Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor Course
🌊Overview
Turn your passion for freediving into a professional career with the Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor (W2I). This certification equips you with the skills, confidence, and hands-on experience to safely and effectively teach Wave 1 and Wave 2 freediving students.
⏱️Program
Duration: 10 immersive days
Price: THB 45,000
Included:
Complete W2I training with instructor evaluations
Theory and dry-practice pedagogy
Confined water and open-water teaching sessions
Tailored feedback and mentorship
Full W2I course and assessments
*Those seeking further experience can assist with courses after the Instructor program, shadowing and assisting experienced instructors during real student courses
🪶Prerequisites
To enroll in the W2I course, you must:
Hold a Molchanovs Wave 3 / Level 3 certification (or equivalent via crossover)
Be at least 18 years old
Have a valid First Aid with CPR certification (issued within the last 2 years)
🧠Performance Requirements
To meet Molchanovs W2I standards, you’ll need to demonstrate:
Static Apnea (STA): 4 minutes
Dynamic Apnea (DYN): 100 meters
Dynamic No Fins (DNF): 60 meters
Constant Weight (CWT): 40 meters
Free Immersion (FIM): 40 meters
Constant Weight No Fins (CNF): 30 meters
Rescue: From 25 meters + 50-meter tow
CO2 Rescue: 15-meter stand-by (1 minute) rescue
CO2 Dive: 20-meter CWTB dive after finning on the surface for one minute with arms above the head
These standards ensure you have the technical proficiency and safety awareness to guide Wave 1 and Wave 2 students confidently.
What if I don’t meet the performance requirements yet?
No worries! Many candidates take extra time to train before or after the course to reach the standards. We can arrange additional coaching sessions in the weeks leading up to your W2I to help you feel confident and prepared.
If you’re close to meeting the requirements, our instructors will support you in fine-tuning your skills during the course itself. You’ll have up to one year after the course to complete all requirements before needing to retake it.
That said, we recommend building a solid training base beforehand and starting to teach soon after your course to maintain strong momentum.
🏅What certifications can I teach as a Wave 2 Instructor?
After passing the course, you’ll be certified to teach:
Molchanovs Wave 1 (beginner course)
Molchanovs Wave 2 (intermediate course)
All equivalent Lap courses (pool-based programs)
Molchanovs Discover Freediving (introductory experience)
❓ FAQ -Do I need teaching experience before the course?
No prior teaching experience is required. The W2I course will train you in classroom delivery, pool instruction, and open water teaching. You’ll practice teaching your peers and (with the Extended Internship) gain experience assisting with actual students.
How should I prepare before starting the W2I?
We recommend:
Reviewing your Wave 3 knowledge & skills
Training static, dynamic, and depth to be close to the Molchanovs standards
Keeping your CPR/First Aid certification valid
Staying active with yoga, stretching, or breathwork to improve flexibility and relaxation
Molchanovs Wave 3 Instructor Course
Ready to take your freediving career to the next level?
The Molchanovs Wave 3 Instructor Course (W3I) is designed for experienced instructors who want to refine their craft and teach at the highest level. As a certified Wave 3 Instructor, you’ll be qualified to train and certify freedivers, guiding them safely into deep diving, fine-tuned technique, and mastery of the mind.
🌊 What You’ll Learn
Advanced teaching methods for mouth-fill, reverse packing, and FRC dives
Mental training strategies, including attention deconcentration
In-depth physiology and safety protocols for deep freediving
Injury prevention and treatment methods
Rescue techniques and advanced safety management
How to organize and deliver Wave 3 courses in both pool and open water settings
🧠 Performance Requirements
STA: 5 min
DNF: 75 m
DYNB: 110 m
CWTB / FIM: 50 m
CNF: 35 m
Rescues: 20 m standby + 30 m full rescue and tow
CO₂ dive: 25 m after 1 min surface finning with arms raised
🪶 Prerequisites
Certified Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor (W2I) or equivalent
Minimum 1 year teaching experience as a Wave 2 Instructor
At least 50 certified students (10 Wave 1 + 10 Wave 2 minimum; other agencies count as half)
Valid First Aid & CPR certificate (issued within the last 2 years)
⏱️ Course Duration & Price
4 days of intensive training
(theory, pool, open water, and supervised teaching practice)Price: 20,000 THB
🏅 Certification
Upon completion, you’ll be certified as a Molchanovs Wave 3 Instructor, empowering you to teach and certify Wave 1, Wave 2, and Wave 3 freedivers worldwide.
You’ll also gain access to the Molchanovs Instructor Platform, teaching resources, and a global community of freediving professionals.
❓ FAQ — Wave 3 Instructor Course
Who can join the Wave 3 Instructor Course?
This course is open to certified Wave 2 Instructors with at least one year of teaching experience and a minimum of 50 certified students. Equivalent instructors from other agencies are welcome.
How long is the course and what’s included?
The W3I runs over 4 intensive days, covering theory, pool, open water, and supervised teaching practice.
Price: 20,000 THB.
What performance requirements do I need to meet?
You’ll need to demonstrate:
50m CWTB/FIM
35m CNF
110m DYNB
75m DNF
5:00 STA
Advanced rescues (20m standby + 30m full rescue and tow)
What certification will I receive?
Successful candidates earn the Molchanovs Wave 3 Instructor certification — qualifying you to teach all Wave levels globally.
Do I need a First Aid or CPR certificate?
Yes. A valid CPR and First Aid certificate (issued within the last 2 years) is required.
Can I teach independently after certification?
Absolutely. As a Molchanovs Instructor, you can teach anywhere in the world — independently or in collaboration with freediving centers