At our base (Reda Apnea & Swim, 58 rue des Marquisats, Plage des marquisats, 74000 Annecy)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
This first freediving experience will allow you to dive as deep as you can without the supporting equipment you would have for scuba diving. As such, you will be subjected to your own physical limits. On the shores of the beautiful Lake Annecy, our certified instructors will teach you to hold your breath underwater, clear your head to save oxygen and move through the water without using too much energy. This way, you will discover a new environment and overcome your fears!
Free dive area
You will go into the water from the Marquisats beach (at the foot of our base) on the shores of Lake Annecy with its exceptional natural and mountainous landscapes. A few metres are enough to access deeper water.
Programme
We meet directly at our base located on the Marquisats beach. Once your equipment is provided and put on, your instructor will start the session with a theoretical introduction on the beach. At first, you will do breathing, relaxation and meditation exercises specific to freediving. You will then learn all about pressure equalization. After that, you will move into horizontal static freediving in 1m of water. You will be surprised to find that you are able to stay underwater for 1 to 3 minutes thanks to the methods taught. Next, you will freedive downwards along a vertical rope between 4 and 15 m in length. As you do so, the instructor will accompany you and provide assistance. During this free diving session, your instructor will be there to ensure your safety and will always be ready to intervene if needed. Not everyone has the same abilities, so the instructor will adapt the exercises to suit each person's abilities. If you are comfortable, they will suggest longer or deeper dives up to 20 metres.
Included services
- Certified free dive guide
- High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights)
- Freediving Computer
- Insurance
- Practise in swimming pool in winter
- GoPro on request
Requirements
- Minimum age: 7 years old
- Swimming ability
- If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
Reda is on top, we had a great time!
Thanks to him, we were able to discover apnea.
He is passionate about his job and knows how to teach it very well. We were a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children 9 and 12 years old), and we all loved it.
The lessons take place directly in the lake which is a strong point and Reda is not looking at the time, it is very appreciable!
Thanks to him!
V family.
Translated from French
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Can I take part if I can't swim, and are life jackets/floating devices provided (including for kids)?
No, the ability to swim is a requirement to take part in this activity.
What is freediving?
Freediving is the experience of diving as deep as you can without the breathing equipment used in scuba diving. You will learn to hold your breath, save oxygen, and move through the water efficiently, relying on your own physical abilities.
What equipment is provided?
All necessary high-quality diving gear is included: a wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, and weights. A freediving computer is also provided, and a GoPro is available on request.
Where does the activity take place?
The meeting point is at the provider's base on Marquisats beach, on the shores of Lake Annecy. The session starts on the beach and then moves into the lake.
What will I learn during the session?
The session starts with a theoretical introduction on the beach, where you will do breathing, relaxation, and meditation exercises. You will then practise horizontal static freediving in shallow water before moving on to vertical freediving along a rope.
How deep will I dive?
You will practise freediving downwards along a vertical rope that is between 4 and 15 m long. Depending on your comfort level, the instructor may suggest deeper dives of up to 20 metres.
Is this activity suitable for children?
Yes, this activity is suitable for children aged 7 and over. The instructor adapts the exercises to each person's abilities.
From
160 €
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The activity Free Diving in Lake Annecy for Beginners by REDA Apnea & Swim Annecy is available every day, from August 19, 2026 through December 30, 2026. Each day offers 7 start times between 8:30 and 20:30. Sessions last 3.5 hours and are offered as group activities. Prices start from €160.00 per person.
France · June 2022
