Freediving Wrocław · Głębia school

One breath.
All the depth.

AIDA courses, intro sessions and coaching at Orbita swimming pool in Wrocław — with AIDA instructor and Polish national team athlete Dominik Krzywiecki. Safe, calm, in small groups.

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Freediving isn't a fight against running out of air. It's learning to let go, to breathe with intention and to trust your own body — skills that stay with you on the surface too.

  • AIDACertified instructor
  • 2022Polish national team since
  • 1:4Max. students per instructor
  • 15 yrsOf freediving experience

Offer

Choose your first breath

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Start here

Intro to freediving

Two hours in the pool: breathing and relaxation techniques, your first breath-holds and underwater swims, and the safety basics. The perfect way to find out if it's for you.

  • approx. 2–2.5 h, Orbita pool, Wrocław
  • Equipment provided
  • No experience needed — just be able to swim
from 399 PLN
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AIDA certification

AIDA courses 1–4

International certifications recognised worldwide. Theory, pool and open water — from your first metres to depths beyond 30 m.

  • Theory + pool + open water
  • Small groups, personal approach
  • AIDA certification included
Course levels
AIDA competition start with safety divers
For experienced divers

Coaching & training

A personal training plan, video technique analysis, competition and depth-trip preparation. From an athlete — for athletes and enthusiasts.

  • 1:1 or small-group sessions
  • Video technique analysis
  • Competition preparation
from 200 PLN

“Underwater, everything slows down. All that's left is a breath you no longer need.”

AIDA courses

The path from 0 to 40 metres

AIDA International is one of the largest freediving organisations in the world. Every level ends with a certification recognised by schools around the globe.

1

AIDA 1 Discover Freediving

A one-day pool introduction. Breath-hold physiology, breathing, relaxation and safety basics.

Programme: theory · 1 pool session · no exam or performance requirements

Duration
1 day
Where
Pool
Price
450 PLN
2

AIDA 2 Freediver Most popular

The complete beginner course: theory, breath-holds, swimming underwater for distance and your first depth dives. Learn equalisation and how to keep your buddy safe.

Programme: theory + written exam · 2 pool sessions · 2–4 open-water sessions (up to 20 m)

To join: swim 200 m without fins or 300 m with fins, mask and snorkel non-stop

Certification requirements: hold your breath for 2:00 min · swim 40 m underwater with fins · dive to 12 m

Duration
2–3 days
Where
Pool + open water
Price
1600 PLN
3

AIDA 3 Advanced Freediver

Freefall, Frenzel technique, CO₂ and O₂ tables, deeper dives and advanced rescue procedures.

Programme: theory + written exam · 2 pool sessions · 4 open-water sessions (up to 30 m)

To join: AIDA 2 certification or equivalent (crossover)

Certification requirements: hold your breath for 2:45 min · swim 55 m underwater with fins · dive to 24 m

Duration
3–4 days
Where
Pool + open water
Price
2200 PLN
4

AIDA 4 Master Freediver

Mouthfill, training planning, competition preparation and the first steps towards becoming an instructor.

Programme: theory + written exam · 3 pool sessions · 4–6 open-water sessions (up to 40 m)

To join: AIDA 3 certification or equivalent (crossover)

Certification requirements: hold your breath for 3:30 min · swim 70 m underwater with fins · dive to 32 m

Duration
4–5 days
Where
Pool + open water
Price
on request

Prices include instruction, training materials and the AIDA certification fee. Pool sessions take place at Orbita swimming pool (ul. Wejherowska 34, Wrocław). Pool entry and open-water trips are arranged individually.

Why AIDA

A certification that works worldwide

AIDA International (Association Internationale pour le Développement de l’Apnée) was founded in 1992. It is the world federation of freediving: it runs the world championships, recognises world records and operates one of the most widely recognised education systems.

01

Safety first

Every AIDA course teaches the “never dive alone” rule, buddy safety and rescue procedures — from the very first level.

02

One global standard

The programme, depth limits and requirements are the same at every AIDA school in the world. You know exactly what you will learn.

03

Recognised everywhere

With an AIDA card you can rent gear and join training and depth trips in Egypt, Greece, the Philippines or Mexico.

04

A path to competition

AIDA is the federation I compete in for Poland. If you catch the bug, I’ll show you what the competition world looks like.

Dominik Krzywiecki in the Polish national team shirt
AIDA Instructor

Your instructor

Dominik Krzywiecki

My name is Dominik Krzywiecki and I've been freediving for 15 years. I’m an AIDA instructor and have been competing for Poland in freediving since 2022. I run the Głębia freediving school — I train and teach at Orbita swimming pool in Wrocław.

I believe good freediving starts with calm, not strength. My sessions focus on safety, technique and understanding what's happening in your body — so every extra metre feels like pleasure, not a struggle.

  • AIDA Instructor
  • 15 years of experience
  • Polish national team since 2022
  • Sessions in Polish and English
  • @dom.freediver

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See what it looks like underwater

Pool photos: Daan Verhoeven · @daanverhoevenfreediver

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Don't see your question? Send me a message — I usually reply the same day.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

You just need to feel comfortable in the water and be able to swim a pool length. I'll teach fin technique and underwater swimming during the session.

Is freediving safe?

Yes — as long as you follow the rules. The most important one: never dive alone. From the very first session you learn to safety your buddy and follow rescue procedures.

What equipment do I need?

For the intro and AIDA 1, I provide mask, fins and weight belt. You only need swimwear, a swim cap and a towel. Open water also requires a wetsuit — I'll help you choose or rent one.

What's the minimum age?

Intro sessions and AIDA 1 are open from age 12 (minors with parental consent). Higher AIDA levels have higher minimum ages — ask and we’ll check your case. There’s no upper limit — what matters is your health and comfort in the water.

Do I need a medical certificate?

Before the course you fill in a medical questionnaire. If there are any contraindications (e.g. heart or respiratory conditions, epilepsy), we'll ask for a doctor's approval.

Where do the sessions take place?

Pool sessions take place at Orbita swimming pool in Wrocław (ul. Wejherowska 34, Popowice). The depth part of AIDA 2–4 happens in open water — I’ll share details and trip dates when you sign up.

Where can I learn freediving in Wrocław?

At Głębia — Freediving Wrocław. AIDA 1–4 courses, intro sessions and coaching are taught by AIDA instructor and Polish national team athlete Dominik Krzywiecki at Orbita swimming pool. Book via WhatsApp: +48 789 732 274.

How is freediving different from scuba diving?

In freediving you dive on a single breath — no tank, no regulator. It’s quieter, lighter and closer to nature; the keys are relaxation, technique and equalisation, not equipment.

Contact

Take a deep breath
and say hi.

WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach me. Tell me a bit about your experience in the water and we'll find the right session for you.

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