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Pool trainings approach poll

Reflecting on my self-guided approach to reaching 150m DNF, I explored how others train through a poll. This poll will help to understand why do some work with a coach while others prefer self-training? What’s the ideal approach at different performance levels?

Are you a self-guided freediver or do you work with a coach? After starting my journey to 150m DNF, I’ve been reflecting on my self-directed approach. Many people have followed my blog and journey, but I’ve also received comments suggesting I should hire a coach. It made me wonder—am I missing out by not working with one?

Please take 2-3 minutes to fill out this poll and share your experiences.

Few weeks ago, I created a poll to explore how others train.

Do most freedivers rely on a coach, or do they take a self-guided path like me?

Here’s what I learned so far:

Based on facebook poll answers (2024-12-16)
  • Over 50% of respondents train independently, but some seek guidance from a coach on an ad-hoc basis to overcome specific challenges.
  • Group sessions and clubs are another approach I hadn’t considered—though less accessible in areas with smaller freediving communities.
  • Coach driven trainings are less popular, but this could depend on the level of an individual.

This simple poll that I shared on Facebook, sparked deeper questions I’d love your help answering:

  • Who are these freedivers and what is their performance level?
  • Why do some freedivers choose to work with a coach?
  • Why do so many freedivers prefer self-guided training?
  • At what performance level should you start working with a coach?
  • What challenges do self-guided freedivers face, and how do they overcome them?
  • How do you choose the right coach—especially for remote sessions?

I know that at some point, I’ll need support—either through ad-hoc guidance or regular coaching. But understanding when and how to make that step is still unclear to me. That’s why I need your input!

Please take 2-3 minutes to fill out this poll and share your experiences.

Pool Freediving training methods
The aim of this poll is to better understand: Who are you and what is your current performance level? Why do you choose to work with a coach? Why do you prefer self-guided training? At what performance level you started working with a coach? What challenges do you face as self-guided freediver, and how do you overcome them? How did you choose the right coach—especially for remote sessions?
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This knowledge will help me—and others—better understand how to shape our training, when to seek guidance, and how to choose the right coach for our goals. Thank you for your input!