Freedive Weh is located on Pulau Weh, a jungle covered island in the middle of the Andaman Sea. Nature here is dominant and well preserved, both on land and in the ocean, where some of the most gorgeous coral reefs of South East Asia can be found. The bay where our freedive centre is nested has deep, calm and warm waters all year round, making it a perfect location for exploring and training freediving at all levels.
Things you can do with us
Comprehensive Freediving Courses
We offer a range of freediving courses from beginner to instructor level, all accredited by AIDA, the most reputable training agency in the field. AIDA is known for creating the original freediving courses, ensuring that you receive the highest quality education as you progress through your training.
We also provide a variety of specialized programs, including:
- Training sessions allowing all freedivers to enhance their performance and skills
- Coached Sessions: Guided sessions for freedivers of all levels, ensuring personalized attention and support.
- Equalization Workshops: Improve your equalization techniques for a better diving experience.
- Exploration Dives: Discover the most fascinating dive sites on the island, which include:
- WW2 Shipwrecks: Dive into history with our exploration of historic wrecks.
- Gorgeous Reefs: Experience vibrant ecosystems with reef sharks and giant trevallies.
- Underwater Geothermal Hot Spring: Explore unique geothermal features bubbling with sulfuric gases.
Safety and teaching excellence
Your safety and the quality of your learning experience are our top priorities. We believe that freediving should combine personalized progress with a secure environment, allowing you to focus entirely on your journey.
To ensure this, we go above and beyond standard practices:
- Extended Learning Time: Our courses are typically planned one day longer than most other schools, giving your instructor more time to provide personalised coaching and allowing you more time to learn at your own pace.
- Rigorous Safety Measures:
- Oxygen kit available for deep dives or remote exploration sessions.
- Top-condition equipment: Buoys, lines, stoppers, and lanyards are regularly inspected and maintained.
- Professional supervision: Every dive is overseen by a certified safety freediver or instructor.
- Emergency protocol: A clear, up-to-date plan that our entire team is trained to follow.
Our goal? To provide you with a safe, relaxed, and enriching experience, where every detail is designed with your well-being in mind.
Our team
Our school was founded and is directed by Rémy Dubern, freediving world champion in depth with no fin discipline and multi-agency instructor trainer. With a deep passion for teaching and a wealth of experience, he coordinates Freedive Weh team in achieving the highest standards of safety and quality.
At the heart of our school’s daily life are Ian and Lisa, who manage Freedive Weh together. Ian, a highly skilled AIDA Master Instructor, and Lisa, an AIDA 4 assistant and our communication lead, bring complementary expertise and a shared vision. Their teamwork, energy, and warmth create a unique, family-like atmosphere that makes our school a special place to learn and grow.
Equipment and Facilities
High-quality equipment and thoughtful facilities are essential for a safe and enjoyable freediving experience. That’s why we provide:
- Premium Freediving Gear: We use Cressi wetsuits and equipment, renowned for their durability and performance, to ensure you have the best tools for your training.
- Freediving Shop: we offer a selection of Octopuss Freediving noseclips, EQ tools and lanyards, as well as masks, snorkels, weightbelts, and carbon fins for purchase, so you can find everything you need to complete your gear.
- Our boat is waiting on the beach just steps from the school and can comfortably transport up to 10 people to the best dive spots.
- Modern and comfortable classroom equipped with a TV to enhance your theory sessions.
- Guest room with hot showers, changing space and lockers.