Dean’s 5 days training camp in Dean’s Blue Hole took my freediving to another level.As he known as british record freediver. The course combines deep dives, pool sessions, yoga/stretching/strength class, and theory sessions. I have learned a ton of new things every single day: advanced equalizing, mental tricks, planning and analyzing the dives, DYN training, how to structure the training for the competition, streamlining and diving techniques for different disciplines just to name a few. There was not a single question that Dean could not answer, always giving examples from his or other freedivers’ professional career, explaining everything in a very digestible and friendly way. I highly recommend Dean and his training approach to anyone, you will become a better freediver and break your PBs for sure!”
Bartek Jeske
Dean explained how the training in the 5 days designed. Morning was always deep dive planned in Deans Blue Hole. It was mainly about developing a standard within disciplines of deep diving. Starting with variants for the warm-up training over features in the diving technique and style, exercises for the advanced pressure equalization up to the dive management everything was considered. Dean gave us good tips and guided each one from easy to difficult. Especially I want to highlight his performance in buddying. He has always dived with each one of us and gave a short review. I always felt totally safe with him and was able to concentrate on my dive. On one of the mornings we also practiced common rescue techniques. In the first theory session in the afternoon, Dean talked about a selection of topics that are particular important in freediving. Bloodshift, Frenzel, Mouthfill, Packing, Freefall, Squeeze and Nutrition were just some of the topics. It was exciting to follow his remarks, especially because he shared his own experiences with us. Dean Chaouche is a great teacher and a very kind person. I am glad that I could learn from his experiences. Thank you Dean! See you in one of your next camps!
Olcay Evkuran
Dean Chaouche is the real Deal! A top freediver with a unique style and take of the sport. Insightful and intelligent and truly knows how to explain techniques and theories. He is totally focused on you as his student and constantly thinks how you can improve.Moreover he known as british record freediver. His suggestion in and out the water are of high value and immediately turns things around. He is always supportive and encouraging but when you miss to preform he will make sure you know it. Most of all, he is honest positive and straight forward guy. I absolutely wish that Dean will continue to guide me in my deep blue dream.
Elad Anlen
I have been lucky enough to train twice at Deans Blue Hole with Dean! The first was for my AIDA3 Star course. He was firm and encouraging and helped me attain 3 PBs on one day! I added almost a minute to my static getting over 3 minutes for the first time. After a DYN PB I really felt done for the day but somehow he coaxed me back into the ocean where I got a few meters deeper than I’d been before! My next experience was at training camp which was fun because we had more people and Dean was fantastic! We had a great time and he helped the more inexperienced divers like myself start to be a bit more independent – overall a fabulous experience and I can’t wait to train with him again anywhere in the world!
Dr Wendy Ross
I meet Dean during the Deepweek in Coron and was very impressed and inspired by his knowledge, skills and passion for freediving. What I appreciate most with his approach is the comprehensive physical training that he promotes, i.e. mobility, flexibility, breathing and strength to maximise my performance in the pool and open water. This, in combination with his attention do details regarding the nutrition and latest research regarding freediving as a sport makes him a reliable and very impressive athlete and coach. When he tells me to push and suck it up I do, and when he says that it’s time to rest in order not to overtrain I listen (for once….!).
Li Karlsen
Dean is by far the best freediving instructor I have ever met, and one of the most chill yet serious people ever.British record freediver award winner. I had the pleasure to receive Dean’s coaching during the March 2018 Vertical Blue training camp.We had a diving session every morning and either a theory session or a pool session in the afternoon. During the diving session, Dean was always available to guide us and provide invaluable feedback immediately after each dive. Dean’s instruction to anyone who wants to drastically improve their performance. I increased my PB by nearly ten meters in just a few days!
Cristopher Rabotin
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