ADVANCED
This hands-on course focuses on gaining experience and developing your skills through five different adventure dives,
each designed to introduce you to a new diving specialty.
Two of these dives are mandatory and fundamental, while
the other three can be chosen based on your interests!The 5 Dives of Your Advanced Adventure:Deep Diving (Required):
Learn the key considerations and techniques for diving
safely at greater depths (generally up to
30 meters / 100 feet). You will understand the effects of pressure,
air management, and deep dive planning.Underwater Navigation (Required):
Master the art of navigating underwater using a compass and
natural landmarks. You’ll develop essential skills for
planning and executing underwater routes, making your explorations
more efficient and independent. Choose 3 adventure dives from the following (non-exhaustive list, subject to change):Night Diving:
Discover the magic of the underwater world after sunset.
Learn how to communicate and navigate using a dive light, and
observe nocturnal marine life, which is often very different from that seen
during the day.Wreck Diving:
Explore the mysteries and history of shipwrecks. You’ll learn
exploration techniques, safety considerations, and the importance
of preserving these fascinating sites.Peak Performance Buoyancy:
Perfect your buoyancy control for a smoother dive,
reduced air consumption, and better protection of
corals. It’s the key to an elegant and respectful dive.Fish Identification:
Improve your knowledge of marine life. Learn to recognize
different species of fish and their behavior, thereby enriching
every dive.Drift Diving:
Discover the thrill of letting the current carry you along. You
will learn planning and communication techniques for
drift dives.Underwater Photography or Videography:
Capture the beauty of the underwater world. Learn the basics of
composition, lighting, and settings to create memorable images and
videos.Prerequisites:Be certified as an Open Water Diver (or hold an equivalent certification from another diving organization).Be at least 12 years old (with certain restrictions for 12- to 14-year-olds, such as maximum depth).Be medically fit for diving.What’s included (generally):Digital educational materials or course books.5 adventure dives supervised by a certified instructor.Rental of essential diving equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkel).Advanced Open Water Diver certification upon successful completion of the course.Why take this course?The
Advanced Open Water Diver course will give you the confidence and
skills you need to explore a wider variety of
dive sites. You’ll become a more independent diver, capable of
safely planning and executing more complex dives.
This is the perfect step toward turning your passion for diving into
a real adventure!
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