Freedive Courses
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AIDA certification courses, private coaching, and underwater photography are offered personally by Mitch on Oahu. AIDA certification is awarded only after all applicable requirements are successfully completed.
Pool-based introduction. One day of theory, breath-hold technique and confined-water practice. No open-water depth diving.
Complete beginner course with open water. Two days of theory, confined water and open water. 12m is the certification depth; 20m / 65 ft is the maximum training depth, not a target.
Advanced depth training. Develop your depth, safety, and technique over three days. 24m is the certification depth; 30m / 100 ft is the maximum training depth.
Master and assistant-instructor preparation. Advanced technique and rescue skills. 32m is the certification depth; training goes up to a maximum of 38m / 125 ft.
One-on-one coaching tailored to where you are. Build confidence, improve your technique, or work toward greater depth.
Underwater portraits in the open ocean. 2 hours in the water and 10 finished photos delivered.
Become an AIDA Instructor. Teaching methodology, performance requirements, and the path to leading your own students.
Every course below is taught personally by Mitch on Oahu. Where a certification depth is listed, that is the depth required to certify — the maximum is a training limit, not a target you must reach.
| Course | Setting | Experience needed | Certification earned | Duration | Max class | Price | Open water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIDA 1 | Pool / confined water | None | AIDA 1 | 1 day, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM | 3 students | $275 | No |
| AIDA 1+2 | Pool and open water | None | AIDA 1 and AIDA 2 | 2 days, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM | 6 students | $425 | Yes — 12m to certify, 20m maximum |
| AIDA 3 | Pool and open water | AIDA 2 | AIDA 3 | 3 days, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM | 4 students | $550 | Yes — 24m to certify, 30m maximum |
| AIDA 4 | Pool and open water | AIDA 3 | AIDA 4 | 4 days, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM | 4 students | $650 | Yes — 32m to certify, 38m maximum |
| Instructor Course | Classroom, pool and open water | AIDA 4 | AIDA Instructor | Minimum 7 days, typically 8–10 | By arrangement | Arranged individually | Yes — up to 50m maximum |
| Private Training | Pool or open water | None | None | 2 hours | 2 students | $300 | By arrangement |
| Creative Photo Session | Open water | AIDA 2 or equivalent | None | 2 hours | 1 student | $550 | Yes |
Certification is awarded only after all applicable requirements are successfully completed. Fins, mask, snorkel and a weight belt are provided on every course; a wetsuit is not, and is highly recommended.
