Article Series
Freediving Safety
Everything you need to know to freedive safely — the risks, causes of accidents, and the protocols that keep divers alive.
4 articles in this series
Is Freediving Dangerous? Risks, Statistics & How to Stay Safe
Freediving carries real risks including blackout and barotrauma, but with training and a buddy they're manageable. An honest look at the dangers and how to mitigate them.
Shallow Water Blackout: The Silent Killer in Freediving and Swimming
Shallow water blackout kills fit swimmers without warning — an estimated 20% of all drownings. Learn what causes it, who's at risk, and how to prevent it. The silent killer explained.
Freediving Deaths: Causes, Prevention & What We Can Learn
A comprehensive examination of freediving fatalities, the physiological mechanisms behind them, and evidence-based strategies to keep yourself safe in the water. Most freediving deaths are preventable—here's what you need to know.
Freediving Safety: The Buddy System - Your Lifeline Underwater
The buddy system is the fundamental safety protocol that stands between life and death in freediving. Learn why solo diving kills, how to be an effective safety diver, proper rescue procedures, and what the statistics reveal about diving deaths.
