Underwater Photo in UAE
Have you ever dreamed of floating in space? An underwater photoshoot is the closest thing exists so far, with it’s weightless and ethereal nature – the sensation of posing underwater really feels like a waking dream and your photographs are the proof!
AIDA Level II Freediving Foundation Course
The AIDA Level II Freediver Course is the foundation freediving course covering the necessary skills and knowledge for a non competitive recreational freediver to safely freedive with or without a guide line. The course is not aiming toward competitive freediving and does not include competition rules and regulations.
Gift Voucher!
Freediving UAE offers the only gift voucher of its type: an Apnea Pirates themed gift Voucher redeemable for a wide variety of our courses and all options of equipment/merchandise in our shop.
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Special thanks to Yuriy and the team for taking the time to train myself and my partner over the course of a few months. We had issues equalizing and he... read more
Cy Anton
July 13, 2021 -
The best place in Dubai to practice freediving pool disciplines (classes organised twice a week), followed by weekend sea diving trips in Fujairah. You can’t go wrong with Yuriy, if you... read more
M Filip Horbowski
September 17, 2020 -
Amazing! Loved every minute of my training. I was a bit anxious in the beginning as freediving is usually portraid as an extreme sport, whereas, I was just looking to extend... read more
Xen K
September 15, 2020 -
It was one of the best experiences I had in my life ?? Freediving is a sport, lifestyle, and Peace of mind ?
Nour Yasin نور ياسين
April 1, 2021 -
The best Freediving school in UAE. Get certified and enjoy the depths without any complicated diving equipment! Yuryi is an amazing Freediving instructor ,very knowledgeable and patient. Static Mondays & Dynamic Wednesdays... read more
Calin Campan
September 15, 2020
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I founds Freediving UAE after doing extensive research on freediving courses. This is THE place to learn to freedive. Yuriy is not only skilled and highly knowledgeable, he is also... read more 
- I got my first Freediving certificate back in 2016 and met the Freediving UAE team back in 2018 during the Freedive Expo in Dubai for the first time.
Since then... read more - I got my first Freediving certificate back in 2016 and met the Freediving UAE team back in 2018 during the Freedive Expo in Dubai for the first time. Since then... read more
- Extremely glad and happy I had the chance to discover this discipline thanks to the extraordinary approach and skills of the instructor Yuriy who is excellent coach who make... read more
- Im a fairly seasoned freediver at an intermediate level who has dived in several places and I have to say freediving with Apnea Pirates aka Freediving UEA in Fujairah was... read more
AIDA UAE Performance Nights: A Strong Start to the Apnea Pirates Cup 2026
The AIDA UAE Performance Nights 2026 kicked off with two powerful opening events, setting the tone for a refreshed and freediver-focused competitive season under the Apnea Pirates Cup.
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AIDA Launches New Competition Safety Training Course: Elevating Freediving Standards
The International Association for the Development of Apnea (AIDA), known for its significant contribution to freediving, has taken a big step forward with the launch of its updated AIDA Competition Safety Training Course. For both experienced freedivers and newcomers, this launch signifies more than just an ordinary addition to the roster. It symbolizes a significant moment in the relentless pursuit of safety, excellence, and unwavering passion that characterizes the sport.
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Apnea Pirates AIDA Cup in October
The Apnea Pirates AIDA Cup has announced exciting new venues for the competition! The pool disciplines will take place at the Hamdan Sports Complex, known for its top-notch facilities. For the depth disciplines, participants will have the unique opportunity to compete at Deep Dive Dubai, the world's deepest swimming pool. It's sure to be a captivating event with these new venues, offering both competitors and spectators a thrilling experience. Check out the the competition dates bellow!
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