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Explore an independent freediving handbook covering theory, technique, training principles and the responsibility of buddy-led water safety. This information page supports editorial review, optional reading-list consideration and bookseller enquiries.

Official cover of Freediving Fundamental Guide by Bassel Ounah
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Publication details

Paperback

ISBN 9781836152217

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Hardback

ISBN 9781836152200

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ISBN 9781836152224

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Title: Freediving Fundamental Guide: The Freediver’s Ultimate Handbook. Author: Bassel Ounah. Publisher: Grosvenor House Publishing. First published December 2025. Language: English. An independently published audiobook format is also offered; refer to the main page for its retailer listing.

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Topics to explore

Physiology

How immersion and breath-holding affect the body; oxygen, carbon dioxide, relaxation and training principles.

Skills

Equalisation, movement, buoyancy, equipment and the need for progressive supervised training.

Safety

Buddy procedures, awareness of distress, risk management and emergency preparation.

Editorial & educational enquiries

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Educators and bookshops may request a contents summary or ask about authorised ways to order. No group discount, institutional endorsement or accredited-course status is promised. All wholesale terms and rights are subject to confirmation from the publisher.

Safety note: This handbook supplements but does not replace a qualified freediving course, competent buddy supervision, medical advice or agency-specific training materials. Never practise breath-holding alone in water.