The freediver descends by pulling along vertical line, without using fins. The movement is more efficient than constant weight, but the action involves a smaller muscle group (mainly the arms), and so they can tire more quickly.
In short: pulling down and back up a rope
AIDA Records
| Category | Depth (m) | Person |
|---|---|---|
| UK Men | 102 | Mike Board |
| UK Women | 81 | Sara Campbell |
| World Men | 125 | Alexey Molchanov (Russia) |
| World Women | 97 | Sayuri Kinoshita (Japan) |