PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty
Take your diving to the next level with the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course!
Highlights
- Level: Specialty Courses
- Duration: 2–3 days
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Number of dives: 3 dives
Course Details
Take your diving to the next level with the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course! This course teaches you the techniques and skills needed to dive with tanks mounted on your sides, rather than your back. Sidemount diving provides greater flexibility, improved buoyancy control, and easier access to your equipment, making it a popular choice for cave and wreck divers, as well as those looking for a more comfortable and streamlined diving experience.
Who should take this course?
If you’re a PADI Open Water Diver who is at least 15 years old, you can enroll in a PADI Sidemount Diver course.
Duration:
Typically 2–3 days
Academics:
Learn the benefits of sidemount diving, the proper setup and configuration of sidemount equipment, and techniques for managing your tanks, buoyancy, and trim. You’ll also practice gas management and emergency procedures, ensuring you're fully equipped for both recreational and technical dives.
Equipment:
Specialized sidemount gear is provided, including sidemount BCDs, harnesses, tanks, and regulators. You may also need additional equipment like dive computers or lights.
Course Prices
- Price: 290.00 €
- Certification Fee: 80.00 €