The PADI Deep Diver course equips divers with the skills and knowledge necessary to safely and confidently extend their maximum depth limit to 40m/130ft. It includes 4 dives under the expert guidance of a PADI Professional, during which divers learn to manage their gas supply, deal with gas narcosis, handle potential equipment issues and navigate in deeper water. They also learn about the physiological effects of deeper scuba diving. This course not only enhances diving skills but also opens up a whole new world of underwater exploration possibilities.

The PADI Wreck Diver course invites certified divers into the fascinating world of sunken shipwrecks, aircraft and other structures that have become underwater museums. Over the course of 4 dives, divers learn the skills of exploring wrecks, including mapping, navigating around and inside wrecks and using specialized equipment such as lights, penetration lines and reels. Training also covers responsible wreck diving practices to protect these historical and ecological treasures. Safety is a primary focus, with instruction in techniques to avoid common hazards and manage potential risks. Upon completion, divers are equipped with the skills to explore wrecks safely and responsibly, while appreciating their historical and ecological significance.

The PADI Enriched Air Diver course, also known as the Nitrox course, is a popular specialty diving course that teaches certified divers how to use enriched air nitrox, a gas mixture that contains a higher oxygen and lower nitrogen ratio than atmospheric air. The benefit of using enriched air is that it allows longer bottom times and shorter surface intervals, thereby extending the ability to explore underwater. In this course, divers learn to manage oxygen exposure, analyze the oxygen content in their scuba tank and set their dive computer for diving with enriched air. This course enhances safety, extends dive times and broadens a diver's understanding of technical aspects of scuba diving.

The PADI Dry Suit Diver course offers divers the chance to explore cooler waters with proper insulation techniques, extending their diving season and destinations. This course is designed to educate divers on the advantages of dry suit diving, focusing on different types of dry suits, their features and care techniques. Divers learn about the buoyancy control skills specific to dry suit diving, safety checks, underwater mobility techniques and how to handle potential problems related to dry suit diving. By mastering the use of a dry suit, divers can comfortably explore underwater environments that were previously off-limits due to lower temperatures, unveiling a myriad of new diving adventures.

The PADI Night Diver course is a specialized diving training program that equips divers with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct dives during the night safely and efficiently. It provides a unique perspective on the underwater world, revealing the nocturnal life of marine creatures that typically hide during the day. In the course, participants learn about light handling and communication, entering and exiting the water in the dark, as well as navigation in low-light conditions. Upon completion, divers gain a better understanding and a new appreciation of the aquatic environment after sunset.

The PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course is a vital training module that focuses on improving a diver's buoyancy control. It's designed to boost the diver's swimming efficiency, reduce their effort and minimize the potential environmental impact by preventing accidental contact with the underwater ecosystem. In this course, divers learn how to fine-tune their buoyancy and streamline their equipment, enabling smoother, more controlled diving. Mastering these skills contributes to less air consumption, longer dives and an overall enhanced diving experience.

The PADI Search and Recovery Diver course is a comprehensive program aimed at training divers in efficient search and safe recovery of lost objects underwater. This course presents an engaging challenge as it combines aspects of problem-solving, navigation and practical application of physics in the aquatic world. Throughout the course, participants will learn techniques to locate a variety of object sizes, methods to lift them to the surface safely and procedures to manage potential risks associated with search and recovery. Ultimately, this course not only enhances divers' skillset, but also prepares them to respond effectively to potential lost-item scenarios.

The PADI Underwater Navigator course is a specialized training program that equips divers with the skills to accurately navigate underwater. The ability to navigate effectively is pivotal for divers to return safely to a specific location or find their way back to the surface or boat. This course covers various navigation techniques, like compass navigation and natural navigation and practices methods to estimate distance underwater. Participants also learn how to mark or relocate a submerged object or position from the surface. Upon completion, this course significantly enhances a diver's confidence and safety underwater.

The PADI Emergency First Response course is a crucial program that educates divers on the immediate response to medical emergencies. This course is not exclusively for divers; it's equally beneficial for anyone interested in acquiring first aid and CPR skills. It encompasses primary care (CPR) to deal with life-threatening emergencies and secondary care (First Aid) to manage injuries or illnesses that are not immediately life-threatening. Participants learn specific steps and techniques for handling such emergencies, improving their readiness to help others safely and effectively. This course promotes a globally-recognized standard of care that can make a significant difference in a moment of need.

DiveBase offers the full range of PADI specialty courses. If the course that you would like to take is not specifically listed above, get in touch and we will organize it for you.