{"product_id":"molchanov-discover-freediving-wave-experience","title":"Under The Water - Discover Freediving - August 12, 14 \u0026 16, 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eHello snorkellers! We have collaborated to build this 3-part program for folks who already have cold water snorkelling experience and are looking to expand on their existing skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eThis program incorporates the\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMolchanov Discover Freediving Wave Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e and introduces you to open water freediving. This experience gives you the fundamentals of freediving and real-life practice under the supervision of a Molchanovs instructor in a controlled environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eYou’ll learn practical tips and tricks, essential safety advice, gear guidance specific to the Pacific Northwest (+ beyond) , and common mistakes to avoid when venturing below the surface. Whether you’re freedive-curious or simply want to snorkel with more confidence and safety, this experience will give you a solid foundation for responsible underwater exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/breathedeep.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/East-2-West-Freediving-4-1024x329.png\" data-src=\"https:\/\/breathedeep.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/East-2-West-Freediving-4-1024x329.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1976 lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/breathedeep.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Breathe-Deep-Logo.png\" data-src=\"https:\/\/breathedeep.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Breathe-Deep-Logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-658 lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-nv-c-2-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f69b5cc4df76a75900b546e79a7f90bf\"\u003eWhat you’ll learn \u0026amp; practice:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheory – \u003c\/strong\u003eexplore the key differences between snorkelling and freediving and common mistakes to avoid. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathing and relaxation – \u003c\/strong\u003eDiscover how to relax your body and mind before going under the water. You’ll also learn how to take an efficient full breath for your dive and how to breathe after each dive to recover safely. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeights\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e– how to use weights safely, including how to choose a weight belt, put it on, select weights, complete a buoyancy check, and remove your weight belt in emergency situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntroductory Freediving Skills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– surface preparation, duck dive, efficient kicking, basic equalization, controlled descent \u0026amp; ascent, and recovery breathing at the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Buddy Rescue \u0026amp; Supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– your first priority should always be keeping yourself safe. But there are ways to safely care for an injured or tired buddy in emergency situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Entries \u0026amp; Exits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– as snorkellers, we don’t always enter the water from the beach. Learn alternative ways to enter and exit the water from structures such as docks and walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Equipment \u0026amp; Challenges\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e– don’t let unexpected issues with your gear turn into an emergency. You’ll learn what to do if you lose part of your snorkel gear in the water, or if it malfunctions. We’ll also discuss dive knives (make sure you know how to choose the right knife \u0026amp; how to wear it) and floats \u0026amp; line management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e***Please note, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover Freediving Experience\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis \u003cstrong\u003enot a Wave 1 freediving certification course\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you will not be qualified to dive with other freedivers. However, if you fall in love with freediving after your introduction, you can take the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.molchanovs.com\/pages\/molchanovs-wave-lap-1-beginner-freediving\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLap\/Wave 1 – Beginner Freediving\u003c\/a\u003e course and your Discover Freediving Experience in-water session will count toward one of the course sessions!***\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"included\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-183cfcaf2659b66fae6b20588840bda8\"\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassroom learning, swimming pool time and open water snorkelling in the ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rental weight belt and weights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnacks and drinks after the ocean session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of Completion (Molchanov Discover Freediving Wave Experience)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual (Molchanov Discover Freediving Wave Experience)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"included\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-nv-c-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-26a2acb2f20fe25a13bc348514c57fa0\"\u003eYour instructors:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaurie,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFreediving Instructor \u0026amp; Co-owner – East2West Freediving\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eYou might already know Laurie as the co-owner of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/east2westfreediving.ca\/\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEast 2 West Freediving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Canada’s largest specialized brick-and-mortar freediving, spearfishing and snorkelling retail store. Also a Molchanovs freediving instructor, certified Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), AIDA Freediving Judge, competitive freediver and former swim instructor and lifeguard, Laurie is deeply passionate about the ocean and loves helping others experience it safely through education, skill development, and confidence-building. Whether she’s introducing someone to their first breath-hold or coaching experienced divers, Laurie is known for her infectious enthusiasm, unwavering commitment to safety, and creating a fun, supportive environment where people of all abilities can thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKate,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquatic Instructor \u0026amp; Owner – Breathe Deep\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eKate has been an educator for almost 20 years, facilitating accessible learning opportunities for students of all ages as a swim instructor, instructor trainer, environmental educator, yoga teacher and entrepreneur. She is a National Lifesaving Society certified waterfront lifeguard, PADI Open Water Scuba Diver, and loves being in the ocean and helping others feel at home there as well. Kate believes that spending time in nature not only builds confidence and resilience, but also ensures we stay connected to the ecosystems we are part of. Her goal is to create opportunities for sensitive people to come together and learn more about themselves through thoughtfully delivered adventure programs. Kate’s approach is empathetic, calm, and always safety-focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-a41e201eb766043c76678f7d8bd9b301\"\u003eAugust 12, 14 \u0026amp; 16\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTime\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e, August 12, 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Pool \u0026amp; Fitness Centre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6:00pm – 8:15pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriday\u003c\/strong\u003e, August 14, 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Pool \u0026amp; Fitness Centre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6:00pm – 8:15pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunday\u003c\/strong\u003e, August 16, 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen Water – Ogden Point Breakwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:00pm – 3:30pm* Open water timing is subject to change, but will occur between the hours of 12:00pm and 4:00pm on Aug 16.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eOur first 2 sessions take place in the classroom and the swimming pool. The final session takes place in the ocean at the Ogden Point Breakwater at 189 Dallas Rd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"included\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-721defbf1d8a639bf15e9d8447935bc1\"\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eIn order to ensure the safety of everyone, before the beginning of the course all participants must:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe able to snorkel comfortably in open water (Salish Sea) for 100 metres while remaining in a prone body position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe comfortable in light choppy conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave completed the Into the Water program with Kate OR be fully comfortable using cold water snorkelling gear in cold, low visibility conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeally have own equipment (however rentals can be provided for a fee) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn adventurous attitude with a curiosity to learn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill in digital Molchanov \u003cspan\u003eMedical questionnaire\u003c\/span\u003e + \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eStudent’s liability release\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"East 2 West Freediving Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46241006289032,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/1592\/4872\/files\/Beach.jpg?v=1784861057","url":"https:\/\/east2westfreediving.ca\/products\/molchanov-discover-freediving-wave-experience","provider":"East 2 West Freediving Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}