• Freediving course, first level of autonomy
  • Freediving course, first level of autonomy
  • Freediving course, first level of autonomy
  • Freediving course, first level of autonomy
  • Freediving course, first level of autonomy
French Alps / Thonon-les-Bains

Freediving course, first level of autonomy

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In summary

  • Sports
    Freediving
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Freediving
    Beginner
    For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
    Intermediate
    For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
    Confirmed
    For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
    Advanced
    For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to refine your technique.
    Expert
    For those who have been intensively practicing an endurance sport several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile across multiple sports. You are looking to experience an intense adventure that demands advanced technical skills and impeccable physical fitness.
  • Destination
    French Alps / Thonon-les-Bains
  • Age
    From 16 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    3.72 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    English
    Italian
    Spanish

In a few words

Discover freediving during a three-day immersive course in Thonon on Lake Geneva , accessible from age 16. Designed for beginners, this program allows you to acquire solid technical foundations and obtain a first level of certification (AIDA 2 or Molchanovs 1), guaranteeing autonomy and mastery.

Guided by professionals, you will explore different disciplines: static apnea , dynamic apnea , and depth apnea , with a progressive introduction to verticality in a natural environment. The sessions are complemented by essential theoretical instruction on physiology , breathing techniques, and safety and rescue protocols .

Between crystal-clear waters and breathtaking alpine panoramas, this course offers an ideal setting to grow in confidence, refine your senses, and develop your comfort underwater. A formative and accessible experience to learn to dive with complete peace of mind and validate your first level of independent freediving .

The highlights

  • Complete and certified freediving training (vertical, horizontal, static)
  • Internationally recognized level
  • Lake, fresh water, flat surface, visibility
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Sport

Level

Freediving

Beginner

Levels

Freediving
Beginner
For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
Intermediate
For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
Confirmed
For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
Advanced
For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to refine your technique.
Expert
For those who have been intensively practicing an endurance sport several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile across multiple sports. You are looking to experience an intense adventure that demands advanced technical skills and impeccable physical fitness.
For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.

The expert's opinion

This course is a key step towards a smooth entry into the world of freediving. It has been designed to impart a solid technical and theoretical foundation, while emphasizing safety and independence. In a natural environment, participants learn to better understand their bodies, master verticality, and progress with confidence, in a structured and respectful learning environment. This foundation is essential for practicing freediving safely and sustainably.

In figures

Apnea

  • Average duration/day: 4h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 4 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
English
Italian
Spanish
Benjamin A
Benjamin A

A certified and passionate freediver, your instructor uses his expertise to provide rigorous yet supportive instruction. Whether beginners or experienced freedivers, he pays particular attention to safety, individual progress, and the quality of the experience. His structured yet accessible teaching approach allows everyone to progress at their own pace and quickly gain confidence in the open water.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
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    Arrival

    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    You arrive at your accommodation and enjoy free time to explore the city.

    Day 1

Accommodation

How to book your accommodation When booking your stay, you can choose your preferred hotel, room type, and meal plan. The final price will be calculated based on your selections.

Access

Departure
120 Av. de Saint-Disdille, 74200 Thonon-les-Bains, France
Day 1 : 10h00
End of stay
120 Av. de Saint-Disdille, 74200 Thonon-les-Bains, France
Day 5 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Thonon-les-Bains

From the train station to 120 Saint-Disdille Avenue

  1. By urban bus ( Star't network / Thonon-les-Bains public transport ) towards Port Ripaille / Saint-Disdille — regular lines from the central hub near the station (Place des Arts).
  2. Local taxi (~10–15 min depending on traffic).
  3. On foot ~45–60 min (distance ~3 km) if train + walk along the lake.


Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Freediving activities
  2. Included equipment
  3. Theoretical kit
  4. Level Certification
  5. Accommodation according to the chosen package
  1. Accommodation according to the chosen package

The price does not include

  1. Personal expenses
  2. Transportation to the starting point
  3. The tourist tax
  1. The tourist tax

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance
  2. 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.

Trip offered and operated by Decathlon Travel
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Our partner team

• 6 stays
Our local partner is an agency specializing in freediving and scuba diving instruction. With 20 years of teaching experience, they guide participants from beginners to instructors towards independence in aquatic environments. Activities take place in swimming pools or natural settings (lakes, sea, cold water). Their offerings include certification courses (AIDA, PADI, etc.), breathing coaching, and wellness experiences, all within a safe and supportive environment.
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