SDI Underwater Navigation Diver
Ever surfaced far from where you started? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly what the SDI Underwater Navigation course is here to fix. Learning to navigate underwater not only boosts your confidence but also makes your dives safer and more efficient. In this course, you’ll master the use of compasses, natural landmarks, and practical navigation patterns. Whether you’re diving a reef or a wreck, knowing how to find your way makes all the difference.
What you can expect to learn:
The SDI Underwater Navigation course teaches you to confidently find your way beneath the surface using both natural references and a compass. You’ll explore:
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Reading underwater environments: light, currents, and contours
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Using analog and digital compasses
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Estimating distance with kick cycles and timing
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Navigation patterns like squares and triangles
Skills You’ll Practice
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Equipment setup and dive planning
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Surface and underwater compass use
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Real-world navigation drills
What’s in it for you?
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in diving activities without direct supervision of the SDI Instructor* so long as the following limits are adhered to:
- The diving activities approximate those of training
- The areas of activities approximate those of training
- Environmental conditions approximate those of training
*Note: Junior divers (ages 10-14) must participate in underwater navigation diving activities with a parent, guardian, or dive professional.
Also, the SDI Underwater Navigation Diver certification counts towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver Development program.
Course Duration
The minimum course duration for the underwater navigation diver course consists of two open water dives.
Extra training
If the course cannot be completed within the dives planned and further training is deemed necessary we offer additional training. The costs for this are €150,- per extra day of training.
Course prerequisites
- Minimum age of 10 years old (10 through 17 years with parental consent)
- SDI Open Water Scuba Diver, SDI Junior Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent
Minimum completion requirements
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