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Experience personalized freediving education with Greece's exclusive Molchanovs instructor

Our Mission

Our Certifications & Partnerships

We are proud to be certified and affiliated with the world's leading freediving and spearfishing organizations

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Our mission

Our Mission

At FreediveCrete Academy, we believe in providing more than just courses – we create transformative experiences that connect you with the ocean and yourself

  • Professional Excellence

    Certified Molchanovs instruction with proven methodology

  • Personalized Approach

    Small groups and individual attention for optimal learning

Our Philosophy

At FreediveCrete Academy, we believe in providing more than just courses – we create transformative experiences that connect you with the ocean and yourself

Individual Focus

We match your learning style and pace.

Safety First

Your safety is our top priority. We maintain the highest safety standards in all our courses.

Continuous Support

Our relationship doesn't end with the course. We provide ongoing support for your freediving journey.

Our Teaching Methodology

We follow a structured approach that combines theory, practice, and personalized attention to ensure optimal learning and skill development.

Theoretical Foundation

Comprehensive coverage of freediving physics, physiology, and safety protocols.

Practical Skills

Hands-on training in pool and open water environments to develop essential techniques.

Mental Training

Development of mental resilience, focus, and relaxation techniques.

Safety Integration

Safety procedures and rescue techniques integrated throughout all training phases.

Meet Your Instructor

As the only certified Molchanovs instructor in Greece, our lead instructor brings years of experience and a passion for freediving education

Lead Instructor
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Meet Our AIDA Instructor

Learn from a certified AIDA instructor with extensive experience in competitive freediving and teaching.

Su Wei Tran

Su Wei Tran

AIDA Instructor & Judge

Su Wei is a passionate freediving instructor and judge with a deep understanding of both recreational and competitive freediving. With years of experience in teaching and judging competitions, she brings a wealth of knowledge to our academy.

  • AIDA Instructor
  • AIDA Judge
  • Competition Organizer
  • Safety Diver

Student Testimonials

Hear from our community of freedivers about their experiences at FreediveCrete Academy

El Ha

El Ha

I recently completed a spearfishing course with Lampros, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. Lampros is incredibly passionate about spearfishing and it shows in his teaching. He was always available to answer any questions, no matter how small, and his enthusiasm is truly contagious.

Maan al Bachari

Maan al Bachari

Wave 1 Student

I recently took my first freediving course with Freedive Crete, and it was an incredible experience. Lampros is a passionate instructor, he was excellent at easing me into the process, explaining the technical aspects clearly, and being patient in the water. He went beyond just covering the course material, offering valuable insights into pre, during, and post-dive rituals and lifestyle tips that enhanced my diving experience. The beaches we practiced at were stunning, with crystal-clear water. Highly recommend

Sunny Pfalzer

Sunny Pfalzer

Wave 2 Student

I came to Crete to dive here and enhance my technique 🐡🐡🐡 Lampros is an amazing - very professional and precise instructor who helped me so much to improve and dive in a save way 😅 no more squeezes lol Also he transferred me to molchanovs 1 and I did wave 2 here…

Philip

Philip

CMAS Student

CMAS Certification

I did my cmas *&** certificate and also a spearfishing trip with Lampros. Even the theory was funny and i learned a lot. With his good teaching and his calm beeing i was able to make a 4:30min static apnea without training.

Georg Janisch

Georg Janisch

Discovery Freediving Graduate

Discovery Freediving

I was freediving and spearfishing with Lampros. The freediving conditions were fantastic - the best conditions I ever had! Lampros managed to plan the sessions at places with smooth seas, even on days with strong wind. Seeing his relaxed look when he was my safety diver led me to top performances and personal bests.

Chris UI

Chris UI

Apnoe Student

I did 4 days of Apnoe (free diving) training at Plakias, Crete, together with Lampros as my instructor. But at first we met, had a coffee, and discussed what my aims are.A week before holidays I just finished APNEA level 1 (beginner) in Austria and was open for any progress. And the 4 days were just that: great, personalized progress, and for a good price.

Laura B.

Laura B.

Estefania Ortiz Geist

We had a great experience freediving with Lampros. We started off with a very comprehensive and complete review of the theory - including a basic overview as well as detailed descriptions of anatomy, nutrition, safety, and protocol. We finished the on-land session with some supervised breathing exercises and then headed to the sea with the new and well-maintained equipment.

David Nikolay

David Nikolay

Wave 2 Student

Wave 2 Certification

Lampros is a very friendly and patient instructor who makes you feel comfortable and also ensures you feel safe while diving. I took freediving sessions with him, and even as an experienced freediver, I received many valuable tips and suggestions to further refine my technique. He was very flexible with scheduling and tailored the sessions to my individual needs. If you're in Plakias or the surrounding area and want to try freediving, I highly recommend going to Lampros.

Lara Boudreaux

Lara Boudreaux

Went on a guided boat free dive tour with Lampros, my daughter, and my husband. Lampros is extremely professional and takes guiding very seriously. He taught me and my husband, some great breathing tricks and then did a more intensive lesson with my husband while he dropped me and my six-year-old daughter off on a private beach with black sand and beautiful views. He and my husband caught a number of fish and then we went to a second dive location where I was able to dive with them while my daughter stayed close by in the boat. Both dives were awesome and great learning experiences.

Ready to Start Your Freediving Journey?

Join us for an unforgettable experience in the crystal-clear waters of Crete. Professional instruction, stunning locations, and memories that will last a lifetime.