Dynamic apnea without fins

Dynamic apnea without fins is a discipline of freediving, a form of underwater diving that relies on the diver's ability to hold their breath until resurfacing, rather than using breathing apparatus such as scuba gear. In dynamic apnea without fins, the diver propels themselves underwater horizontally without the use of fins or any other propulsion equipment.

Overview

Dynamic apnea without fins is one of the most challenging disciplines in freediving due to the physical strength and technique required. The diver must use their own physical strength to propel themselves through the water, typically using a modified breaststroke technique. This requires significant physical fitness, as well as advanced breath-holding and swimming skills.

Technique

The technique used in dynamic apnea without fins is a modified version of the breaststroke. The diver uses their arms to pull themselves forward and their legs to push, while keeping their body as streamlined as possible to reduce drag. The diver must also carefully manage their oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide buildup, as these factors can limit the duration and distance of the dive.

Competitions

Dynamic apnea without fins competitions are held by various freediving organizations around the world, including the International Association for the Development of Apnea (AIDA). In these competitions, divers compete to see who can swim the furthest distance underwater on a single breath without the use of fins.

Records

The world record for dynamic apnea without fins is held by Mateusz Malina of Poland, who swam a distance of 232 meters in 2016. This record is recognized by AIDA.

See also

• Static apnea
• Dynamic apnea
• Freediving