Molchanovs Wave 2 Freediving Course in Mati, Philippines
Advanced open-water certification
4 Days | ₱17,850
Wave 2 is the advanced open-water certification in the Molchanovs Freediving Education System. This course is designed for certified freedivers who want to improve technique, Frenzel equalization, freefall, rescue skills, and controlled depth progression. At Ocean BX in Mati, Davao Oriental, we focus on calm progression, clean technique, and safety at every step.
Who Is This Course For?
Wave 2 is ideal for freedivers who have completed Wave 1 or an approved crossover evaluation, and want to become more confident, efficient, and independent in open water.
Training Includes
Theory
Advanced safety, deeper Frenzel equalization, freefall, mental preparation, rescue principles, and training planning.
Pool Training
Static apnea, dynamic bi-fins, dynamic no fins, relaxation, recovery breathing, and buddy safety skills.
Open-Water Training
FIM, CWTB, CNF, freefall, equalization, rescue, self-rescue, buddying, and controlled depth progression.
Certification Requirements
-
Minimum age: 18 years old, or 16 with parental consent.
-
Wave 1 or completed crossover evaluation
​
2 Pool sessions
-
2'30 Static
-
DYNB 50m
-
DNF 35m
-
Buddy system & rescue process
​
4 Open Water sessions
-
CWTB 24m
-
FIM 24m
-
CNF 15m
-
Rescue 15m
-
Self-rescue 10m
-
CWTB Buddying 10 - 15m
Certification is earned when the required skills, safety, and standards are achieved.
Course Structure
Wave 2 usually runs over 4 days and includes theory, pool training, open-water training, gear fitting, small group instruction, personalized feedback, and access to the Molchanovs online education platform.
After Wave 2
Continue with Wave 3, coaching sessions, autonomous training when qualified, or instructor development.