The SDI Sidemount Diver course is a valuable option for divers seeking to enhance their skills and expand their diving horizons. It introduces the sidemount configuration, which offers benefits like a more streamlined profile, easier trim, and the ability to carry gear for longer distances. Sidemount allows for diving in confined spaces and improves access to valves. It also offers advantages for divers with limited mobility, those who want to take some weight off their back, or those who prefer a more manageable gear setup.
During the course, we will take you on a minimum of two dives and cover skills such as:
- Equipment considerations
- Gas management
- Attaching cylinders
- Trim and Buoyancy
- Different water entries
Who this course is for:
Individuals who wish to expand their diving knowledge and extend their time under the water with additional breath gas, not to mention that the sidemount configuration takes pressure and weight off your back compared to the standard scuba diving configuration. Also, this course is a great starter course for those who are looking for a more streamlined configuration and are considering progressing on to a more technically oriented diving program.
Course prerequisites:
- SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent
- Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent.
What’s in it for you?
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in sidemount diving activities without direct supervision, provided the following limits are adhered to:
- Safety stops as appropriate
- Planned dives do not exceed diver’s current certification level
Also, the SDI Sidemount Diver certification counts towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver Development program.
