Groix: Introductory courses in freediving/scuba diving｜France

Introductory session:

A half-day introduction to the wonderful world of freediving. This is a discovery session, suitable for beginners, designed to introduce you to freediving along a cable in a safe and fun way, and to freely explore the underwater world. After a two-hour theory session covering all the fundamentals of breathing, safety, and techniques, you will be guided by your instructor during a two-hour session at sea, starting from a boat. This outing in a natural environment will allow you to reach depths of up to 6 meters.

Our outings end with a debriefing over a cup of tea with honey from grandma's house and Breton cookies.

The SDConservation Apnée freediving school is involved in several environmental projects. A reading of the eco-responsible diver's charter will be offered to the group at the beginning of the outing. This time will be dedicated to a discussion on the importance of preserving our coastal areas. We will talk about SDConservation Apnée's actions, participatory science projects, and the school's initiatives in collaboration with local stakeholders.

This is not a complete course for beginners, but rather an introduction that will give you a voucher idea of what freediving is all about and is suitable for those who have limited time.
What is freediving?
Presentation of the different disciplines of freediving.
Full inspiration.
Relaxation phase.
Recovery breathing and surface check.
Ear equalization.
The duck dive, kicking, and body positioning technique.
Risks associated with freediving and basic safety instructions.

In the water:

Buoyancy check.
Introduction to vertical freediving (maximum depth 6m).
Equalization.
Breathing and relaxation exercises.
Recovery breathing and surface check in situ.
Free immersion dives.
Constant weight dives.

What is included in the course price:
1 freediving session in the sea.
1 static freediving session on dry land (included in the theory).
Freediving equipment (wetsuits from size XS (12-13 years) to XXL and fins from size 35 to 48).
1 theory lesson.

Not included in the package price:
Travel to Groix, accommodation, and meals.
Certification or diploma.

Conditions of participation:
Minimum age 12 (signed parental consent required for minors).
Must be able to swim 200 m independently without fins.

Meeting point:
Groix Youth Hostel, at the CRESSI advertising flag.

Maximum 4 people per outing.

If you go scuba diving, you must wait 24 hours before freediving!