recreational freediving courses

NOTANX HAVE BEEN CERTIFYING FREEDIVERS SINCE 2002 BASED ON THE PRINCIPLE THAT TO MASTER SKILLS THEY MUST BE PRACTICED RATHER THAN SIMPLY LEARNT.

Our ethos is built around progressive training, and so our courses are designed to complement and enhance regular training. Starting with out Foundation Course, we introduce divers to our philosophy of freediving, awareness of what is happening in the body when we dive, and safe diving principles. Our successive courses build on these principles, and are designed to help divers attain and enjoy the dives of their dreams.

 
 

  • A full day course covering safety basics and techniques. Following completion of this course, a student will be able to practice safely in an enclosed environment (e.g. a pool), up to a maximum of 5m deep.

    All NoTanx club members are required to take a Foundation Course within their first year of membership. The course details are:

    • Full day course (usually Sundays, 8.30am to 5pm)

    • Includes 2 pool sessions, 2 ‘yin’ dry sessions (yoga, movement and breathing), and theory sessions

    • No experience necessary, kit hire included

    • Cost: £160

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  • After completing this course (with a minimum of 2 open water sessions) and complementary pool training, a student will know the fundamentals of diving in open water safely, up to a maximum of 16m.

    • Full-day course (9am - 5pm)

    • Includes 2 open-water dives

    • Suitable for those who have completed the Foundation Course; kit hire included

    • Cost: £160

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  • A series of modules designed to help move towards advanced freediving skills

    • This course can be accomplished during regular lake days and club sessions or as a stand-alone course. comprised of a pool 1:1 session and 1/2 lake day.

    • If you are interested in this course, either as a stand-alone or to complete throughout regular club training sessions, please fill in the contact form below.

    • Cost (standalone): £160

    Please get in contact if you’re interested.

  • The advanced course is perfect for freedivers looking to consolidate their understanding of freediving and work on more advanced techniques

    • This course is suitable for people with freediving experience (‘Blue’ club members and above, for non club members, please get in contact to discuss your experience)

    • This course is comprised of two elements:

      • The Advanced Open Water test (previously known as the '‘red test’ within NoTanx), taken at Vobster Quay or one of the deep pools.

      • Advanced Theory Lectures and Exam. Lectures are delivered live over the course of a full day, which concludes with the Exam

      • Cost: £160

    Advanced courses are scheduled on demand - please get in contact if you’re interested.

  • This qualification is suitable for dedicated club members looking to get more involved with NoTanx. Assistant Instructors are qualified to run pool sessions, and can access paid opportunities within the club e.g. running courses, trips and 1:1 sessions.

    • The qualification is comprised of:

      • Advanced Pool Safety (lectures and test)

      • Demonstrating knowledge of NoTanx methodology, exercises and approach in club sessions (and other NoTanx events). There is no set number of hours to earn this qualification, as each individual’s journey is unique

    • If you are interested in becoming an Assistant Instructor, pleaseget in touch, and we can discuss how to get you there!

 
 

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Register your interest to let us know if you’re interested in upcoming training opportunities, to schedule small group training, or to find out more about any of our training courses.