PADI Sidemount Specialty Course

The PADI Sidemount Specialty Course introduces you to the unique benefits of sidemount diving, where tanks are mounted on your sides instead of your back. This configuration enhances your maneuverability, streamlines your profile, and provides greater flexibility, making it ideal for exploring tight spaces or for improved balance and comfort. Learn the techniques for equipment setup, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures to elevate your diving skills and experience new underwater adventures with ease.

PADI Sidemount Specialty Course
Revolutionize Your Diving Experience

Prerequisites

Students must have their PADI Open Water completed (or a comparable certification from a another recognised dive organisation)

You must be 15 years of age.

Confidence in the water and good physical health

Any health conditions must be highlighted to your dive instructor prior to entering the water

Structure

Introduction to Sidemount Diving

Equipment Configuration

Dive Planning & Gas Managements

Confined Water Training

Open Water Dives

Dive 1 - Skill Refinement

Dive 2 - Exploration Dive

Dive 3 - Advanced Skills

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn the PADI Sidemount Diver certification. This specialty certification enhances your diving credentials and prepares you for more advanced diving adventures. It’s also a great stepping stone for those interested in technical diving or exploring challenging underwater environments.

Personalized Equipment Fitting

As part of the PADI Sidemount Specialty Course, we provide personalized assistance in selecting and fitting the right equipment. Our experienced instructors will work with you to ensure your sidemount gear is perfectly suited to your needs and adjusted for maximum comfort and performance. This personalized fitting service helps you get the most out of your diving experience, ensuring you’re fully prepared for your underwater adventures.

What are the benefits of sidemount diving?

Sidemount diving offers greater flexibility and maneuverability, particularly in tight spaces. It also provides better weight distribution, reducing strain on your back and allowing for easier access to your tanks for checks and adjustments.

PADI Sidemount Specialty Course