SDI Wreck Diver
Wreck diving is a thrilling way to explore underwater history, allowing divers the chance to investigate sunken ships, airplanes, and even vehicles that often become artificial reefs teeming with marine life. Whether purpose-sunk or lost accidentally, each wreck tells a story. The Wreck Diver course equips divers with the knowledge and skills needed to safely enjoy these fascinating sites while observing responsible wreck diving practices.
Who this course is for:
Individuals who wish to know more about the wreck diving including:
- Researching wrecks
- Mapping wrecks
- Proper use of lines while wreck diving
- Exploring underwater history
What you can expect to learn:
The wreck diver course covers the following topics and more:
- Why wreck dive?
- Surface supports
- Buddy system
- Buddy contact
- Navigation/charting
- Disorientation
- Special equipment
- Limited visibility diving
- Life lines and reels
- Special emergency procedures
- Mapping the wreck
What’s in it for you?
Upon successful completion of this course graduates may:
- Dive wrecks that are similar to the type of wrecks they were exposed to during training
- Plan and execute a wreck dive
Also, the SDI Wreck Diver certification counts towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver Development Program.
Course Duration
The course duration for the full wreck course including penetration is 3 open water dives.
If no wreck penetration is wanted the course can be completed in 2 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 15 years old (15 through 17 years with parental consent)
- Minimum age 10 with parental consent for a non-penetration course
- SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent.
- Divers must have a deep diver specialty certification or be able to provide proof of experience in order to dive deeper than 18 metres/60 feet in this course
Minimum completion requirements
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