Taipei Freediving RecommendationsYour Guide to Choosing a Certification Venue: 7 Freediving Studios in Taipei Reviewed

Once you've successfully booked a Taipei Freediving course, you'll be invited to join a LINE group where Qianxingzhe Studio instructors provide thoughtful reminders before and after class.

Taipei Freediving is an extreme sport where accidents can easily happen if you're not careful. That's why Qianxingzhe Studio instructors closely monitor students throughout the practical sessions, repeatedly emphasizing safety guidelines. This meticulous approach made Alvin feel very secure.

Another noteworthy point is that if a student is progressing more slowly, one of the instructors will provide extra coaching by the pool. There's no need to worry about falling behind or holding up other classmates; you can practice comfortably at your own pace.

Throughout the entire Taipei Freediving course, Lorena felt the instructors' immense patience and gentle guidance. For example, during equalization training, which can be a sticking point, or during potentially nerve-wracking ocean sessions, the instructors would slowly guide everyone, allowing them to gradually get the hang of it without rushing.

After the course, each student also receives a personalized video documenting their precious moments.

If you don't pass the certification during the class, there's no need to worry. DivingMind offers group practice sessions four days a week, with about three sessions daily in pools, deep pools, and at the beach. During each session, an assistant instructor is present to help record and adjust posture. The post-class practice ratio of assistant instructors to students is 1:4, with a maximum of four students per buoy.

While freediving certification can be challenging to obtain, the extensive practice time offered by DivingMind and the continued patient support from assistant instructors make the journey to certification much smoother.

MEICIH took a Taipei Freediving course with Chen Yung-kang, the founder of Liquid Vision. His teaching style is gentle, rigorous, and meticulous, ensuring a solid foundation in the sport.

According to him, most students need over a year of practice, and only 20% earn an AIDA2 certification from him. MEICIH herself spent two years, attending over 10 pool and ocean practice sessions, before finally getting certified. She plans to continue her journey with Liquid Vision by enrolling in the AIDA3 course.

Beyond beginner courses, this freediving cooperative's theoretical expertise is considered top-tier in the industry. Their equalization specialty course, in particular, is so highly regarded that many AIDA3, AIDA4, and even other freediving instructors seek it out.

Liquid Vision is highly recommended for those who are patient, self-motivated, and eager to master solid freediving techniques.

In the AIDA2 Taipei Freediving course, the instructors are incredibly patient with every student, guiding them without rigid, formulaic teaching methods, making the entire class fun and full of laughter. After each dive, no matter how it went, the first thing you hear is always praise, which made UNN's confidence soar!

The studio where the theory lessons are held is also decorated to be very chill. Heyhey Dive even partnered with a Longdong café, providing students with a comfortable place to relax after diving in the summer heat. This is a Taipei Freediving studio that truly embodies "relaxation" in both its environment and teaching style.

Best of all, Heyhey Dive also provides underwater videos and photos, which is definitely something to look forward to!

Beyond the standard curriculum, Diversity also offers courses in buoy setup and environmental safety, providing a more comprehensive Taipei Freediving skill set.

Additionally, the first phase of their Taipei Freediving course offers a relatively flexible schedule. Unlike intensive programs, Diversity spreads classroom and pool training across weekday evenings, with locations conveniently within a five-minute walk of MRT stations. This makes it ideal for working professionals, allowing them to attend after work without needing to take time off.

Lucas also highlights Diversity's excellent after-sales service as a key feature. Since most people can't master freediving in just a few days, ongoing practice is crucial!

Even if you attend alone, there's no need to worry. Diversity operates like a big family, regularly organizing group practice sessions, dive trips, and alumni gatherings, helping you connect with like-minded dive buddies.

The instructors at Mianjinglian are so approachable that you'll feel completely at ease. During confined water sessions, they'll even record your diving posture. While it might be a little embarrassing to see your mistakes, the videos offer clear insight into your movements, helping you quickly understand and correct common beginner errors like bicycle kicking with your fins.

Winter open water sessions are held at Divecube Hotel in Taichung. It's worth noting that Mianjinglian also offers summer open water freediving courses beyond the Northeast Coast, with options for island trips to places like Orchid Island and Green Island. Plus, you can attend make-up sessions and practice groups at any of their locations!

Twosevenths' mystery shopper Lucy Hou thinks Mianjinglian is perfect for those who love dive travel. You can combine a dive trip with earning your Taipei Freediving certification and even meet many like-minded diving buddies outside of class.