The Blue Water Boat Diver Program

Why take this course?

Through the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course, you can learn the techniques and procedures for diving from different types of boats. The more boats you're diving from, the more diving you're doing.

What do I need to start?

• PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
• Minimum age: 10 years old

What will I do?

As part of your PADI Boat Diver Specialty course, you'll learn about:

• Boat diving planning, organization, procedures, techniques, problems and hazards
• Proper boat diving etiquette, including equipment storage and conduct
• Common boat terminology
• Specific and local boat diving laws and ordinances
• Overview of emergency and safety equipment needed on- private dive boats

How long will it take?

• Two dives.

Where can I go from here?

The Boat Adventure Dive from the Adventures In Diving program may credit toward this Specialty course at the instructor's discretion. This Specialty course can also be one of the five Specialty certifications necessary for your Master Scuba Diver certification.

Course Dates

This course can be taken on any of our Blue Water Scuba Group Trips.

Course Fee

There is a $25 per dive fee plus an additional $30.00 PADI Certification Card administrative fee (includes your picture)

Includes: All instruction, use of tanks and weights
Does Not Include: Scuba Equipment (BCD, Regulator, Gauges, Exposure Suit). These items may be rented.