September 14 to 27
$4,600 MXN +
2 weeks
16+
September 14 to 27
$4,600 MXN +
2 weeks
16+
The Azul Freediving Challenge is an international freediving competition in Riviera Maya bringing together athletes, instructors and depth lovers for two weeks of training, workshops and official depth performances.
To celebrate 10 years of the Azul Freediving Challenge, this special anniversary edition expands far beyond a traditional competition format.
Over two weeks, athletes and freedivers from around the world will gather in the Riviera Maya for an immersive experience combining official depth competition, workshops, training sessions, conferences and community events.
From cenote training and equalization workshops to static apnea, official ranking dives and the signature 70m Challenge, this extended edition is designed for both experienced competitors and first-time athletes seeking high-level coaching and unforgettable moments.
To mark this special anniversary, the event introduces a community raffle featuring prizes offered by sponsors and freediving brands from around the world.
Athletes will earn raffle tickets based on their performances throughout the competition, while additional tickets will be available for purchase during the event and online. More than a traditional prize system, the raffle is designed to celebrate participation, community spirit and shared experience — giving everyone a chance to win.
The Azul Freediving Challenge 10th anniversary concludes with a special anniversary celebration bringing together athletes, safeties, judges, partners and the wider freediving community.
The 10 Year Anniversary Edition of the Azul Freediving Challenge will take place from September 14th to 27th, 2026. Over two weeks, the event will bring together athletes, instructors and freedivers from around the world through training sessions, workshops, conferences, official ranking dives and community events across the Riviera Maya.
The main competition will take place from September 25th to 27th, alongside the signature 70m Challenge and the anniversary celebration marking 10 years of the event.
See the full program below for detailed schedules and activities.
The Azul Freediving Challenge takes place between Playa del Carmen and some of the Riviera Maya’s most iconic cenotes. Main activities and competition sessions are held at Cenote Yum Kin, a world-class freediving location reaching 87m depth with ideal conditions for training and performance.
Warm water, no waves and no current create a unique environment for both first-time competitors and experienced athletes. Additional workshops and activities will also take place at Pranamaya Freediving House and other selected cenotes across the region.
Ready for two weeks of deep dives, workshops and celebration ?
Competition open to all certfied freediver who would like to enjoy competing and have fun with other freedivers, including a special challenge for deep diver and a workshop for beginners.
SEPTEMBER 14–18
$1,500 MXN / day
Time
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
These open training sessions offer freedivers the opportunity to prepare in real cenote conditions ahead of the event. The sessions are structured to provide a balance between autonomy and coaching, allowing each athlete to focus on technique, adaptation and performance.
Each session includes personalized coaching with a maximum ratio of four divers per instructor, ensuring both safety and quality feedback. Up to three instructors may be present, allowing a total of twelve participants per day.
Bookings are made per day, giving flexibility to participants depending on their schedule and objectives.
Includes
Transportation, cenote entrance and food
SEPTEMBER 17 & 18
$6,500 MXN
This official AIDA course is designed for freedivers who want to develop advanced safety skills in a competition environment. It combines theoretical knowledge and practical application in real depth conditions.
Schedule
Morning theory sessions followed by afternoon training in the cenote
Locations
September 17 — Cenote Yaakun
September 18 — Cenote Yum Kin
The course leads to an official AIDA certification and is conducted in small groups to ensure a high level of supervision and learning quality.
Minimum 3 participants
Maximum 4 participants
SEPTEMBER 18
$2,500 MXN
This workshop focuses on deep equalization techniques, one of the key limiting factors in freediving progression. It is designed for divers looking to refine their understanding and efficiency in equalization at depth.
The morning is dedicated to theory, covering mechanisms, techniques and common limitations. The afternoon session allows participants to apply these concepts directly in depth conditions.
Starting at 9:00 AM
Maximum 8 participants
SEPTEMBER 19
$2,500 MXN
This workshop introduces participants to No Limit diving, one of the most technical and safety-demanding disciplines in freediving. The session combines theoretical understanding with practical application under strict supervision.
Pablo Barrera, founder of Aak’ja Freediving based in Mexico City, brings his experience as an instructor and explorer of advanced freediving disciplines.
The workshop includes theory in the morning followed by depth practice in the afternoon, supported by a full professional safety team.
Maximum 8 participants
SEPTEMBER 19 & 20
$800 MXN per day
This official training session allows athletes to prepare under conditions similar to competition settings. Each participant is guided through structured dives with safety supervision.
Each athlete completes two warm-up dives followed by two deep dives.
Participation is open with no limit on the number of divers. Transportation may be available depending on logistics and should be confirmed directly with the organization.
Time
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SEPTEMBER 19–20
$9,000 MXN
This workshop is dedicated to Constant Weight No Fins (CNF), one of the most demanding disciplines in freediving, requiring advanced technique, efficiency and control.
Pedro Tapia, Mexican national record holder in freediving, leads this workshop. Known for his technical precision and performance at depth, he brings high-level expertise to athletes seeking to develop in this discipline.
The workshop follows a structured format with theory in the morning and depth practice in the afternoon.
Practical information
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Maximum 8 participants
Locations
Cenote Maravilla and Yum Kin
Only one activity per day per athlete is allowed (Official Training, No Limit Workshop or CNF Workshop).
The official opening marks the transition into the core of the event, bringing together athletes, organizers and partners.
A moment to welcome participants and introduce the event, including brand presentations.
Mandatory for all athletes. Includes official announcements and review of the upcoming competition days.
A shared dinner at Pranamaya, creating space for exchange between athletes, partners and organizers. Selected sponsors may present their brand and vision.
Conferences
During the evening, several conferences will take place, covering topics such as safety, depth training, static apnea, foundational training principles, and more.
SEPTEMBER 21–23
$5,300 MXN
Even for experienced freedivers, a competition can be intense and stressful. For athletes without competition experience, this workshop provides the essential knowledge needed to understand the rules, procedures and structure of competition diving.
Morning sessions focus on AIDA rules, competition strategy and preparation. Afternoon sessions include water practice, deep dives and technical coaching to help participants gain confidence before the competition.
Included in the price
Participation is open with no limit.
SEPTEMBER 21–23
$3,200 MXN (for 3 days)
These sessions allow athletes to perform official dives that will be published on the AIDA ranking platform.
They do not count toward the final competition results and are conducted without live media coverage.
Maximum 25 participants
Transportation, food and cenote entrance are not included. The price remains the same even for partial participation.
SEPTEMBER 24
$450 MXN
This static apnea competition focuses on breath-hold performance in a controlled environment. It is open to all participants and judged according to official AIDA standards.
Records may be validated and registered.
The schedule may vary depending on the number of participants.
Time
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
On September 24, we welcome you to the Pranamaya Freediving House for a day dedicated to knowledge sharing, community connection and brand presence. This moment brings together athletes, partners and the wider freediving community in a more relaxed and interactive setting, centered around conferences and sponsor presentations.
From 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Sponsor presentations, offering partners visibility and direct engagement with the community.
Evening
Community dinner at Pranamaya followed by conferences.
Planned topics include cenotes exploration, conservation, mermaiding, spearfishing and AIDA rules.
Speakers are to be confirmed.
The Azul Freediving Challenge is a 3-day depth competition designed for both first-time competitors and experienced freedivers. With a maximum depth of 85 meters, it offers the perfect environment to discover competition diving or push your performance in optimal and controlled conditions.
Each athlete performs one official dive per day, choosing their discipline and announcing their performance in advance. The format combines accessibility and high-level standards, making it possible to gain competition experience while maintaining strong performance conditions.
The event follows official AIDA competition standards, with judges and safety teams ensuring the validation of performances. It also provides a unique opportunity for athletes to attempt national records, with all the required conditions in place for official recognition.
Live coverage will be provided throughout the competition, with potential underwater footage depending on technical conditions.
$4,600 MXN for the 3-day competition (competition or 70m Challenge)
If you wish to participate in both the competition and the 70m Challenge, the price is $5,200 MXN.
If your personal best exceeds 85m, the price remains $4,600 MXN for both.
The 70m Challenge is a signature format of the Azul Freediving Challenge, focused on precision, control and performance consistency.
Athletes must announce a target depth of 70 meters and complete their dive within strict parameters, including a precise return time. This format highlights not only depth ability but also discipline, timing and mastery.
Winner Prize
$1,000 MXN
Athletes receive their official dive time the day before, once all announcements have been submitted.
The start order is organized from the shallowest to the deepest announced dives.
Location
Bendito Coyote
The closing evening marks the end of the event with a community-focused celebration.
The podium ceremony will take place, followed by a special anniversary raffle. In this edition, prizes are distributed through a raffle system rather than a traditional ranking-based reward structure.
Athletes with stronger performances receive more raffle tickets, increasing their chances of winning.
Tickets will be available for purchase throughout the event, including online.
The evening will include live music and will emphasize celebration, community and shared experience.
SEPTEMBER 14–18
$1,500 MXN / day
Time
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
These open training sessions offer freedivers the opportunity to prepare in real cenote conditions ahead of the event. The sessions are structured to provide a balance between autonomy and coaching, allowing each athlete to focus on technique, adaptation and performance.
Each session includes personalized coaching with a maximum ratio of four divers per instructor, ensuring both safety and quality feedback. Up to three instructors may be present, allowing a total of twelve participants per day.
Bookings are made per day, giving flexibility to participants depending on their schedule and objectives.
Includes
Transportation, cenote entrance and food
SEPTEMBER 17 & 18
$6,500 MXN
This official AIDA course is designed for freedivers who want to develop advanced safety skills in a competition environment. It combines theoretical knowledge and practical application in real depth conditions.
Schedule
Morning theory sessions followed by afternoon training in the cenote
Locations
September 17 — Cenote Yaakun
September 18 — Cenote Yum Kin
The course leads to an official AIDA certification and is conducted in small groups to ensure a high level of supervision and learning quality.
Minimum 3 participants
Maximum 4 participants
SEPTEMBER 18
$2,500 MXN
This workshop focuses on deep equalization techniques, one of the key limiting factors in freediving progression. It is designed for divers looking to refine their understanding and efficiency in equalization at depth.
The morning is dedicated to theory, covering mechanisms, techniques and common limitations. The afternoon session allows participants to apply these concepts directly in depth conditions.
Starting at 9:00 AM
Maximum 8 participants
SEPTEMBER 19
$2,500 MXN
This workshop introduces participants to No Limit diving, one of the most technical and safety-demanding disciplines in freediving. The session combines theoretical understanding with practical application under strict supervision.
Pablo Barrera, founder of Aak’ja Freediving based in Mexico City, brings his experience as an instructor and explorer of advanced freediving disciplines.
The workshop includes theory in the morning followed by depth practice in the afternoon, supported by a full professional safety team.
Maximum 8 participants
SEPTEMBER 19 & 20
$800 MXN per day
This official training session allows athletes to prepare under conditions similar to competition settings. Each participant is guided through structured dives with safety supervision.
Each athlete completes two warm-up dives followed by two deep dives.
Participation is open with no limit on the number of divers. Transportation may be available depending on logistics and should be confirmed directly with the organization.
Time
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SEPTEMBER 19–20
$9,000 MXN
This workshop is dedicated to Constant Weight No Fins (CNF), one of the most demanding disciplines in freediving, requiring advanced technique, efficiency and control.
Pedro Tapia, Mexican national record holder in freediving, leads this workshop. Known for his technical precision and performance at depth, he brings high-level expertise to athletes seeking to develop in this discipline.
The workshop follows a structured format with theory in the morning and depth practice in the afternoon.
Practical information
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Maximum 8 participants
Locations
Cenote Maravilla and Yum Kin
Only one activity per day per athlete is allowed (Official Training, No Limit Workshop or CNF Workshop).
The official opening marks the transition into the core of the event, bringing together athletes, organizers and partners.
A moment to welcome participants and introduce the event, including brand presentations.
Mandatory for all athletes. Includes official announcements and review of the upcoming competition days.
A shared dinner at Pranamaya, creating space for exchange between athletes, partners and organizers. Selected sponsors may present their brand and vision.
Conferences
During the evening, several conferences will take place, covering topics such as safety, depth training, static apnea, foundational training principles, and more.
SEPTEMBER 21–23
$5,300 MXN
Even for experienced freedivers, a competition can be intense and stressful. For athletes without competition experience, this workshop provides the essential knowledge needed to understand the rules, procedures and structure of competition diving.
Morning sessions focus on AIDA rules, competition strategy and preparation. Afternoon sessions include water practice, deep dives and technical coaching to help participants gain confidence before the competition.
Included in the price
Participation is open with no limit.
SEPTEMBER 21–23
$3,200 MXN (for 3 days)
These sessions allow athletes to perform official dives that will be published on the AIDA ranking platform.
They do not count toward the final competition results and are conducted without live media coverage.
Maximum 25 participants
Transportation, food and cenote entrance are not included. The price remains the same even for partial participation.
SEPTEMBER 24
$450 MXN
This static apnea competition focuses on breath-hold performance in a controlled environment. It is open to all participants and judged according to official AIDA standards.
Records may be validated and registered.
The schedule may vary depending on the number of participants.
Time
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
On September 24, we welcome you to the Pranamaya Freediving House for a day dedicated to knowledge sharing, community connection and brand presence. This moment brings together athletes, partners and the wider freediving community in a more relaxed and interactive setting, centered around conferences and sponsor presentations.
From 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Sponsor presentations, offering partners visibility and direct engagement with the community.
Evening
Community dinner at Pranamaya followed by conferences.
Planned topics include cenotes exploration, conservation, mermaiding, spearfishing and AIDA rules.
Speakers are to be confirmed.
The Azul Freediving Challenge is a 3-day depth competition designed for both first-time competitors and experienced freedivers. With a maximum depth of 85 meters, it offers the perfect environment to discover competition diving or push your performance in optimal and controlled conditions.
Each athlete performs one official dive per day, choosing their discipline and announcing their performance in advance. The format combines accessibility and high-level standards, making it possible to gain competition experience while maintaining strong performance conditions.
The event follows official AIDA competition standards, with judges and safety teams ensuring the validation of performances. It also provides a unique opportunity for athletes to attempt national records, with all the required conditions in place for official recognition.
Live coverage will be provided throughout the competition, with potential underwater footage depending on technical conditions.
$4,600 MXN for the 3-day competition (competition or 70m Challenge)
If you wish to participate in both the competition and the 70m Challenge, the price is $5,200 MXN.
If your personal best exceeds 85m, the price remains $4,600 MXN for both.
The 70m Challenge is a signature format of the Azul Freediving Challenge, focused on precision, control and performance consistency.
Athletes must announce a target depth of 70 meters and complete their dive within strict parameters, including a precise return time. This format highlights not only depth ability but also discipline, timing and mastery.
Winner Prize
$1,000 MXN
Athletes receive their official dive time the day before, once all announcements have been submitted.
The start order is organized from the shallowest to the deepest announced dives.
Location
Bendito Coyote
The closing evening marks the end of the event with a community-focused celebration.
The podium ceremony will take place, followed by a special anniversary raffle. In this edition, prizes are distributed through a raffle system rather than a traditional ranking-based reward structure.
Athletes with stronger performances receive more raffle tickets, increasing their chances of winning.
Tickets will be available for purchase throughout the event, including online.
The evening will include live music and will emphasize celebration, community and shared experience.
Train, explore and share meaningful moments with a community shaped by breath, depth and presence.
From your first dives to deeper journeys, Pranamaya is a space to learn, progress and connect — at your own rhythm.
Join our newsletter and stay connected with the Pranamaya spirit.
We share upcoming trips, courses, community news and inspirations around breath, depth and presence.
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Train, explore and share meaningful moments with a community shaped by breath, depth and presence.
From your first dives to deeper journeys, Pranamaya is a space to learn, progress and connect — at your own rhythm.
Join our newsletter and stay connected with the Pranamaya spirit.
We share upcoming trips, courses, community news and inspirations around breath, depth and presence.
*No spam. Only meaningful content, sent occasionally.
