If you’re considering the AIDA4 course, it means you’re already on the path toward deep freediving.
Freediving is the purest form of underwater exploration—unbound and self-reliant. It’s about discovering the true potential of your body and mind, diving deep on a single breath, and embracing the ocean in complete freedom.
Be 18 years of age or older
Have completed the AIDA 3 course or have completed the AIDA 3 Crossover Evaluation if crossing over from another freediving agency
Have completed a course in First Aid with CPR within the last 2 years (Apply for PADI EFR Course)
Static Apnea: 3:30 minutes STA
Dynamic Apnea: 70 meters DYNB
Depth: 32 meters CWTB
Theoretical exam: passing score 75%
Depth Rescue: 20 meters
Master Skills
Course Duration: 4 Days
The course includes:
Theory session (1): Physics - Dalton's Law, Boyle's Law, Henry's law, Decompression Sickness, Nitrogen Narcosis, Failure Depth and how to increase VC and decrease RV, FRC Diving, Mouth-Fill, Packing, Fitness and Training, Nutrition and Diet for Freedivers.
Theory exam (1)
Confined water sessions (2): STA (static) training, DYN/DNF training, CO₂ tolerance training, safety and rescue techniques, Assistant Instructor
Open water sessions (4): the new techniques in AIDA4 course will include FRC diving, mouth-fill equalization, packing and equipment handling.
Note: The course must be completed within 6 months, with open water sessions required to be completed within 3 months. Additional fees may apply for incomplete components beyond this period.Includes:
Use of all personal freediving equipment during the course (low-volume mask, snorkel, wetsuit, fins, weight belt)
AIDA4 student manual
AIDA4 certificationAccess to water training sessions
Not Included:
Accommodation, transportation, and insurance
Theory Review + Theory Exam
Confined / Shallow Water Training and Evaluation
Open Water / Depth Training and Evaluation
The AIDA4 course is available with two course location options:
Option 1: Deep Dive Dubai, UAE | Option 2: Pool + East Coast, UAE
Fee: AED 5,500 (3~4 pax) | AED 7,500 (2 pax) | AED 9,500 (private)
Schedule: 4 days, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Other timings available on request
Location: Deep Dive Dubai – 60m indoor freshwater pool, 30°C, with stunning underwater scenery
Fee: AED 4,500 Discounts: AED 4,250 (2 pax) | AED 4,000 (4 pax)
Schedule & Location:
• Tue 6–9PM: Theory + Static – Al Furjan Club / Hamdan, Dubai
• Thu 6–9PM: Theory + Dynamic – Hamdan Pool, Dubai
• Sat/Sun 9:30AM–12:30PM: Depth – Dibba Bay, Fujairah