If you're eager to dive in, here's what you need to know! This course welcomes divers who meet these criteria:

• Age 15 and above
• Certified as a PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
• Able to answer "NO" to all questions on the standard Medical History Form, or have a physician's approval before starting the class.

Ready to take the plunge? 🌊🐠

Course Overview

Ready to dive into the world of sidemount diving? This course has everything you need to become a pro:

Here's what you'll experience:

• Self-Study: Learn the theory at your own pace.
• Classroom and Gear Setup Session: Get hands-on with your gear before hitting the water.
• Pool Training Dive: Practice in a safe, controlled environment.
• Three Open Water Dives: Put your skills to the test in real-world conditions.

What you'll learn:

• Equipment Assembly and Configuration: Master the setup of sidemount scuba diving gear.
• Perfect Your Balance: Learn how to trim your weight system and gear for optimal buoyancy.
• Gas Management: Practice switching second stages if you're using two cylinders.
• Safety Skills: Prepare to handle any potential issues that might arise during sidemount dives.

Excited to explore the depths with sidemount diving? Let's get started! 🌊🐠

Location:

• Self-Study: Dive into the theory from the comfort of your own home.
• Classroom and Pool Activities: Join us at Squalo Divers, and enjoy our heated swimming pool.
• Open Water Dives: Take your pick from over 50 amazing dive sites.

Schedule:

• PADI Sidemount Classes: Begin anytime.
• Classroom and Pool Sessions: Held during our regular store hours.
• Open Water Training Dives: Available any day of the week.

All activities are by appointment only, so you can plan your sessions to suit your schedule. Excited to dive in? 🌊🐠

Course Fee Covers:

• All Instruction: Comprehensive learning from our experienced instructors.
• Pool Session: Practice sessions in our heated swimming pool.
• Three Open Water Training Dives: Get real-world diving experience.
• Use of Air Tanks and Weights: We provide the essential gear.
• Certification Card Processing: Your official recognition as a certified diver.

Student Responsibilities:

• Equipment: Bring all necessary scuba equipment as listed.
• Transportation: Handle your own transport to and from all dive/training sites.
• Food and Drinks: Ensure you have enough sustenance for your training sessions.

Ready to dive into an amazing underwater adventure? 🌊🐠

Student-Supplied Equipment:

• Scuba Mask and Fins *+
• Sidemount Buoyancy Control Device (BCD) *+
• Sidemount Regulators *+
• Wetsuit *+
• Dive Watch or Dive Computer *+
• Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) +
• Cutting Tool (Knife, Scissors, etc.) +
• Reel or Finger Spool +
• Bathing Suit and Towel

Note:

• *Items available for rent at Squalo Divers.
• +Items available for purchase at Squalo Divers.

Get your gear ready and dive into an amazing experience with us! 🌊🐠