Tulum Cenotes, Mexico
Freediving school in Tulum Cenotes. A private Tulum cenote operation from Asaki Okada and Carlos Negrete Garcia, offering AIDA 1-4 courses, personal training, fundiving expeditions, and professional underwater photography in English, Spanish, and Japanese.
Overview
Freedive Irabu Mexico is a private AIDA-certified freediving school in Tulum offering high-quality education, freediving courses, training, fundiving expeditions, and professional underwater photography in the crystal-clear freshwater cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. Founders Asaki Okada and Carlos Negrete Garcia previously ran a large freediving school in Japan before relocating to Tulum, where they now run a smaller private operation. Both founders are fully sponsored by Double K Freediving and sponsored by Seafrogs Housings. Carlos is an experienced AIDA Master Instructor and Asaki is the Instructor Trainer, the team has certified more than 500 students worldwide. Learn freediving and apnea from beginner to master level — AIDA 1 through AIDA 4 — in small-group or private sessions, with full theory, breathwork, dry training, and cenote dives. Instruction is available in English, Spanish, and Japanese. Transport from Tulum downtown to the training cenotes is included.
Private and small-group instruction led by an experienced AIDA Master Instructor and Instructor Trainer, with theory, breathwork, dry training, and stretching integrated into each course. The school keeps operations small and personal, with all water sessions taking place in cenotes and transport from Tulum downtown included.
Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Tulum Cenotes, Freedive Irabu Mexico provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English, Japanese, and Spanish.
Ideal for
AIDA 1 Introduction to Freediving is a 1-day course open to complete beginners — no prior freediving experience required.
Cenote depths reach 130m in the Tulum area, with El Pit and Angelita offering surreal underwater landscapes and hydrogen sulfide clouds.
Additional training and coaching sessions are available from 2,300 MXN for freedivers working on depth, technique, or competition preparation.
Why this school
Coaching approach
Private and small-group instruction led by an experienced AIDA Master Instructor and Instructor Trainer, with theory, breathwork, dry training, and stretching integrated into each course. The school keeps operations small and personal, with all water sessions taking place in cenotes and transport from Tulum downtown included.
Class format
Classes are kept to a small-group format to ensure more personal attention and actual dive time. Equipment rental is available on-site for those traveling light.
Course progression
From a first breath-hold to advanced depth training, the school adapts to where you are. Beginner freedivers start with foundational courses, while certified divers refine technique and progress to deeper certifications at their own pace.
Courses & Pricing
Freedive Irabu Mexico lists 8 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 AIDA frameworks.
From
~ $181 USD
Visit Freedive Irabu Mexico's website for the full list of courses and specialties.
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Training environment
All freediving courses and training sessions take place in the freshwater cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula near Tulum, offering exceptional visibility and stable conditions for learning freediving and apnea at any level.
Tulum Cenotes gives the school a mix of shore and boat-based sessions with up to 130m depth available in the broader destination profile.
At a glance
Certifications
Languages
Facilities
Cenote access, Transport from Tulum included
What you get
Courses at Freedive Irabu Mexico include Transport from Tulum downtown to training cenotes and theory sessions. 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
Tulum Cenotes offers beginner-friendly coaching with a mix of shore and boat-based sessions and sets the water profile for Freedive Irabu Mexico.
Freedive Irabu Mexico is based in Tulum Cenotes.
Water temperature is a constant 25 °C, with the best window falling in November–May.
Cenotes offer consistent year-round conditions with stable water temperature and excellent clarity throughout the Tulum area.
Destination
Learn more about where Freedive Irabu Mexico is based — conditions, best season, depth, and more.
Alternatives
Other freediving schools in Tulum Cenotes with listed courses, certifications, and pricing.
Got questions?
Everything you need to know about freediving, training, and choosing the right destination.
Freedive Irabu Mexico offers AIDA certification courses. This certification is recognized internationally.
Prices at Freedive Irabu Mexico start from MXN 2300 for entry-level courses and go up to MXN 3700 for advanced levels. Course duration ranges from 1 day to several days.
AIDA 1 Introduction to Freediving is a 1-day course open to complete beginners — no prior freediving experience required. Course price: 3,700 MXN. The school also works well for private instruction, AIDA progression, and underwater photography.
Freedive Irabu Mexico trains in Tulum Cenotes, which offers beginner-friendly coaching with a mix of shore and boat-based sessions. The main training sites are Tulum Cenotes and Yucatán Peninsula Cenotes.
You can book through email at freediveirabumx@gmail.com. Check the website for current course schedules and availability. You can also reach the school by phone at +52 984 236 2596.
Tulum Cenotes is well-suited to beginners and those looking to earn a freediving certification. The destination offers beginner-friendly coaching with a mix of shore and boat-based sessions, making it a practical base for structured apnea training. Cenotes offer consistent year-round conditions with stable water temperature and excellent clarity throughout the Tulum area.
Recent Google reviews
I did training session + special water photography with Carlos and Asaki. It was the best experience!! Carlos is not only quick at offering helpful advice, but he also shares his mindset around relaxation and connecting with water, both have significantly improved my depth and technique. Asaki is so patient and also experienced with underwater posing. She kindly guided me to take wonderful photos. I would definitely recommend them if you’re looking for an awesome freediving experience in Tulum.
Without a doubt, one of the most wonderful experiences of my life! Charly and Asaki are excellent instructors; they instilled a lot of confidence in me. If you want to explore incredible cenotes, they'll have the answer!
I had always dreamed of diving in the cenotes, and Carlos and Asaki made that dream come true. I’m an AIDA freediver from Austria and found Freedive Irabu by chance - from the first moment it just clicked. The team is incredibly perceptive and really adapt to each diver’s level and needs. The whole experience felt relaxed and personal. Beyond the diving, I also got a nice glimpse into their culture, which made it even more special. Also, don’t miss the uw-shooting as the owner is one of the most passionate and talented photographers I’ve met. I’ll definitely come back -thank you so much! ☺️🙏🏽
