🌟 Ocean BX Freediving offers a high-quality, well-rounded education aligned with Molchanovs standards supported by excellent reviews, professional instructors, and an inviting learning environment in Mati. Whether you're an absolute beginner or aspiring to teach, we have a course for your level.

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⚠️ Considerations & Industry Context

• Ocean BX’s positive reviews and Molchanovs accreditation suggest we maintain strong standards.

• Freediving education requires skilled instructors and safe student-to-teacher ratios. 

• Cost: Ocean BX Freediving Shop offers Freediving Wave courses at reasonable, accessible prices suitable for all experience levels.

• Budget for extra: Ocean BX’s packages often include essentials.

  • workshop warm-up special yoga flow for each level

  • workshop equalization

  • free to use gears​

  • pictures

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🏆 Experienced Coaching Team

• Led by Marie (Molchanovs W2I, yoga teacher) and Jean Luc (W3 Instructor Trainer & Junior Instructor), supported by master freedivers and assistant instructors.

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👩‍🏫 Instructor Training

• Wave 2 Instructor (W2I, 10 days): Learn to teach Molchanovs theory and practicals, risk management, plus marketing skills (oceanbluex.com).

• Wave 3 Instructor (W3I, 3 days): Advanced instructor-level, enabling teaching of master and assistant-level trainees .

 

🌊 Who They Are & Base of Operations

• Ocean BX is a Molchanovs educational centre offering courses from junior levels up to instructor W3I, all against the stunning backdrop of crystal-clear waters in Mati.

• Based inside Tower 11 Dahican Mati, we provide pool, shore, and boat access, plus lodging, yoga spaces, nutrition, and more.

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📚 Course Structure – From Novice to Pro

🎈 Junior & Discovery Programs

• Junior Freediving (12–15 years old): For teens, focus on skill-building and ocean safety .

• Discovery / Wave Discover / Discover Lap: One-day introductory session – basics of apnea, equalization, and safety .

🏊 Lap Series (Pool‑focused)

• Lap 1–3 (2–5 days): Progress from mastering dynamic apnea (~30 m, 1’30″ static) to Instructor performance (100 m DYN, 75 DNF m, 3’30″ static).

🌊 Wave Levels (Open‑water skills)

• Wave 1 (beginner, 3 days): Fundamental techniques, safety, breath control in open water.

• Wave 2 (Advanced 4 days): Covers Frenzel equalization, freefall, deeper dives ~30 m.

• Wave 3 (5 days): Master-level, mouthfill EQ, FRC diving, depths up to 40 m, plus assistant-instructor prep.

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💬 Student Reviews & Reputation

• Glowing feedback:

  “I had my Molchanovs Wave 1 freediver certification at Ocean BX and I had the best experience with coach Marie and JL… excellent teachers and fun to be around!” (tripadvisor.com).

• Mati centre praised for strong safety protocols, clear progression paths, and a calm ocean environment.

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✅ What Sets Them Apart

• Holistic approach: Theory, dry drills (e.g. apnea walk), equalization workshops, physical conditioning, and in-water coaching.

• Molchanovs-aligned standards: Structured advancement through Wave levels ensures consistency and safety.

• On-site amenities: Resort-style facilities, gears, lodging all-in-one ideal for destination learning.

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🧭 Is Ocean BX Right for You?

• ✅ If you want full certification (Molchanovs): From beginner to instructor, with clear, reputable pathways.

• ✅ If you value safety & structure: Strong oversight, small group sizes, progress tracking.

• ✅ If you're drawn to a live-aboard style freediving retreat: Pool, ocean, resort, and support.

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