Freediving Disciplines
Explore Depth and Pool freediving disciplines, all-time record holders, and rankings based on competition results registered on Freedive Central. Please note that data reflects performances currently logged in our system, and results from non-imported events may not yet be included.
Depth Disciplines
Open WaterVertical freediving disciplines conducted along a guide line (sea, lake, or quarry)
Constant Weight
Freediver descends and ascends using fins or a monofin with constant weight.
Constant Weight Bi-Fins
Freediver descends and ascends using bifins (stereo fins) with constant weight.
Free Immersion
Freediver pulls on the guide rope for descent and ascent without using fins.
Constant Weight No Fins
Freediver descends and ascends using unassisted swimming technique without fins or rope pulling.
Variable Weight
Freediver descends with the help of a weighted sled and ascends by pulling the guide rope or swimming with or without fins.
No Limits
Freediver descends using a weighted sled and ascends using an inflatable buoyancy lift bag.
Pool Disciplines
Indoor / PoolStatic apnea duration and horizontal distance disciplines conducted in a swimming pool
Static Apnea
Freediver holds breath with face immersed in pool water for maximum duration.
Dynamic With Fins
Freediver swims horizontally underwater using fins or monofin for maximum distance.
Dynamic With Bi-Fins
Freediver swims horizontally underwater using bifins for maximum distance.
Dynamic No Fins
Freediver swims horizontally underwater without fins for maximum distance.
