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Freediving Planet — freediving school in Moalboal, Philippines
Philippines Freediving School

Freediving Planet

Moalboal, Philippines

Freediving school in Moalboal. A Moalboal waterfront school since 2013, with direct house reef access to the famous sardine run and triple-agency AIDA, Molchanovs, and PADI courses from beginner to professional.

Overview

About Freediving Planet

One of the first freediving schools to offer AIDA, Molchanovs, and PADI courses, Freediving Planet has been based in Moalboal, Cebu since 2013. Situated on the waterfront with direct house reef access to the famous sardine run and coral walls, they provide training from beginner to professional level with multilingual instructors.

Structured course-led coaching that balances theory, water time, and progression support.

Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Moalboal, Freediving Planet provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English, French, and Tagalog.

Ideal for

Who should learn freediving at Freediving Planet

Beginners

A $60 Discovery Freediving session on the house reef, home to the famous Moalboal sardine run, gives beginners a dramatic first underwater experience with AIDA, Molchanovs, or PADI options.

Advanced

Depth caps at 70m, so more suited for fun diving and mid-level training than elite depth work.

Training focus

Multilingual instruction in English, French, and Tagalog at a waterfront location with on-site accommodation creates an immersive coaching environment built around the sardine run reef.

Why this school

What makes Freediving Planet stand out

Coaching approach

Structured course-led coaching that balances theory, water time, and progression 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

A full progression path is available, from beginner freediving certifications through advanced training in depth, dynamic apnea, and technique refinement.

Courses & Pricing

Freediving Planet freediving courses and prices in Moalboal

Freediving Planet lists 3 course options, priced from USD 60 up to USD 400.

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, Molchanovs, and PADI frameworks.

★ Most popular

Discovery Freediving

0.5 days

From

$60 USD
AIDA / Molchanovs / PADI certification track
Best for first exposure to the sport
Theory, coaching & water sessions

AIDA 2 / PADI Freediver

2.5 days

From

$300 USD
AIDA / Molchanovs / PADI certification track
Best for divers looking to refine equalization, extend breath hold, and reach 24–30 m
Theory, coaching & water sessions

AIDA 3 Advanced

4 days

From

$400 USD
AIDA / Molchanovs / PADI certification track
Best for divers ready to learn mouthfill equalization and push toward 34–40 m
Theory, coaching & water sessions
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Training environment

Training sites and conditions in Moalboal

The waterfront location gives direct entry to the house reef where the Moalboal sardine run makes every session visually extraordinary. Dive boats extend training to deeper wall sites, and on-site accommodation keeps students in the water rather than in transit.

Moalboal gives the school mostly shore-based access to the training site with up to 70m depth available in the broader destination profile.

At a glance

Facilities, languages & certifications

Certifications

AIDA Molchanovs PADI

Languages

🇬🇧 English 🇫🇷 French 🇵🇭 Tagalog

Facilities

Accommodation, Classroom, Dive boat, Equipment rental, House reef, Waterfront location

What you get

What is included in courses

Courses at Freediving Planet include theory sessions, open-water sessions, accommodation support, classroom, and dive boat. 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 Moalboal

Moalboal offers warm water, shore access, and reliable line depth with mostly shore-based access to the training site and sets the water profile for Freediving Planet.

Freediving Planet is based in Moalboal.

Surface water temperature ranges from 27 to 30 °C year-round, with the best window falling in November–May.

Moalboal diving is best from November through May during the dry season, with excellent visibility and calm conditions through April.

Destination

Discover the destination

Learn more about where Freediving Planet is based — conditions, best season, depth, and more.

Freediving in Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines

Moalboal

Philippines

🌊 Salt
70m
Best Season
January, February, March, April, May, November, December
Water Temp
27°-30°C
1 school

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Got questions?

Frequently asked questions about Freediving Planet

Everything you need to know about freediving, training, and choosing the right destination.

01

What certifications does Freediving Planet offer?

Freediving Planet offers AIDA, Molchanovs, and PADI certification courses. Multiple agencies are available.

02

How much do courses at Freediving Planet cost?

Prices at Freediving Planet start from USD 60 for entry-level courses and go up to USD 400 for advanced levels. Course duration ranges from 0.5 days to 4 days.

03

Who is Freediving Planet best for?

A $60 Discovery Freediving session on the house reef, home to the famous Moalboal sardine run, gives beginners a dramatic first underwater experience with AIDA, Molchanovs, or PADI options. The school also works well for beginners, advanced progression, and boat-based sessions.

04

Where does Freediving Planet train?

Freediving Planet trains in Moalboal, which offers warm water, shore access, and reliable line depth with mostly shore-based access to the training site. The main training sites are Moalboal, House reef, and Dive boat.

05

How do I contact or book with Freediving Planet?

You can book through email at moalboal@freediving-planet.com. Check the website for current course schedules and availability. You can also reach the school by phone at +63 939 524 1269.

06

Is Moalboal a good place to learn freediving?

Moalboal is well-suited to beginners and those looking to earn a freediving certification. The destination offers warm water, shore access, and reliable line depth with mostly shore-based access to the training site, making it a practical base for structured apnea training. Moalboal diving is best from November through May during the dry season, with excellent visibility and calm conditions through April.

Recent Google reviews

What recent students say about Freediving Planet

★4.8(195 reviews)
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Immortal Fitness

★★★★★

in the last week

I did the discovery course - half day. My instructor was Alberto. I had such a fun time and feel it was the highlight of my holiday there. Alberto is obviously very passionate about the sport and was so helpful We covered a lot of theory which was really important and made the practical side of things flow a lot easier and make more sense. I am so thrilled I learnt a new skill in free diving. I will be back to do my full certification next time. Alberto was an amazing instructor and helped me challenge myself. I highly recommend Byron

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Jessalyn Chan

★★★★★

3 weeks ago

I did two coaching dives with Freediving Planet and Cristiano as my coach. Freediving Planet were very communicative about my booking which was really helpful as Id booked several weeks before my trip. Cristiano was a great coach - it was my first time back freediving after 2 years and he helped build my confidence back up quickly. Cristiano asked me about my goals before we started and was proactive in suggesting different and new things to try on each dive, and providing tips on my technique. He also gave me some ideas on how to challenge myself but wasn’t pushy at all, and coached me within my comfort levels and fears. I felt so much more confident to continue my trip and excited about the new things I learnt - thank you Cristiano and Freediving Planet!

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Sofia Nun

★★★★★

a month ago

It was a great experience. I totally recommend doing a freediving introduction course to understand what freediving is all about and to learn the technique and proper preparation before going under the water. The coach was really patient and understanding teaching me.

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