Why Pick Molchanovs?
The Molchanovs Instructor Course is designed for experienced freedivers who are ready to transform their passion into a professional career.
This course will prepare you to confidently teach freediving, lead students safely in both pool and open water environments, and represent the Molchanovs education system to a professional standard.
Throughout the program, you’ll deepen your understanding of freediving theory, coaching methodology, safety procedures, and student development. Special emphasis is placed on communication, leadership, problem-solving, and creating a safe, supportive learning environment for future students.
By the end of the course, successful candidates will have the skills and confidence required to independently teach Molchanovs freediving courses and conduct training sessions safely and professionally.
Outstanding candidates may also have the opportunity to assist on real courses and be considered for future work opportunities within our school.
Prerequisites
To join the Instructor Course, students must:
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Hold the required Molchanovs certification level (or equivalent crossover certification)
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Be comfortable and experienced in both pool and depth disciplines
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Demonstrate strong safety awareness and buddy skills
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Have previous experience assisting courses or training with other freedivers
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Meet the minimum performance requirements outlined by Molchanovs
Course Details
Duration: Flexible depending on candidate readiness and evaluation process
Additional coaching or training days may be recommended before certification.
As Part of This Course:
🧜🏼♀️ Advanced freediving theory and teaching methodology
🧜🏼♀️ Professional safety and rescue procedures
🧜🏼♀️ Coaching and communication skills
🧜🏼♀️ Student evaluation and feedback techniques
🧜🏼♀️ Pool and open water teaching practice
🧜🏼♀️ Equalization troubleshooting and student guidance
🧜🏼♀️ Course planning and organization
🧜🏼♀️ Risk management and emergency procedures
🧜🏼♀️ Demonstration-quality technique development
🧜🏼♀️ Leadership and professionalism as an instructor
🧜🏼♀️ Practical teaching scenarios and role-play exercises
🧜🏼♀️ Video analysis and performance review
🧜🏼♀️ Real-world experience assisting and leading sessions
Requirements
To join the Instructor Course, students must:
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Molchanovs W3 certification or equivalent
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Having a CPR/First Aid certificate no more than 2 years old
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Entry exam
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Final exam
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40m CWTB comfortable
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40m FIM comfortable
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30m CNF comfortable
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Rescue from 25m + 50m surface tow
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15m Stand-by rescue (min 60s)
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CO2 dive
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100m DYN
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60m DNF
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4min STA