International Depth Competition INFINITY DEPTH GAMES 4 · Larnaka International Airport is Cyprus’ main International gateway and the largest of the country’s two commercial airports,

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14-21 OCTOBER 2018LARNAKA- CYPRUS

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Infinity Freediving was established in 2014 by Cypriot freediving athletes. Since 2017 we are based in the city of Larnaka and our mission is to promote the sport of freediving on the island through various events, seminars, educational courses, supervised training sessions and International Competitions.

Since 2014 we have organized 4 International Depth and Pool Competitions with great success and have managed to attract a number of International athletes that visit the island regularly to undergo their training in Cyprus’s various sea locations.

Being freediving athletes and freediving instructors we have the experience and knowledge required to organize safe and successful competitions.

ABOUT US AND OUR CREDENTIALS


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The Infinity Depth Games 4 is an annual International Depth Competition that will take place in the coastal area of Larnaka during the dates 14-21 October 2018.

This is a unique extreme sports competition that involves athletes depth diving into the sea on one breath. This sort of competition is very popular in many other European countries and is thus becoming a well known extreme sport in the last few years.

The competition will have 3 Competition days and athletes will be allowed to choose from the 3 depth disciplines. (CWT, FIM, CNF)

During the 3 Competition days, each athlete can compete once a day in any discipline of their choice.

ABOUT THE COMPETITION INFINITY DEPTH GAMES 4


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DEPTH COMPETITION - THE 3 DISCIPLINES (CATEGORIES)

Σταθερα Βαρη Με ΠεΔΙΛα(CWT) COnSTAnT wEIGhT

The freediver descends and ascends with the use of fins/monofin and/or with the use of his arms. Pulling on the rope or changing his ballast will result in disqualification; only a single hold of the rope is allowed in order to turn and stop the descent and start the ascent. Constant weight is the most widely practiced and known sportive depth discipline of freediving due to the specific fins or monofins used in it.

εΛεύθερη ΒύθΙΣη(FIM) FREE IMMERSIOn

The freediver dives under water without the use of propulsion equipment (fins) but uses the rope to pull to descend and ascend. Free immersion is the most relaxing discipline and is used as a training tool to learn equalisaton techniques. Athletes may experience the most enjoyable sensations in FIM because of the speed of the water over the body and the power of each pull on the rope as the only means of propulsion.

Σταθερα Βαρη ΧΩρΙΣ ΠεΔΙΛα(CNF) COnSTAnT nO FInS

The freediver descends and ascends underwater using a variation of breastroke swimming stroke without the use of propulsion equipment and without pulling on the rope. Constant weight without fins is the most difficult sportive depth discipline because it requires the most strength and the diver is unaided by fins.


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A BIT OF BACKGROUND INFORMATION AIDA INTERNATIONAL

The competition will be under AIDA Regulations and results will be registered in the AIDA Ranking System.

AIDA is the Worldwide Federation for breath-hold diving. Established in 1992; AIDA manages and oversees the recognition of records, organises competitions and sets the standards for freediving education. Since 1993, AIDA International has officiated 230 world records.

Visit AIDA International website for more information:

WHY CYPRUS? THE ULTIMATE RESORT DESTINATION

Blessed with all the elements that make a diver’s paradise, Cyprus attracts visitors from all over the world for its favourable weather conditions, top-ranking wrecks and diverse marine life. With warm waters that range from 17-29 degrees almost all-year-round, crystal clear waters, the island enjoys one of the longest diving seasons in the Mediterranean, further enhanced by fantastic up to 40 meters underwater visibility - thanks to an absence of plankton.

A range of wrecks, spectacular underwater caves and tunnels, and interesting paths await exploration – always with the promise of discovering something unique, from the remains of ancient amphora and stone anchors, to the exotic residents of their underwater worlds.


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LARNAKAFOR SEA AND SUN LOvERS

Beautifully compact, easily accessible and truly authentic, Larnaka is Cyprus’ oldest soul; the longest continually inhabited region of the island, with a history that dates back 10,000 years, and the most centrally positioned, offering easy access to other regions.

The defining features of Larnaka city include the bustling promenade of Foinikoudes - which is lined with mature palm trees and flanked by beach, eateries and entertainment - and its joining sea walkway of Piale Pasha, which passes by quaint old neighbourhoods and fresh fish taverns. Piale Pasha is the area where all athletes will be staying so they can walk the promenade, relax on the beach and visit one of the largest underwater wrecks in the area the Zenobia wreck, nicknamed ‘The Titanic of the Mediterranean’.

Crystal blue waters all year round. Sea temperature reaching 29 degrees in the summer and a minimum of 17 degrees during winter, Larnaka may be regarded as one of the most interesting destinations for freedivers.

Although Cyprus’ official language is Greek, 90% of the population speak English fluently since Cyprus is a member of the Commonwealth.


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Piale PashaFoinikoudes Beach

Zenobia wreck


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TRAvELLING TO CYPRUS

Cyprus is serviced by a variety of different international carriers. There are flight connections with most major European cities, e.g. London, Birmingham, Manchester, Frankfurt, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Rome, Milan and many other Eastern European countries. There are also connections to almost all Middle Eastern capitals.

Cyprus’ main Airport is Larnaka International Airport (LCA) located 4 km (2.5 mi) southwest of Larnakas’ city center. Larnaka International Airport is Cyprus’ main International gateway and the largest of the country’s two commercial airports, the other being Paphos International Airport on the island’s southwestern coast to which there are daily buses to Larnaka.

Currency Cyprus has the euro (€) as its currency.

COMPETITION SET UP

The site proposed for the competition is 1 km from shore, located in front of our beach hotel headquarters and within 3 minutes by boat from Larnaka beach coastline.

Two moorings will be installed. These moorings will then anchor the competition boat and drop off boat for athletes, staff and media.

Two transfer boats with a capacity of up to 6 people per boat will be permanently available to ferry competitors, judges and staff from shore to the competition location (5 minutes boat ride) and also one additional boat will be permanently next to the competition boat for the exclusive use of emergency Evacuation & Rescue.

SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS

✓ 1 Competition Boat equipped with counter-ballast system ✓ 3 Experienced, trained safety divers per competition line with 1 UW scooter✓ 1 Fully Equipped Medical Rescue boat with first aid crew and Doctor provided by Komanetsi Rescue Team✓ 1 Fast evacuation boat capable of making the beach in 3 mins✓ 1 Fully equipped ambulance on standby on the beach with 10 minute drive to medical center✓ 1 High resolution sonar per competition line


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PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE

ATHLETE’S FEES

Sunday 14 October Registration day - Training day Opening Ceremony Monday 15 October Training day Tuesday 16 October Competition day 1 Wednesday 17 October Training day Thursday 18 October Competition day 2Friday 19 OctoberTraining daySaturday 20 OctoberCompetition day 3 Award & Closing Ceremony Sunday 21 October Departure day

* Schedule provided might change according to weather conditions and/or safety reasons.


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Photo credit: Daan Verhoeven

EARLY BIRD PRICE (Booking deadline until 15th September 2018)

€300 for 4 days training + 3 days competition €30 for use of Oxygen (for the whole week)

STANDARD PRICE (Bookings made on 16th September 2018 or later)

€350 for 4 days training + 3 days competition €30 for use of Oxygen (for the whole week)

EXTRA TRAINING SESSIONS Athletes who would like extra training sessions before or after the official week of the competition can contact us beforehand to make arrangements.

Cameras will be available to film the event according to the official rules and regulations of AIDA. There will be several surface cameras as well as one bottom plate camera for the competition line.

Freediver videographers and photographers will also be covering the competition and local media will be invited to film the competition.

The competition will be broadcasted online on social media.

World famous freediving photographer/videographer Daan Verhoeven will be on location documenting the competition and photos and videos will be uploaded to social media and freediving websites on a daily basis.

CAMERAS & FILMING


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WEATHER CONDITIONS

Sunny warm weatherTemperature: Day: 30-35oC | Night: 20-25oC

WATER CONDITIONS

visibility reaches -40mWater Temperature: Surface: 26oC | -50m: 23oC

In the area of the competition there are reportedly no undercurrents.

Around 10-15 International and local athletes will participate in the competition and so far athletes have registered from Austria, Finland, UK, Japan, Israel and Cyprus. Some of these athletes are ranked as National Record Holders in their residing countries including our very own Cypriot athlete Maria Sitti who owns the women’s National Records in FIM and CWT at a depth of -48m.

It is important to note that most of the athletes will be staying in Cyprus for a longer period to train and attempt to break national records during the competition.


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During the Training and Competition days the boat pick-up location will be at Psarolimano Marina.The dive site for the competition is 1 km from shore, located in front of our beach hotel headquarters and within 3 minutes by boat.

LOCATION FROM ACCOMMODATION TO BOAT PICK UP SPOT


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Psarolimano MarinaBoat pick-up spot

Psarolimano MarinaBoat pick-up spot

PHOTOS FROM OUR PREvIOUS COMPETITION 2017


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Photo credits: Daan Verhoeven, Costas Constantinou

Tel.: +357 99752937Skype: Infinity Freediving Cyprus

Email: [email protected]

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