Additional information
| Certifying Agency | PADI, SSI |
|---|---|
| Class Types | Private, Touch / e-Learning, Regular / Group, Semi-Private |
Back to Scuba Classes
Advanced Wreck Diver Class
$325.00 – $500.00
Whether purpose-sunk as an artificial reef for scuba divers, or lost as the result of an accident or weather, wrecks are fascinating. Most divers find wreck diving irresistible because not only do you get to explore a little piece of the past, but it opens up new and exciting avenues of discovery. On top of being able to dive into history, wrecks are also artificial reefs teeming with life. Aquatic creatures thrive in the nooks and crannies made available by the sunken vessel.
The Advanced Wreck Diver Specialty course is popular because it offers rewarding adventures while observing responsible wreck diving practices, teaching you wreck penetration skills. We recommend using redundant gas supplies such as sidemount, backmount doubles during this course . If you are at least 15 years old and have earned an Adventure Diver or higher certification, you can enroll in the Wreck Diver Specialty course.
Academics:
During knowledge development sessions and three training dives, you will practice:
- How to get background info on wrecks,
- What equipment is required for wreck diving,
- Safety consideration with regards to wreck diving,
- How to prepare for a wreck dive,
- Surveying and mapping a wreck,
- How to perform penetration on the wreck with penetration lines and reels,
- Techniques for minimal disturbance to the surrounding site,
- Limited-visibility diving techniques and emergency procedures.
After purchasing this course, don’t forget to come by to pick up your course materials before class! There are knowledge reviews to complete before class, and as a class participant you have a 10% gear discount to use towards the purchase of your redundant dive lights, wrist slate finger spool / DSMB and line cutter / knife (and any other gear that your heart desires).
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.
Related products
Peak Performance Buoyancy Diver Class
The Peak Performance Buoyancy / Perfect Buoyancy specialty is the best way to improve your buoyancy and get the most from every dive. Buoyancy is an essential dive skill, but any diver will tell you it takes time to perfect. The Peak Performance Buoyancy / Perfect Buoyancy specialty will teach you advanced buoyancy skills and techniques, so you can master your buoyancy more quickly and enjoy more relaxed dive adventures. In this fascinating program, you will also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in every diving situation. Upon completion, you will earn the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy or SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. With better buoyancy skills, you will soon be able to hover with ease and take the underwater photographs you dream of!
After purchasing this course, don't forget to come by to pick up your course materials before class! There are knowledge reviews to complete before class, and as a class participant you have a 10% gear discount to use towards the purchase of your dive lights, DSMB, slate and line cutter / knife (and any other gear that your heart desires).
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.
EFR Primary and Secondary Care Instructor Course
During the Emergency First Response Instructor course, you will build on your skill as an Emergency Responder and focus on developing your instructional abilities to teach these skills to others. The Instructor course provides you with the additional training necessary to teach the Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR), Secondary Care (First Aid), Care for Children, CPR & AED courses (region-specific workplace courses may require additional training). Through a multi-media approach of independent study, classroom sessions and practical teaching assignments, you learn to conduct Emergency First Response courses.
The instructor course covers specific goals and performance requirements for the Primary Care, Secondary Care, Care for Children and CPR & AED courses, along with instruction on how to structure learning, the requirements of performance-based training, and your role as the instructor in the learning environment. You also learn how to motivate students, evaluate student knowledge, present course content effectively, become proficient in developing students’ hands-on skills practice sessions, and are taught how to present an effective scenario-based learning experience. You’ll also receive information helpful in marketing your EFR business.
Prerequisites:
To enter the Emergency First Response Instructor course, you must be 18 years old and have completed CPR and first aid training in the past 24 months or a be a practicing medical professional such as a physician, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic or Registered Nurse.
Equipment Specialist Class
Don't miss a dive due to minor issues with your scuba diving equipment. Whether it's a missing o-ring, wetsuit tear or a broken fin strap, our PADI Equipment Specialist / SSI Equipment Technique courses teach you how to manage basic repairs and adjustments. You will learn how your gear works, making you more comfortable with it and better prepared to take care of your investment.
If you are at least 10 years old and certified as a (Junior) Scuba Diver or higher, you can enroll in the Equipment Specialist course.
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.
Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver Class
In the Nitrox / Enriched Air Diver class, you are taught the procedures to dive EAnx up to 40% safely and responsibly.
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.