A freediver: breathe up

Learn tofreedivein Coron.

Private lagoons, Barracuda Lake and Palawan's only Instructor Trainer — from your very first breath-hold to teaching others.

5.0from 612 reviews · max 3 students · gear & GoPro included

Led by Catalin Craciun, the Philippines' most experienced Apnea Total Instructor Trainer, we've introduced thousands of students to freediving in some of the most breathtaking places on Earth — with the lowest prices in Coron and a 100% safety record over 14 years.Thousands of students, 14 years, a 100% safety record.

Our story

Choose how deep you want to go.

We follow the Apnea Total philosophy: no pressure to hit a depth to “pass”. Everyone learns differently, and our job is to help you find your potential safely.

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2 days

Freediver Course

2 days, 20 meters, 1 breath.

₱13,500 ₱14,500per person · all gear and GoPro included

Details

Barracuda Lake, Coron Island · one breath, top to bottom

0 m 28 °C

The surface

Mirror-calm: no waves, no currents, no jellyfish. Karst walls shield the lake from the wind, so the water is glass.

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Lagoons, a lake and a cave you can't get to on a tour.

Coron's real treasure lies in its freediving sites. Our partnership with Paolyn Houseboats opens private lagoons other schools can't reach, and our students may dive Barracuda Lake outside the tourist barrier zone.

01Barracuda LakeCoron Island · ~42 m deepSurreal thermoclines and crystal-clear water: one of the most unusual freediving sites on Earth.02Twin LagoonCoron Island · 29–30 °CA limestone cathedral of water: an emerald outer basin and a hidden inner pool behind a rock arch.03Paolyn Private LagoonsLaknisan Lagoon · ~30 m deepOur private training lagoons: no boats, no crowds, only our students in the water.04Cathedral CaveCoron Island · 6–8 m entranceAn underwater cavern with a hidden air dome and cathedral-like beams of light.05Lusong Gunboat WreckCoron Bay · Shallow wreckA WWII Japanese gunboat draped in corals in clear, shallow water.All 9 dive sites on the mapOpen the map

How long can you hold it?

Every freediver starts with one breath. Press and hold the ring below, breathe normally first, and see how long you stay calm. Then picture doing it at 20 metres in a lagoon with a small group and an instructor at your side.

Just a toy: do it seated, on land, once or twice. Never hold your breath alone in or near water.

Try a real first dive: Discover Freediving

Instructors

Catalin Craciun

Palawan's only Instructor Trainer.

Placeholder portrait: Catalin Craciun

Instructor Trainer

Since 2015 he holds the highest professional qualification in freediving: the first and only Instructor Trainer in Coron and the whole province of Palawan.

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Meet the other instructor?
  • 5.0from 612 reviews across Google, TripAdvisor & Facebook
  • 14+years of teaching, since 2012
  • 3students per instructor, at most
  • 100%safety record, in over 14 years
5.0based on 612 reviews across Google, TripAdvisor & Facebook — the world's most reviewed freediving school on TripAdvisor.Read them on TripAdvisor
We were lucky to meet Catalin from Freediving Coron to take us underwater in some of the most fantastic places ever… Barracuda Lake is a very unique place… Safety, logistic, adaptation, comfort, food, adventure… everything was perfect and so well organized!!

Your questions, answered.

Still deciding? Everything you need to know before you dive in.

  • Absolutely. Our 100% safety record, small groups (maximum 3 students) and experienced instructors keep it that way: we've taught thousands of students without incident over 14+ years. We train in calm lagoons and Barracuda Lake, with no waves or currents.

  • Begin with Discover Freediving (one day) if you're curious, or jump straight into the 2-day Freediver Course for full certification. Either way you can upgrade the next day by paying the difference.

  • Yes. Basic swimming skills and comfort in the water are required: you should be able to swim at least 200 meters without assistance and float for 10 minutes.

  • Never. Pricing includes equipment, GoPro, entrance fees, certification and transport to the sites. Food and drinks at the floating restaurant are not included.

  • Message us on WhatsApp first to check the dates. Once we confirm, a deposit via PayPal or GCash secures your spot and the balance is paid in person.

  • Deposits are non-refundable but fully transferable: you can rebook at no extra charge, with no time limit, subject to instructor availability. If we must cancel for weather or safety, we reschedule at no cost.

  • No. We provide all the necessary high-quality freediving equipment. If you prefer your own gear you are welcome to bring it.

  • No. We are Freediving Coron, established in 2016, and we operate independently of other schools with similar names. Check our official WhatsApp (+63 915 172 6809) and email (freedivingcoron@gmail.com) when you book.