Freediving Tenerife
Tenerife, Spain
Boutique AIDA freediving school in Tenerife, capped at three students per buoy, led by an AIDA Instructor Trainer with a medical background and a lifelong passion for breath-hold diving.
Overview
About Freediving Tenerife
Based at the natural rock pool of Tabaiba Baja, Tenerife, Freediving Tenerife is a one-instructor AIDA school run by Tristan — an AIDA Instructor Trainer from Brittany who turned a lifelong passion for freediving into his profession after years with a medical NGO. Sessions are capped at three students per buoy for genuinely individual coaching. The school offers AIDA certification from Discovery to AIDA 4, private one-to-one sessions, a one-month Master Program, and online Frenzel and mouth-fill equalization video calls.
Highly personalised coaching built on breathing mechanics, mental control, and safe progression. Every session integrates dry breathing and equalization drills with open-water practice. Maximum three students per buoy. Private 1:1 diagnostic sessions and online Frenzel/mouth-fill video calls available. AIDA 2 can be taken directly without prior AIDA 1.
Whether you are looking to discover apnea for the first time or earn a recognised freediving certification in Tenerife, Freediving Tenerife provides a structured path. The school accepts both first-time freedivers and experienced divers pursuing deeper progression. Instruction is available in English, French, and Spanish.
The people behind it
Meet the Founder
Tristan
AIDA Instructor Trainer born on the coast of Brittany, France, where he was swimming before he could walk. After years working across the world for a medical NGO, Tristan made freediving his full-time profession. He teaches breathing mechanics, mental control, and safe depth progression, and specialises in Frenzel and mouth-fill equalization coaching.
Ideal for
Who should learn freediving at Freediving Tenerife
Beginners
No prior experience or special fitness is required — Tristan's philosophy is that freediving is accessible to everyone and that every body holds untapped potential.
Advanced
Europe's only winter depth training option with shore access to 100m.
Training focus
Strong emphasis on equalization (Frenzel, mouth-fill), breathing techniques, and mental control.
Why this school
What makes Freediving Tenerife stand out
Coaching approach
Highly personalised coaching built on breathing mechanics, mental control, and safe progression. Every session integrates dry breathing and equalization drills with open-water practice. Maximum three students per buoy. Private 1:1 diagnostic sessions and online Frenzel/mouth-fill video calls available. AIDA 2 can be taken directly without prior AIDA 1.
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
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
Freediving Tenerife freediving courses and prices in Tenerife
Freediving Tenerife lists 10 course options, priced from EUR 30 up to EUR 650.
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.
Half-Day Introduction (AIDA Discovery)
From
~ $87 USD
AIDA 1 Beginner
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~ $164 USD
AIDA 2 Freediver
From
~ $403 USD
AIDA 3 Advanced Freediver
From
~ $512 USD
AIDA 4 Master Freediver
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~ $512 USD
Coaching Session (group)
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~ $65 USD
Visit Freediving Tenerife's website for the full list of courses and specialties.
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Training environment
Training sites and conditions in Tenerife
Training takes place at the Piscina Natural de Tabaiba Baja, a natural coastal pool on the east side of Tenerife that provides sheltered, calm water with direct access to open-sea depth just a few fin kicks from shore. Visibility averages at least 20 metres year-round. Tenerife's subtropical climate means conditions remain stable and the water stays warm enough to freedive on every day of the year — rare even by Canary Islands standards.
Tenerife gives the school mostly shore-based access to the training site with up to 100m depth available in the broader destination profile.
At a glance
Facilities, languages & certifications
Certifications
Languages
Facilities
Buoy training setup, Equipment rental, Open water access, Personal coaching, Small group sessions
What you get
What is included in courses
Courses at Freediving Tenerife include equipment, insurance, theory sessions, open-water sessions, and equipment rental. 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. Booking requires a deposit and is arranged directly with the instructor via email or phone.
Dive conditions
Learn to freedive in Tenerife
Tenerife offers shore access, reliable line depth, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site and sets the water profile for Freediving Tenerife.
Freediving Tenerife is based in Tenerife.
Surface water temperature ranges from 19 to 23 °C year-round, with conditions generally workable year-round.
Year-round school. Tenerife's subtropical climate provides 365 days of training conditions with stable visibility of 20 m or more, warm water, and reliable calm at Tabaiba Baja.
Destination
Discover the destination
Learn more about where Freediving Tenerife is based — conditions, best season, depth, and more.
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Got questions?
Frequently asked questions about Freediving Tenerife
Everything you need to know about freediving, training, and choosing the right destination.
01 What certifications does Freediving Tenerife offer?
Freediving Tenerife offers AIDA certification courses. This certification is recognized internationally.
02 How much do courses at Freediving Tenerife cost?
Prices at Freediving Tenerife start from EUR 30 for entry-level courses and go up to EUR 650 for advanced levels. Course duration ranges from 0.5 days to 1 hour.
03 Who is Freediving Tenerife best for?
No prior experience or special fitness is required — Tristan's philosophy is that freediving is accessible to everyone and that every body holds untapped potential. The €80 half-day introduction covers AIDA theory material, certification, insurance, equipment, and an open-water session. AIDA 2 can also be started directly without an AIDA 1, making it easy to enter at the right level. The school also works well for personal coaching, small groups, and equalization training.
04 Where does Freediving Tenerife train?
Freediving Tenerife trains in Tenerife, which offers shore access, reliable line depth, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site. The main training sites are Tabaiba.
05 How do I contact or book with Freediving Tenerife?
Booking requires a deposit and is arranged directly with the instructor via email or phone.
06 Is Tenerife a good place to learn freediving?
Tenerife is well-suited to beginners and those looking to earn a freediving certification. The destination offers shore access, reliable line depth, and an established freediving scene with mostly shore-based access to the training site, making it a practical base for structured apnea training. Year-round school. Tenerife's subtropical climate provides 365 days of training conditions with stable visibility of 20 m or more, warm water, and reliable calm at Tabaiba Baja.
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