Bali, Indonesia
PADI and Molchanovs certified freediving school in Jemeluk Bay, Amed — max 3 students per instructor, all equipment and meals included, with USAT Liberty shipwreck dives for advanced students.
Overview
Fathom Freedive Bali is a freediving school based in Jemeluk Bay, Amed, East Bali, offering PADI and Molchanovs certified courses from introduction to instructor level. Founded by Sam Henry — a PADI Freediving Instructor Trainer, Marine Biology graduate, Qigong and breathwork coach who began freediving in 2005 — the school integrates yoga, breathwork, and psychology into every course to help students learn apnea safely and progressively. Instructor Timmy Wright holds PADI, Molchanovs, and Apnea Total certifications and incorporates pranayama and breathwork sessions into all his teaching. Courses run from a 1-day Introduction to Freediving ($110) through to PADI Freediver ($220, 2 days), PADI Advanced Freediver ($330, 3 days, 20–30m), and PADI Master Freediver ($440, 4 days, 30–40m). All courses include full equipment, lunch, water, and a colour-corrected photo album — Advanced and Master students also dive the iconic USAT Liberty shipwreck in Tulamben. Maximum group size is 3 students per instructor, ensuring personalised coaching for every student.
Holistic approach blending PADI and Molchanovs methodology with yoga, pranayama, breathwork, and mindset coaching. Max 3 students per instructor with individualised open-water feedback every session.
Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Bali, Fathom Freedive Bali provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English.
Ideal for
The 1-day Introduction to Freediving ($110) is a no-pressure entry point — pool option available in Sanur.
Depth caps around 80m with low current, so better for mid-level training than elite depth work.
Sam Henry (PADI IT) mentors all instructors and leads the 8-day Freediving Instructor programme.
Why this school
Coaching approach
Holistic approach blending PADI and Molchanovs methodology with yoga, pranayama, breathwork, and mindset coaching. Max 3 students per instructor with individualised open-water feedback every session.
Class format
Classes are kept to a small-group format to ensure more personal attention and actual dive time. All required freediving equipment is included during the course so you don't have to carry your own.
Course progression
Students can follow a complete path here, from their first freediving course all the way up to instructor certification.
Courses & Pricing
Fathom Freedive Bali lists 6 course options, pricing on request.
This represents a visible ladder from first course to more committed progression covering everything from discovery dives to advanced certification levels, all delivered under Apnea Total, Molchanovs, and PADI frameworks.
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Training environment
Training takes place directly from shore at Jemeluk Bay's coral reef, Amed — no boat required. Advanced and Master students explore the USAT Liberty shipwreck in Tulamben. Clear, calm water with rich marine life year-round.
Bali gives the school mostly shore-based access to the training site with up to 80m depth available in the broader destination profile.
At a glance
Certifications
Languages
Facilities
Equipment included, Meals included, Reef access
What you get
Courses at Fathom Freedive Bali include Full equipment, Lunch (vegan, vegetarian, and meat options), Unlimited water refills, Colour-corrected photo album, and USAT Liberty shipwreck dive (Level 2 and above). Equipment is provided as part of the course.
Certification fees, transport to training sites, and other costs may be included or separate depending on the course.
Dive conditions
Bali offers warm water, shore access, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site and sets the water profile for Fathom Freedive Bali.
Fathom Freedive Bali is based in Bali.
Surface water temperature ranges from 27 to 30 °C year-round, with the best window falling in April–November.
Jemeluk Bay offers year-round freediving with warm water and excellent visibility. Best conditions April to October.
Destination
Learn more about where Fathom Freedive Bali is based — conditions, best season, depth, and more.
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Fathom Freedive Bali offers Apnea Total, Molchanovs, and PADI certification courses. Multiple agencies are available.
Prices at Fathom Freedive Bali start from USD 110 for entry-level courses and go up to USD 440 for advanced levels. Course duration ranges from 1 day to several days.
The 1-day Introduction to Freediving ($110) is a no-pressure entry point — pool option available in Sanur. PADI Level 1 (2 days, $220) covers breathing techniques, efficient movement, and open-water dives to 10–20m with a max ratio of 3:1. The school also works well for beginners, intermediate, and advanced.
Fathom Freedive Bali trains in Bali, which offers warm water, shore access, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site. The main training sites are Jemeluk Bay and USAT Liberty Shipwreck (Tulamben).
You can book through https://fathomfreedive.com. Check the website for current course schedules and availability. You can also reach the school by phone at +62 821 4561 8203.
Bali is well-suited to beginners and those looking to earn a freediving certification. The destination offers warm water, shore access, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site, making it a practical base for structured apnea training. Jemeluk Bay offers year-round freediving with warm water and excellent visibility. Best conditions April to October.
Recent Google reviews
Coach is amazing, explaining all the details, constantly asking your feelings! Would definitely recommend y’all to take the freediving course with the school. You also can get some good food which is just a stone’s throw far. Overall I am delighted with the experience! Tq coach Timmy
I had a great 3 days level 2 course, Tim is a fantastic instructor, really prepared and professional. Everything was very well organized would, highly recommend.
Tommy is a real good free diving instructor. He share really good feedback in s constructive way. It felt really safe to do my level 1 with fathom freedive bali.
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