The lure of the deep. There is something exciting and mysterious about exploring deeper dive sites while scuba diving. Sometimes it is a wreck below 18 meters/60 feet, and on wall dives it may be a giant fan or sponge.
Whatever it is, to scuba dive with confidence at depths down to 40 meters/130 feet, divers should take the PADI Deep Diver Specialty course.
Students who have earned the PADI Adventure Diver rating or higher, and are at least 15 years old, may enroll in the Deep Diver course.
Academic
Training starts by reviewing reasons for deep diving and how important it is to know personal limits. During four deep dives with the instructor, students will go over:
Special deep diving equipment
Deep dive planning, buddy contact procedures and buoyancy control
Managing diver gas supply, dealing with gas narcosis and safety considerations
Equipment
Students will need a dive computer along with the rest of the basic scuba equipment. A dive light and slate are also recommended.
To talk with our PADI Course Director, contact Michael Casey by calling (267) 257-9782.
Students may be able to get college credit for the Deep Diver course. Ask the instructor.
Requirements
15 years old
PADI Adventure Diver
Getting Started
Get a PADI Deep Diver manual. The course is available in E Learning. Contact Michael Casey to obtain a code and to start the course.