Freediving Coron

Located at Coron Port in the Philippines, Freediving Coron is the only 5-star freediving school in Palawan. Since 2016, the centre has established itself as a premier destination for those looking to master breath-hold diving through the specific philosophy of Apnea Total.

Unlike many training centres, this school prioritises a calm, student-centred approach. You will train away from the crowds, often in private lagoons accessed via partnership with Paolyn Houseboats, ensuring your focus remains entirely on your technique and breathing.

The school is led by Catalin Craciun, an experienced Apnea Total instructor trainer. With over 14 years of experience and a 100% safety record, the instruction is designed to be progressive and free of pressure.

To maintain a high standard of safety and personalised attention, the centre operates with a strict ratio of maximum 3 students per guide. The team is multilingual, with staff able to communicate in English, Spanish, Italian, and Swedish.

The curriculum covers a full range of apnea skills, starting with the Discover Freediving experience for those new to the discipline. For more serious students, the school offers the Freediver Course, the Advanced Freediver Course, and the comprehensive Apnea Total programme.

All training courses include full equipment hire, entry fees, certification, and transport to the dive sites.

The centre provides full kit hire for your training and exploration sessions. For those undertaking courses, a GoPro is included to help you review your technique and capture your progress underwater.

The marine life around the wrecks and reefs is diverse, with sightings including parrotfish, surgeonfish, butterflyfish, and various species of anthias and chromis. You may also encounter fusiliers, damselfish, and various species of wrasse.

Larger pelagics and reef residents include reef fish, sea turtles, and juvenile blacktip reef sharks. You might also spot lionfish, triggerfish, and various species of damselfish.

For macro enthusiasts, the area hosts nudibranchs, sea cucumbers, and various types of soft corals and hard corals. The reefs are also home to sea stars and sea pens.

Water conditions in the area are generally calm, with light to no currents typically found around the wreck sites. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres.