Wreck Diver
This course will discuss the equipment and techniques commonly employed while wreck diving.
Duration 1-2 days Prerequisites Open Water Diver Minimum age 18, 15 for limited penetration course with parental consent Minimum age 10 with parental consent for a non-penetration course Junior Open Water Divers may not participate in any penetration activities or dives deeper than 60ft Divers must have a deep diver specialty certification or be able to provide proof of experience in order to dive deeper than 60ft in this course Introduction Wreck diving can be one of the most exciting aspects of sport diving, however every effort must be made to maximize safe diving techniques. This course will discuss the equipment and techniques commonly employed while wreck diving. This course may be taught as a non-penetration, 2 dives required, or as a limited-penetration course, requiring 3 dives. Limited penetration is defined as a swim through or within the ambient light of entry point. Topics Covered: Motivating Statements Down Lines and Surface Supports The Buddy System Buddy Contact Navigation/Charting Disorientation Special Equipment Limited Visibility Diving Light Usage Lifelines and Reels Special Emergency Procedures Mapping the Wreck 2-3 Open Water Dives are Required for Course Graduation Optional charter add-on available for $125 **If there are no upcoming sessions available, please call or email us to schedule your course. Support your local Veteran-Owned & Operated scuba diving center in Panama City, Florida.