Become an Independent, More Efficient and More Confident Freediver
You’ve already discovered the magic of freediving. You know what it feels like to leave the surface, descend on a single breath and experience the incredible silence of the underwater world. Now it’s time to go further.
The Molchanovs Wave 2 Freediving Course is where freedivers truly begin to understand the sport. It’s where technique replaces effort, confidence replaces uncertainty, and every dive becomes smoother, deeper and more enjoyable.
Whether your goal is to explore deeper reefs, prepare for advanced training or simply become a safer and more capable buddy, Wave 2 is the course that transforms recreational freedivers into autonomous athletes.
At Camotes Freediving, we’ve helped hundreds of Wave 1 graduates unlock a completely new level of comfort and performance in one of the world’s best destinations for freediving in the Philippines.
Why Continue to Wave 2?
Most Wave 1 students leave excited. Then they realize something. They’ve only scratched the surface of what freediving has to offer. Wave 2 is where everything starts to connect. Your equalization becomes easier. Your technique becomes more efficient. Your dives become calmer. Your confidence grows dramatically. Instead of simply reaching a depth, you’ll begin to understand why every part of the dive works—and how to improve it.
Why Learn Wave 2 in the Philippines?
Warm water, excellent visibility and calm conditions make the Philippines one of the best places in the world to continue your freediving education. Instead of struggling with cold water or poor conditions, you’ll be able to focus entirely on developing your technique. Camotes offers ideal conditions for intermediate freedivers:
- Deep water only minutes from shore
- Consistently warm tropical water
- Excellent visibility
- Professional training facilities
- Low student-to-instructor ratio
- Purpose-built freediving platforms
Everything is designed to maximize your learning experience.
The Transition From Recreational Diver to Autonomous Freediver
Wave 2 isn’t simply about diving deeper. It’s about becoming a complete freediver. You’ll learn how to:
- Plan dives safely.
- Analyse your own technique.
- Improve efficiency.
- Understand training principles.
- Support your buddy with confidence.
- Develop consistency rather than chasing personal bests.
These are the skills that experienced freedivers rely on every single dive.
Your Transformation
Students often arrive at Wave 2 feeling stuck. They’ve reached 20 metres. Maybe 22. Perhaps equalization becomes inconsistent. Sometimes they feel they’re working much harder than they should. Wave 2 changes that. By the end of the course, students commonly achieve:
✔ Comfortable dives between 24 and 30 metres
✔ Significantly smoother descents
✔ Better equalization consistency
✔ Greater confidence
✔ More efficient finning
✔ Safer buddy skills
✔ A clear training roadmap for future progression
More importantly, they stop forcing depth—and start enjoying it.
Why Students Choose Camotes Freediving
Students consistently highlight:
✔ Personalised coaching
✔ Small groups
✔ Relaxed learning atmosphere
✔ Exceptional safety standards
✔ Purpose-built facilities
✔ Beautiful tropical diving conditions
✔ International community
Many students arrive planning to stay for four days and end up extending their trip to continue training.
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4 days - 490 $
What it includes
- Extensive online manual
- 2 pool sessions
- 4 open water sessions
- Theory & Dry workshops
- Use of equipment & facilities
- Liability insurance
- Internationally recognized E-certification upon successful completion
- Access to Molchanovs base training
Prerequisites
Wave 1
OR completed crossover evaluation
Theories
History of Freediving
Brief overview of the history of freediving
Physiology
Effects of breath holding and the underwater environment on the human body
Physics
Physical laws related to freediving
Mental Preparation
Calm and focus the mind and slow down metabolic processes to conserve oxygen
Breathing Techniques
Breathing techniques to prepare for a freedive and recover oxygen supplies
Equalization
Pros and Cons of different equalization methods and how they are performed
Barotraumas
Pressure related injuries
Safety & Rescue
Emergency situations and correct responses
Skills
Frenzel Equalization
Master the Frenzel equalization technique
Buoyancy & Freefall
Use negative buoyancy to freefall effortlessly
Dolphin Kick
Practice the dolphin kick technique
Buddy System and Rescue
Practice buddy system and correct response in freediving emergency scenarios
No Fins
Learn how to freedive without fins using the breaststroke technique
Mindfulness
Train to focus your awareness on the present moment
Passing Requirements
Pool Requirements
STA 2 min 30 sec
Complete a Static breath hold of minimum 2 minute and 30 seconds
DYNB 50m
Perform a horizontal dive
of 50m using bi-fins
DNF 35m
Perform a horizontal dive
of 35m without fins
Open Water requirements
CWTB & FIM 24-30m
Perform a comfortable dive to at least 24m by pulling the rope and using bi-fins
CNF 15m
Perform a comfortable dive to at least 15m without fins
CWTB Buddying 10-15m
Demonstrate correct buddying techniques to a depth between 10-15 meters
Rescue 15m
Demonstrate correct rescue procedures in freediving emergency scenarios from a depth of 15 meters
FAQ's on Wave 2
The techniques become more advanced, but the progression remains gradual and fully supported by your instructor.
Most students comfortably reach between 24 and 30 metres, depending on previous experience and individual progression.
No. Wave 2 focuses on mastering Frenzel equalization and building the foundations required before learning Mouthfill in more advanced training.
Not necessarily. Wave 2 often helps students solve equalization issues because we spend much more time refining technique than in Wave 1.
Yes, but breath-hold is no longer the main objective. The biggest improvements usually come from better relaxation and more efficient diving.
Not particularly. Technique, relaxation and consistency remain much more important than strength or fitness.
No. We provide professional freediving equipment during the course, although many students choose to bring their own mask or fins.
Yes. We welcome students certified by other internationally recognised freediving organisations, provided they meet the prerequisites.
Absolutely. Many spearfishers take Wave 2 to improve efficiency, safety and underwater comfort.
You’ll begin understanding and feeling the early stages of freefall as your buoyancy changes, but mastering freefall comes later with additional depth and experience.
Most students continue training independently, join our Master Training Program, progress to Wave 3, or begin preparing for competitions.
No. You can continue whenever you feel ready. Some students progress immediately, while others spend months gaining experience before advancing.
Our combination of world-class coaching, exceptional safety standards, purpose-built facilities and ideal diving conditions creates an environment where intermediate freedivers can progress confidently and efficiently.
