I arrived at Freedive May 2025 to do my wave 2 course and moved back a month later indefinitely to continue my freedive training with Veronika and Josh. My experience here has been nothing short of amazing!
Indonesia
Freediving School
Freedive Gili
Gili Islands, Indonesia
Indonesia's original freediving school since 2008, with a purpose-built Gili Trawangan campus featuring a 25m pool, yoga shala, and cafe supporting daily SSI and Molchanovs courses.
Overview
About Freedive Gili
Indonesia's original freediving school, founded by 18-time UK national record holder Michael Board in 2008. Located on Gili Trawangan, Freedive Gili runs daily courses from beginner to instructor level with SSI and Molchanovs certifications. Their purpose-built facility features a 25m pool, yoga shala, and a healthy cafe.
Relaxation-led coaching that blends freediving instruction with breathwork and body-awareness support.
Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Gili Islands, Freedive Gili provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English and Indonesian.
Ideal for
Who should learn freediving at Freedive Gili
Beginners
A purpose-built 25m pool, yoga shala, and cafe on Gili Trawangan give beginners a complete training campus, with SSI and Molchanovs courses run daily by Indonesia's original freediving school.
Advanced
Limited shore access and moderate depth make it stronger for courses than deep training blocks.
Training focus
Founded by 18-time UK national record holder Michael Board, coaching blends competitive depth experience with a relaxation-led approach integrating breathwork and body awareness.
Why this school
What makes Freedive Gili stand out
Coaching approach
Relaxation-led coaching that blends freediving instruction with breathwork and body-awareness support.
Class format
Sessions are structured around mixed-group training based on student levels and goals. Equipment rental is available on-site for those traveling light.
Course progression
Students can follow a complete path here, from their first freediving course all the way up to instructor certification.
Courses & Pricing
Freedive Gili freediving courses and prices in Gili Islands
Freedive Gili lists 3 course options, priced from USD 310 up to USD 900.
This represents a visible ladder from first course to more committed progression covering everything from discovery dives to advanced certification levels, all delivered under Molchanovs and SSI frameworks.
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Most popular
Level 1 (Beginner)
2.5 days
From
$310 USD
Level 2 (Advanced)
3 days
From
$400 USD
Instructor Course
7 days
From
$900 USD
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Training environment
Training sites and conditions in Gili Islands
A purpose-built campus with a 25m pool, yoga shala, and cafe anchors the daily rhythm before shore dives on Gili Trawangan's warm tropical reef. Students can train, recover, and eat without leaving the campus, which keeps focus on the water rather than logistics.
Gili Islands gives the school boat-based access to the main training sites with up to 100m depth available in the broader destination profile.
At a glance
Facilities, languages & certifications
Certifications
Languages
🇬🇧 English 🇮🇩 Indonesian
Facilities
Cafe, Equipment rental, Pool (25m), Shore access, Yoga shala
What you get
What is included in courses
Courses at Freedive Gili include pool sessions, open-water sessions, equipment rental, pool (25m), and shore access. Equipment rental may be available separately.
Certification fees, transport to training sites, and other costs may be included or separate depending on the course.
Dive conditions
Learn to freedive in Gili Islands
Gili Islands offers beginner-friendly coaching, boat-based access, and an established freediving scene with boat-based access to the main training sites and sets the water profile for Freedive Gili.
Freedive Gili is based in Gili Islands.
Surface water temperature ranges from 27 to 30 °C year-round, with the best window falling in May–October.
Gili Trawangan conditions are best from May through October, when dry season winds keep surface conditions calm and visibility peaks.
Destination
Discover the destination
Learn more about where Freedive Gili is based — conditions, best season, depth, and more.
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Got questions?
Frequently asked questions about Freedive Gili
Everything you need to know about freediving, training, and choosing the right destination.
01 What certifications does Freedive Gili offer?
Freedive Gili offers Molchanovs and SSI certification courses. Multiple agencies are available.
02 How much do courses at Freedive Gili cost?
Prices at Freedive Gili start from USD 310 for entry-level courses and go up to USD 900 for advanced levels. Course duration ranges from 2.5 days to 7 days.
03 Who is Freedive Gili best for?
A purpose-built 25m pool, yoga shala, and cafe on Gili Trawangan give beginners a complete training campus, with SSI and Molchanovs courses run daily by Indonesia's original freediving school. The school also works well for beginners, advanced progression, and mind-body training.
04 Where does Freedive Gili train?
Freedive Gili trains in Gili Islands, which offers beginner-friendly coaching, boat-based access, and an established freediving scene with boat-based access to the main training sites. The main training sites are Gili Trawangan, Pool (25m), and Shore access.
05 How do I contact or book with Freedive Gili?
You can book through email at info@freedivegili.com. Check the website for current course schedules and availability.
06 Is Gili Islands a good place to learn freediving?
Gili Islands is well-suited to beginners and those looking to earn a freediving certification. The destination offers beginner-friendly coaching, boat-based access, and an established freediving scene with boat-based access to the main training sites, making it a practical base for structured apnea training. Gili Trawangan conditions are best from May through October, when dry season winds keep surface conditions calm and visibility peaks.
Recent Google reviews
What recent students say about Freedive Gili
★4.8(82 reviews)
Which level you are, you'll truely learn and enjoy freediving here. The instructors are highly skilled and have such warm hearts.
Two months ago, I started from zero. Today, I can dive to 31 meters, and it still feels surreal. What made this journey so special is the environment at FreeDive Gili. From day one, it felt incredibly welcoming, supportive, and full of positive energy. It’s the kind of place where you feel safe to grow, to challenge yourself, and to trust the process, no matter your starting point. Freediving itself taught me to slow down, let go of overthinking, and trust my body. But it was the instructors and the whole community here who made those lessons truly click. Their patience, encouragement, and genuine care made all the difference. And it’s not just the diving, the whole space adds to it. Slow mornings with coffee and journaling at Banyan Tree, the peaceful yoga shala, and even the cats wandering around, making everything feel a little softer and happier. It all became part of the experience I didn’t want to leave. Leaving was honestly the hardest part. This place, these people, and this experience stay with you. Thank you for everything. I already know I’ll be back very soon. 🌊💙
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