Freediving Open Water - Mermaid Artistic Swimming https://mermaidartisticswimming.com Discover your inner mermaid Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:48:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://mermaidartisticswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cropped-Universal-scaled-1-32x32.jpg Freediving Open Water - Mermaid Artistic Swimming https://mermaidartisticswimming.com 32 32 PADI Freediver Open water Certification | 08/31/25 9am-12pm https://mermaidartisticswimming.com/product/padi-freediver-open-water-certification-08-31-25-9am-12pm/ Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:48:13 +0000 https://mermaidartisticswimming.com/?post_type=product&p=2450 A 4 hour in-water class with focus on buddy safety and self bail-out practices while diving to 33+ feet depth.

Prerequisite: PADI  Basic Freediving Certification.

Location: Haigh Quarry, Kankakee, IL

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]]> What you will learn and practice:

  1. Freediving theory via PADI eLearning online study.

  2. Frenzel ear equalization technique and freediving breathing patterns via live online video call.

  3. Handling of freediving equipment.

  4. Freediving to a minimum depth of 10 meters (33 feet) on a single breath. Maximum depth for this level is 14 meters (45 feet).

  5. Comprehensive safety assistance and rescue techniques for other freedivers.

Required Equipment: Mask, snorkel, bi-fins, 3 mm wetsuit with hood, weight belt, and 5 lbs of weights (one 2 lb and three 1 lb weights).
All equipment can be rented from a local scuba shop or the Haigh Quarry office. Advance reservation is recommended.

Note: A $15 entry fee to Haigh Quarry is required and paid directly at the entrance.

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