| Scuba Center has been selling quality scuba diving and water rescue equipment since 1973. You will find support for a wide range of Surface Water Rescue and Public Safety Diving equipment at our Eagan, Minnesota location. Scuba Center Eagan
1571 Century Point
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
(651) 681-8434

Scuba Center Minneapolis
5015 Penn Ave South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419
(612) 925-4818
 

PADI Basic Freediver
The PADI Basic Freediver course is a subset of the PADI Freediver course. It's a great first step for developing solid freediving skills. You learn basic freediving principles and focus on practicing breathhold techniques in a pool or confined water site.The PADI Basic Freediver course is a subset of the PADI Freediver course. It’s a great first step for developing solid freediving skills. You learn basic freediving principles and focus on practicing breathhold techniques in a pool or confined water site.

To enroll in a PADI Basic Freediver course you must be 12 years old or older. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.
The PADI Basic Freediver course consists of two main phases:

  • Knowledge development through independent study with the PADI Freediver eLearning (or your instructor may conduct class sessions if not available in a language you understand).

  • Confined water session to learn breathhold techniques as well as static and dynamic apnea, plus proper buddy procedures. Goal: Static apnea of 90 seconds and dynamic apnea of 25 meters/80 feet.

PADI Basic Freediver eLearning included

Not an extra fee
Prerequisite: Be at least 12 years old.
Certification: PADI Basic Freediver PADI | The Way the World Learns to Dive | Click here for www.padi.com | PADI Basic Freediver classes in Minnesota. 
PADI Basic Freediver Course Fee: $149.00
(Fee and cancellation policy)
What equipment do I need for class?:  
In the PADI Basic Freediver course, you learn to use a mask, snorkel and fins, and may also use a wetsuit and weight belt. Using gear designed specifically for freediving is best, however, in this course, you may be able to use snorkeling equipment you already own. You can get advice about everything you need from your PADI Freediver Instructor at Scuba Center.
 
What do I need to do before class?:   
Complete the PADI Basic Freediver eLearning and complete the knowledge reviews. You also need to complete a PADI Student Record File (which includes a Medical Statement). If you answer yes to any of the medical history questions, we must require a signed physicians approval before you participate. You can download and review the Diver Medical | Participant Questionnaire. Please print a copy to take to your physician for their approval and signature if required.
 
PADI Basic Freediver courses in Minnesota | Scuba Center PADI Basic Freediver Course Dates:
2026 Schedule: Class/Pool Fri. 6-10pm. Pool sessions held at Scuba Center in Eagan, Minnesota.
BF260925 - Sep 25