. This program allows you to obtain two recognized certifications: Level 1 Scuba Diving and Level 1 Freediving (AIDA2) , thanks to progressive and structured learning.
Designed for athletes and enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills, this course is for those who want to progress with confidence in lakes , at sea , and during their travels. The combination of these two disciplines promotes improved breathing , optimal relaxation , and effective stress and exertion management. Freediving refines sensations and body control, while scuba diving develops comfort and an understanding of the underwater environment.
Lakes Annecy and Geneva offer an ideal setting for progress: consistent visibility , a calm and safe environment, and depths suitable for learning. This complementary nature provides a solid foundation for long-term development in both disciplines.
The highlights
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A complete and unique exploration of the aquatic world
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2 certifications in 1 stay
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Experienced professionals who themselves practice scuba diving and freediving
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Sport
Level
Freediving
The expert's opinion
Prerequisite: having completed a first dive in freediving and scuba diving and providing a valid medical certificate .
In figures
Apnea
- Average duration/day: 8h
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
- Maximum depth: 20 m
Management
French
Program
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Arrival
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You arrive at your accommodation and take advantage of the first moments there to discover the city.
Day 1 -
Level 1 in scuba diving and freediving
- Activity Apnea
- Duration of the activity 8h per day
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 20 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In freediving , you develop better breathing techniques and learn to achieve true relaxation before and during dives. You practice Frenzel equalization , refine your finning technique, and improve your constant weight descent . Particular attention is paid to safety and buddy systems , allowing you to progress with confidence. You advance in static and dynamic apnea, with certification goals of 2 minutes in STA , 40 meters in DYN , and 16 meters in CWT . You also learn advanced safety techniques , including assistance and deep rescue.
In diving , you'll become familiar with your equipment , learning how to assemble and check it, and how to easily use your buoyancy compensator and regulator . Underwater, you'll gain confidence: clearing your mask, retrieving your regulator, descending and ascending calmly, and maintaining buoyancy effortlessly. You'll work on your body position and movements to progress efficiently while respecting the marine environment . Underwater hand signals , air management, and the basics of team safety round out your training.
Days 2 to 6 -
Departure
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
At the end of your stay, you will vacate your room in the morning.
Day 7
Note
The validation of acquired skills takes place over the course of 5 days.
To prepare for this week, it's important to avoid congestion. You can use a neti pot for nasal irrigation. You can also prepare your eardrums by equalizing pressure in your ears a few times during the week.
Accommodation
Just a 15-minute drive from the freediving club, this hotel in the heart of Thonon-les-Bains allows you to easily enjoy the shores of Lake Geneva while staying close to shops and the port. After your open water sessions, you can relax in modern, air-conditioned, and soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi for optimal rest. A restaurant, bar, 24-hour reception, and convenient services complete this comfortable and functional hotel, perfect for a freediving holiday that combines accessibility and tranquility.
Just a 15-minute drive from the freediving club, this comfortable hotel in Thonon-les-Bains is the perfect base for your stay on the shores of Lake Geneva. Enjoy air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi, ideal for relaxing after your sessions. Free parking, a 24-hour reception, a fitness room, and a buffet breakfast complete the experience for a convenient and relaxing sporting holiday.
Just 1.5 km from the freediving club, this 4-star hotel in Évian-les-Bains enjoys a prime location overlooking Lake Geneva, close to the port, thermal baths, and golf course. After your freediving sessions, you can relax in spacious and elegant rooms with balconies, premium bedding, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi for optimal recovery. A seasonal outdoor pool, a full-service spa with sauna, fitness room, restaurant, and lounge bar complete this upscale establishment, offering a freediving holiday that combines performance, comfort, and relaxation.
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Dives and freediving of the week
- All the equipment
- Educational kits
- Certifications
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
The price does not include
- Transportation to the place of stay
- Personal expenses
- The tourist tax
- The tourist tax
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
- Meals according to the chosen package
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.