Name: TDI Sidemount Course
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Price: 999.0 AUD
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$999.00

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Standard course (3 -4 students)

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The TDI Sidemount Diver course is designed for divers who want to explore the benefits and versatility of sidemount diving. This course provides comprehensive training in the use of sidemount configuration, which offers improved streamlining, ease of access to equipment, and enhanced maneuverability. Sidemount diving is popular among technical divers for extended range dives and cave exploration, but it also offers advantages for recreational divers. This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their diving skills and experience a new and flexible approach to equipment configuration.

Course Structure:

Knowledge Development: Start with classroom sessions where you'll learn the principles of sidemount diving, including equipment configuration, gas management, buoyancy control, and dive planning. You'll gain a thorough understanding of the advantages and considerations of diving with a sidemount system.
Practical Skills Development: Over two days, you'll engage in confined water and open water sessions, where you will set up and fine-tune your sidemount rig, practice equipment handling, and master buoyancy and trim techniques specific to sidemount diving.

Course Highlights:

Sidemount Equipment Configuration: Learn how to properly set up and adjust sidemount diving gear, including harness, BCD, and tank mounting. Understand the benefits of sidemount configuration for both recreational and technical diving.
Buoyancy and Trim Techniques: Develop precise buoyancy control and trim, which are essential for maintaining streamlining and efficient movement underwater.
Gas Management: Master gas management techniques specific to sidemount diving, including monitoring and switching between tanks.
Problem Solving and Emergency Procedures: Gain skills in handling potential issues such as equipment malfunctions, gas sharing, and out-of-air situations while diving in sidemount configuration.
Dive Planning: Learn to plan and execute dives using sidemount gear, taking into account factors such as gas consumption, dive site characteristics, and team dynamics.

Course Requirements:

Minimum Age: 18 years old.
Certification Prerequisite: Open Water Diver certification or equivalent.
Health Requirements: Ability to meet the medical requirements for scuba diving.
Experience: A recommended minimum of 20 logged dives.

Course Duration:

Total Duration: 2 full days, including classroom instruction and practical training sessions.

Course Price Includes:

Course Materials (online E-learning) & Registration Fees
Classroom and Knowledge Development Sessions
Three Open Water Training Dives
Instructor Fees
Tank rental (if needed)
Gas Fills
Insurance
Worldwide recognized TDI Sidemount Diver Certification E-Card
Buy Sidemount gear from us receive a further $100 off of your Sidemount course (enter discount code while checkout)

Course Dates (2024):

Upon successful completion of the TDI Sidemount Diver course, you will be certified to dive using a sidemount configuration. This certification expands your diving capabilities, offering greater flexibility, comfort, and access to more challenging dive environments. Whether you're interested in technical diving, cave exploration, or simply enhancing your recreational diving experience, the TDI Sidemount Diver course provides the skills and confidence to dive sidemount safely and effectively. Discover the freedom of sidemount diving and expand your underwater horizons today!

Free shipping within Australia for orders over $199*.

Due to the unique nature of dive gear, we are unable to accept returns unless there is a manufacturer defect. However, we are committed to ensuring the accuracy of your order and will do our utmost to guarantee your satisfaction.

*weights and tanks excluded.

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