PADI ENRICHED AIR DIVER
By diving with enriched air rather than standard air you can extend your no decompression limits. This means more time underwater. For example, if you dive to15 metres/50 feet on air, your no decompression limit is 80 minutes. But, diving onEANx36 gets you 220 minutes of no decompression time - an increase of 140 minutes. Plus, the Enriched Air Diver course is the only course that allows students to been rolled in another course simultaneously. In other words a student enrolled in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course, for example, can also take the PADI Enriched Air Diver Course at the same time.
The enriched air Diver course you can combine with all other courses except Open water.
What do I need to start?
- A current PADI Open Water Student (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 15 years
- With three new options to get started, it's never been easier. Plus, any of the dives below may count towards your full Enriched Air Diver Certification
- Option 1 - Dive 4 of your open Water Diver Course
- Option 2 - An elective dive on your Adventures in Diving Course
- Option 3 - Dive (Enriched Air) today. Available to Open Water Divers and above
What will I do?
The PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty certification emphasizes the theoretical and operational considerations involved with enriched air diving.How long will it take?
- Minimum Open Water Training: two dives over one day
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 2 Boat Dives Book, Table and Certification.
PADI EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE (NON DIVING SPECIALITY)
Emergency First Response gives you the tools you need to perform CPR and First Aid. Whether you're a diver or a non-diver, Emergency First Response prepares you to properly handle potentially life-threatening situations.
What do I need to start?
- No dive certification required
- No minimum age limit
What will I do?
This comprehensive program is composed of two core modules that can be taught in tandem or as stand-alone courses: Emergency First Response - Primary Care and Emergency First Response - Secondary Care. Together, these courses proved extensive instruction in CPR and First Aid, as well as providing optional (yet recommended) Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Emergency Oxygen sections.How long will it take?
Depending on the amount of home study, the Primary and Secondary courses maybe completed in as little as four hours.What is included in the course?
- Participant Pack, which includes manual, binder
- Theory and Certification
PADI BOAT DIVER
Through the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course, you can learn the techniques and procedures for diving from different types of boats. The more boats you're diving from, the more diving you're doing.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
As part of your PADI Boat Diver Specialty course, you'll learn about:- Boat diving planning, organization, procedures, techniques, problems and hazards
- Proper boat diving etiquette, including equipment storage and conduct
- Common boat terminology
- Specific and local boat diving laws and ordinances
- Overview of emergency and safety equipment needed on- private dive boats
How long will it take?
- Minimum Open Water Training: two dives over one day
What is included in the course?
- Theory Session
- Included Tank& Weights, Theory, 2 Boat Dives and Certification.
PADI WRECK DIVER
The lure of exploring sunken vessels, airplanes and automobiles is something most divers can't resist. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course introduces you to wreck diving and helps you develop the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and fun wreck diving.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Adventure Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 15 years old
What will I do?
Information contained in your wreck diver program includes:- The planning, organization, procedures, techniques, problems and hazards of wreck diving
- The preparation and use of lights, air supplies, special equipment, penetration lines and reels
- Limited-visibility diving techniques and emergency procedures
How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 24
- Minimum Open Water Training: four dives over two days
- Note: we do not offer wreck dives every day please contact us to see on what days we can offer this course.
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 4 Dives and Certification.
PADI DEEP DIVER
The Deep Diver Specialty course offers you the opportunity of a lifetime - going deep to see thing others can only dream about.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Adventure Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 15 years old
What will I do?
- You'll learn deep dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and hazards. You'll also put this knowledge to the test as you go on four open water dives that range from 18 - 40 meters / 60 - 130 feet.
How long will it take?
- Minimum Open Water Training: four dives over two days
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 4 Open Water Dives and Certification.
PADI MULTILEVEL DIVER
Since there's so much to see underwater you'll want to make the most of your stay. The PADI Multilevel Diver Specialty course tells you how by introducing you to the many varieties of multilevel diving.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
You'll learn what multilevel diving is and why you want to plan for multilevel dives. You'll also get to see the various types of multilevel dive calculators (including the Recreational Dive Planner, Wheel version and dive computers), as well as learn about multilevel dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques, and potential problems.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 12
- Minimum Open Water Training: two dives over one day
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 2 dives and Certification.
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PROJECT AWARE SPECIALTIY COURSE (NON DIVING SPECIALITY)
If you want to learn about the plight of worldwide aquatic ecosystems and how you can protect them, this Specialty course is for you. This non-diving Specialty course may also be conducted in conjunction with other PADI Specialty Diver courses.
What do I need to start?
- No dive certification required
- No minimum age limit
What will I do?
You'll learn about aquatic ecosystem degradation and the conservation measures protecting aquatic resources. This includes:- The Project AWARE philosophy
- The importance and interdependence of worldwide aquatic ecosystems
- Current issues regarding fisheries, coastal zone management and marine pollution
- The status of several critically degraded marine environments
- How you can help
How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: four
What is included in the course?
- Included Theory and Certification.
PADI DRIFT DIVER
Drift Diving is effortless and relaxing because you simply glide with the current and feel the rush of flying underwater. But, with this type of diving come special procedures that you need to know so you can maximize your fun underwater.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
During your PADI Drift Diver certification course, you'll learn about drift dive planning, organization, techniques and potential hazards, as well as special equipment and procedures like buoyancy. But it's not all theory because you'll go on two open water dives where you can put your new knowledge into action.How long will it take?
- Minimum Open Water Training: as little as one day
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 2 Dives and Certification.
PADI NIGHT DIVER
When you go night diving you'll see a whole new world. Even your local dive site takes on a new personality at night, as many underwater creatures and plant life (different from those you see during the day) are active at night.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
You'll learn night dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also learn how to control your buoyancy, navigate and communicate at night. Since many of the plants and animals you'll see are different, you'll also get an introduction to nocturnal aquatic life.How long will it take?
- Minimum Open Water Training: three dives
- Note: we do not offer a night dive every night please contact us to see if we can offer this specialty in the time you are staying here on the sunny island of Curacao.
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights, dive light, Theory, 3 Dives and Certification.
PEAK PERFORMANCE BUOYANCY
If you want to fine-tune your buoyancy and soar over reefs, extend bottom time by reducing air consumption and prolong the life of your dive equipment, the Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course is for you.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
During your Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course, you'll use PADI's Basic Weighting Guidelines to determine the correct amount of weight. Then you'll practice the fundamentals of peak performance buoyancy during two open water dives, including the buoyancy check, fine-tuning buoyancy underwater, weight positioning for trim, streamlining and visualization.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: five
- Minimum Open Water Training: two dives over one day
What is included in your course?
- Included Tank & Weights Theory, 2 dives and Certification.
UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER
The PADI Underwater Photographer Specialty course can help you learn how to take your fist underwater photographs or fine tune your existing skills to produce photographs that will stun your friends.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
You'll learn the basics of underwater photography such as composition, film type and camera handling, with special emphasis on practical techniques. You'll learn underwater photography dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also learn how to care for and maintain your camera equipment.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 12
- Minimum Open Water Training: two dives over one day
What is included in the course
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 2 dives and Certification.
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UNDERWATER NATURALIST
If you're interested in aquatic life then the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course is for you. This course is an introduction to the underwater aquatic environment and will help develop safe and responsible aquatic life interaction techniques.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
During your PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course, you'll learn underwater naturalist dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also get an overview of the major aquatic life groupings, interactions and factual information that dispels negative myths. You'll put this information into practice during your two open water dives.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 12
- Minimum Open Water Training: two open water dives over one
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 2 dives and Certification.
UNDERATER NAVIGATOR
When you're underwater, knowing where you are and where you're going comes in handy, especially if you're looking for that beautiful reef that you've heard all about. The PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty course will help you become a pro at finding your way underwater.
hat do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certified (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
During your PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty course, you'll learn underwater navigation dive procedures, techniques, planning, organization and potential problems. You'll also be introduced to natural navigation, underwater patterns, distance estimation and further your compass navigation skills. You'll put these into practice during your three open water dives.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 12
- Minimum Open Water Training: three dives over one day
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank & Weights Theory, 3 dives and Certification.
SEARCH AND RECOVERY DIVER
Have you ever dropped something in the water? Are you looking for lost treasure? The PADI Search and Recovery Diver Specialty course will teach you effective ways to find objects underwater and bring them to the surface.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization) OR
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver AND PADI Underwater Navigation certifications (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
You'll learn search and recovery dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also cover limited visibility, search patterns and safe object recovery using lift devices.How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 24 hours
- Minimum Open Water Training: four dives over two days
What is included in the course?
- Included Tank& Weights Theory, 4 dives and Certification.
EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (NON DIVING SPECIALITY)
Whether it's a regulator problem, a wet suit tear or a broken mask strap, the Equipment Specialist course can help. This Specialty course prepares you for the basic equipment maintenance, care and adjustments you'll encounter every day. In addition, you'll get the valuable background on equipment repair and purchase, making you better able to protect your investment.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Scuba Diver, Junior Scuba Diver, PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years
What will I do?
During your PADI Equipment Specialist program, you'll familiarize yourself with the operation and maintenance of your personal equipment. Your instructor might also provide the opportunity to review new or unfamiliar dive equipment.The program is not an equipment repair program but it does give you:
- Theory, principles and operation of dive equipment
- Routine recommended care and maintenance procedures
- Common problems with equipment and recommended professional maintenance procedures
- Simple suggestions for comfortable equipment configurations and an introduction to new equipment
How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: six
What is included in the course?
- Theory Session and Certification
MASTER SCUBA DIVER CERTIFICATION
This certification denotes that you've reached the highest recreational diver level in the PADI System of diver education. PADI Master Scuba Diver indicates you have a significant amount of training and experience in a variety of dive environments.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- PADI Rescue Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- 50 logged dives
- Five PADI Specialty course certifications
- Minimum age: 15 years old (12 for Junior Master Scuba Diver)