How much freediving costs in the Philippines

Freediving Prices • Philippines • 2026

How Much Does Freediving Cost in the Philippines?

Free diving is more affordable than most people think. Here are Mabini Freediving Club's current prices — with pool/dive fees, basic gear, and underwater media already included.

Short answer

An Intro to Freediving session costs ₱2,495 (city pool or open water). Practice and pool training are ₱1,895, a combo package is ₱3,990, private sessions start at ₱5,000, and full Molchanovs Wave 1 certification is ₱15,000. Prices include pool or resort/dive fees, basic gear, and underwater photo/video coverage.

FREEDIVING PRICES (PHILIPPINES)

Session / CoursePriceNotes
Intro to Freediving (City Dive)₱2,495Metro Manila pool — for first-timers
Intro to Freediving (Open Water)₱2,495Mabini, Batangas — beginner open water
Practice / Base Training Session₱1,895City or open water, after an intro
Pool Training (STA/DYN/DNF)₱1,895Pool-based skills training
Combo Package₱3,990Intro + Practice progression
Private Sessionfrom ₱5,0001–2 people, personalized pacing
AIDA 1₱8,500Intro-level course (confined water)
AIDA 2 / Molchanovs Wave 1₱15,000First full certification
AIDA 3 / Molchanovs Wave 2₱20,000Advanced certification

Prices current as of 2026 and may change. Message us for the latest schedule and availability.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Instruction & safety

  • • Certified instructor coaching
  • • Safety briefing & supervision
  • • Small groups for closer support

Fees & gear

  • • Pool or resort/dive fees
  • • Use of basic freediving gear
  • • Beginner-friendly setup

Underwater media

  • • Underwater photos & videos
  • • Color grading on open-water media
  • • Yours to keep and share

WHY OUR PRICING IS WORTH IT

Some schools run large group sessions to keep prices low. We keep groups small for closer coaching and a safer, faster learning experience — and we still include underwater media so you leave with photos and videos of your first dives. At ₱2,495 for an intro, it's one of the most accessible — and complete — ways to try freediving in the Philippines.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does freediving cost in the Philippines?

An Intro to Freediving session costs ₱2,495 (city pool or open water). Practice and pool training are ₱1,895, a combo package is ₱3,990, private sessions start at ₱5,000, and Molchanovs Wave 1 certification is ₱15,000.

What's included in the price?

Intro sessions include instruction, a safety briefing, pool or resort/dive fees, basic water comfort skills, and underwater photo/video coverage. Use of basic freediving gear is included.

How much is free diving in Batangas?

Open-water Intro to Freediving sessions in Mabini (Anilao), Batangas are ₱2,495, with resort/dive fees and underwater media included. Day-trip and 2D1N options are available.

Is there a cheaper way to start?

The Intro to Freediving session at ₱2,495 is the most affordable way to try freediving. If you plan to continue, the ₱3,990 combo (Intro + Practice) gives you a better per-session rate and a clearer beginner progression.

How much is freediving certification?

Certification pricing: AIDA 1 is ₱8,500; AIDA 2 or Molchanovs Wave 1 (your first full certification) is ₱15,000; and AIDA 3 or Molchanovs Wave 2 (advanced) is ₱20,000. Course materials, theory, pool and open-water training, instructor and certification fees, gear use, and underwater media are included.

The rate you see already covers pool or resort/dive fees, use of basic gear, and your underwater photos and videos — so there's little in the way of hidden costs. The main variables are travel to Batangas for open-water sessions and any optional gear upgrades. For an exact quote for your chosen session and location, message us.