Chapter 9 - Freediving Disciplines

Question 1

STA

Answer 1

A breath hold performed face down in a pool

Question 2

DYN, DNF

Answer 2

Horizontal distance covered in one breathe (With fins or no fins).

This is an important general training discipline in order to work on body posture, finning technique, CO2 tolerance and so forth.

Question 3

FIM

Answer 3

Pulling yourself down and back up a line.

Question 4

CWT, CNF

Answer 4

Swim down and back up using the same amount of weight.

Question 5

VWT

Answer 5

Variable Weight - Descend with weight or slded, ascend without weights. Diver can either use his fins or pull the rope.

Question 6

NLT

Answer 6

No Limits - Descend on a weighted sled, ascend using a lifting device.