NEXT DATES : 5 - 15 November 2026 / 20 - 31 January 2027
NEXT DATES : 5 - 15 November 2026 / 20 - 31 January 2027
INSTRUCTOR COURSE
Molchanovs W2I
Embark on Your Professional Freediving Journey
Transform your passion into a career by becoming a Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor. With the W2I certification, you'll gain the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on teaching experience to lead Wave 1 and Wave 2 freediving students safely and effectively.
To join the Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor (W2I) course, you need to:
Hold a Molchanovs Wave 3 / Level 3 certification (or equivalent via crossover)
Be 18 years or older
Hold a valid First Aid with CPR certification (within the last 2 years)
Performance Requirements (Molchanovs Standard)
During the course, you’ll need to demonstrate the official Molchanovs W2I standards, including:
Static Apnea (STA): 4 minutes
Dynamic Apnea (DYN): 100 m
Dynamic No Fins (DNF): 60 m
Constant Weight (CWT): 40 m
Free Immersion (FIM): 40 m
Constant Weight No Fins (CNF): 30m
Rescue: From 25 m + 50 m tow
CO2 rescue: 15m stand-by (1min) rescue
CO2 dive: Perform a 20m CWTB dive after finning on the surface for one minute with the arms above the head
These standards ensure you have the technical ability and safety awareness required to guide Wave 1 and Wave 2 students confidently.
Online Learning
Classroom assessments
Classroom theory sessions
Dry skills assessments
Open water Performance sessions
Pool teaching assessments
Pool performance sessions
Open water teaching assessments
Highlights
Become a confident and competent freediving instructor
Turn your passion into a professional career
Gain hands-on teaching experience in real training sessions
Learn from experienced Molchanovs Instructor Trainers
Join a global community of professional instructors
Earn an internationally recognized instructor certification
Instructor course - Molchanovs Wave 2 Instructor
THB 45,000
10-days course
Contact us for more details
What's Included
Complete W2I training with instructor evaluations
Theory and dry-practice pedagogy
Confined water and open-water teaching
Pool and open water training sessions
Feedback and mentorship tailored to your needs
Boat and pool fees
Equipment rental
Underwater videos
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. If you hold an equivalent certification from another recognized freediving agency, you'll first need to complete a Molchanovs Wave 3 crossover evaluation to ensure you meet the required standards before starting the Wave 2 Instructor Course. If you're already an instructor with another agency, we also offer Molchanovs instructor crossover programs on request. Contact us to discuss your experience, and we'll recommend the most suitable pathway.
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No problem! Many candidates train with us before the course to reach the standards. We can arrange extra training sessions in the weeks before your W2I so you feel fully prepared. If you are close to the requirements, our instructors will help you fine-tune your skills during the course.
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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)
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No prior teaching experience is required. The W2I course will train you in classroom delivery, pool instruction, and open water teaching.
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Phuket offers warm, clear waters year-round, making it ideal for depth training and teaching practice. At our beachfront center, you’ll have everything in one place: theory classrooms, yoga shala, and direct ocean access. Plus, Phuket’s freediving community is vibrant and international—perfect for networking as you start your professional journey.
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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
Stay & Save
Stay & Save
Book any freediving course with us and enjoy 15% off your stay at our peaceful beachfront accommodation. Wake up just steps from the ocean and make the most of your training experience.