Self Reliant Diver
An experienced diver may want or need to make dives without a partner.
Availability: Contact us for booking information
With proper training, equipment and the right attitude to accept the risks involved in independent diving, an experienced diver can responsibly engage in dives without a buddy. Self-reliant diving is an adventure activity that is not for everyone, but does have its place. If you have the mental discipline and commitment to learn and follow self-reliant diving techniques, you'll bolster your skills and confidence when diving alone, in a dive pair or as part of a team.
Details:
- Must be at least 18yrs old to participate.
- Must hold a minimum of PADI Advanced Open Water Certification (or equivalent from another agency).
- Must complete an in water skills assesment before being accepted into the course.
Over the course duration you'll learn:
- How to compensate for situations you would normally handle with a buddy is the focus of the Self-Reliant Diver course.
- How to conduct proper dive planning using air consumption rate calculations, life support system redundancy, and independent management of dive emergencies.
You'll perform 3 self-reliant dives and learn:
- How to perform an air consumption rate swim to gather information for later calculation.
- How to switch to a redundant air supply system during simulated emergency situations.
- How to swim without a mask.
- How to navigate to various points, including your exit.
- How to use a DSMB.
Duration: 2 Days
Cost: $375
The course cost includes the eLearning, Tanks & Weights, all course tuition, and your certification fees and eCard. Students engaging in this course should have outfitted themselves with an appropriate scuba kit that will be assessed by their instructional staff. This course also does not include personal gear consisting of scuba rated mask, snorkel, boots and fins. All Students receive 10% off gear purchased in the shop and includes a personal fitting.
Call us for scheduling (480) 625-0591