PADI Freediving Courses Phuket — All 4 Certification Levels
From your first breath-hold to Master Freediver — SSS Phuket runs every PADI freediving certification at Kata Beach, Phuket. Pool training at Chalong, and open water boat days at Racha Yai Island included on every level.
All PADI Freediving Courses at SSS Phuket
PADI Basic Freediver — Introduction to Freediving
The perfect first step into freediving. Learn breath-hold theory, pool skills, duck dives, buddy safety, and basic equalisation over 2 days — no experience needed, just the ability to swim.
- Pool session at Chalong + Racha Yai Island
- No experience needed
- All equipment included
- PADI Basic Freediver certification
PADI Freediver — Level 2 Certification
The most popular freediving cert — and the best starting point for most people. Full pool and Racha Yai Island open water training over 2–3 days.
- Pool + Racha Yai Island
- No experience needed
- Meals + transfers included
- PADI Freediver certification
PADI Advanced Freediver — Level 3
Advanced equalisation, refined technique, and a real jump in depth and breath-hold. A single focused 3-day course at Racha Yai Island.
- Pool + Racha Yai Island
- Requires PADI Freediver or crossover eval
- Meals + transfers included
- PADI Advanced Freediver certification
PADI Master Freediver — Level 4
The top of the PADI freediving ladder. Master-level equalisation, deeper constant weight technique, and 5 days of intensive training across four Racha Yai boat days.
- Pool + 4× Racha Yai Island days
- Requires PADI Advanced Freediver or crossover
- Meals + transfers included
- PADI Master Freediver certification
Compare All PADI Freediving Courses
Every level trains at the same pool and the same island — the only thing that changes is how deep and how long you hold your breath.
| Detail | Basic Freediver | Freediver Most Popular | Advanced Freediver | Master Freediver |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Entry | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
| Price | ฿7,900 | ฿7,900–9,900 | ฿12,900 | ฿15,900 |
| Duration | 2 days | 2–3 days | 3 days | 5 days |
| STA (breath-hold) | — | 2:00 | 2:45 | 3:30 |
| DYN (pool swim) | — | 40m | 55m | 70m |
| CWT (open water depth) | — | 10-16m | 16-24m | 24-40m |
| Pool session | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Racha Yai boat trip | 1 day | 1–2 days | 2 days | 4 days |
| Prerequisite | None | None | PADI Freediver or crossover eval | PADI Advanced Freediver or crossover |
| View Basic Freediver → | View Freediver → | View Advanced Freediver → | View Master Freediver → |
Which PADI Course Is Right for You?
Not sure where to start? Every level builds on the one before it — here's how to find your starting point.
Most complete beginners go straight into PADI Freediver (Level 2) — it covers everything Basic Freediver does, plus your first open water certification at Racha Yai. Want a gentler, lower-pressure intro first? Start with PADI Basic Freediver instead.
PADI Freediver is most popular →PADI Freediver (Level 2) is your next step. You already know the basics — Level 2 takes you into open water at Racha Yai Island, with a 10-16m constant weight target.
View PADI Freediver →PADI Advanced Freediver (Level 3) takes you deeper — advanced equalisation, refined technique, and a 16-24m constant weight target across a single focused 3-day course at Racha Yai.
View Advanced Freediver →PADI Master Freediver (Level 4) is the top of the ladder — master-level equalisation, deeper constant weight technique, and a 24-40m target across 5 days of training at Racha Yai.
View Master Freediver →Why Learn PADI Freediving at SSS Phuket
Phuket has plenty of freediving schools. Here's what actually separates a PADI certification you can trust from one that just ticks a box.
PADI Certified Since 2008
Phuket's original freediving school. Every course follows official PADI standards — not a shortened, unofficial version.
Max 3 Students Per Instructor
Every level, every dive — capped at 3 students per instructor. You're closely supervised and spotted on every descent, not lost in a crowd.
Real, Named Instructors
You'll train with actual PADI-certified freediving instructors — not a rotating cast of seasonal hires. Meet the team below.
Racha Yai Island, Every Level
All four certifications dive the same clear-water site — one of Phuket's best for visibility and calm conditions, ideal for line and buoy training.
Progress Through All 4 Levels In-House
Start at PADI Basic Freediver and reach Master Freediver without ever switching schools — same instructors, same pool, same boat, watching your progress the whole way.
All-Inclusive, No Hidden Costs
Full equipment rental, hotel transfers, and meals included in every course price — what you see is what you pay.
What's Included in Every PADI Course
All-inclusive pricing across every level — no hidden costs, no surprise add-ons at checkout.
Every PADI Level Follows the Same 3-Stage Structure
Only the depth targets, skills, and number of days change as you move up — the training pattern itself stays the same from Basic Freediver to Master Freediver.
Pool Training — Chalong
Theory sessions plus confined-water skills: breathing technique, equalisation, duck dives, finning, and static/dynamic apnea practice in a controlled environment before you ever leave the pool deck.
Open Water Application — Racha Yai Island
Your first open water application: line procedures, rescue and self-rescue skills, and building comfort in real conditions before your certification dives. (PADI Freediver Level 2 and above — Basic Freediver combines this with certification dives in a single day.)
Certification Dives — Racha Yai Island
A full-day boat trip (up to four days for Master Freediver) to Racha Yai's clear water for your official certification dives, guided along a line and closely supervised by your instructor.
Meet the Team Behind Every PADI Certification
Every PADI course at SSS Phuket is led by a real, named freediving instructor — not a rotating cast of seasonal hires.
Jean-Brice
PADI Freediving Instructor & Director
English · French
Florian
Molchanovs/SSI Dive & Freedive Instructor
English · French
Val
Molchanovs Freediving Instructor
English · Russian
Constantin
AIDA Instructor & AIDA Judge
Freediving
What Our PADI Freedivers Say
"Me and my girlfriend tried this as first time divers and it was really beyond our expectations. Instructor Lung was so patient and literally held our hands underwater. Overall 10/10."
"We saw a huge variety of beautiful fish, moray eels, and the absolute highlight was spotting a turtle. It truly was one of the best days of our lives."
"My instructor Pomme was amazing and highly recommended. The water was clear and we saw a lot of coral and marine life. If and when I come back to Phuket, I will be doing this trip again."
"Quality of instructors was superb. There was one instructor for every two or three students. Convenient hotel pickup, well-planned logistics."
Frequently Asked Questions
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Find Us at Kata Beach
- Address: 184/1 Koktanod Road, Kata Beach, Phuket 83100
- Hours: Open 8am–8pm, daily
- WhatsApp: +66 895 869 920
- Email: info@sssphuket.com
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- ✔ Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your course starts — course fee refunded in full. Online certification materials are non-refundable once issued
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Choose Your Level to Book
Each PADI level has its own dedicated booking page with the full course details, schedule, and secure checkout.