Deep Diver (SDI)
$755.00
Includes training plus required PADI/SDI student materials and certification fees.
If you’re already certified and want to extend your comfort zone beyond 60 ft / 18 m, this course builds the judgment and procedures needed for safer deep diving. You’ll learn how depth changes gas use, narcosis risk, and decision-making, then apply disciplined planning and execution in open water. The goal is confident, controlled dives within training limits up to 130 ft / 40 m—without rushing or cutting corners.
- Level: Specialty
- Agency: SDI
- Format: Private (1 student) or Private Group (2 students)
- Typical time commitment: 1–2 days (plus online academics), depending on conditions and scheduling
- Training: Knowledge development (tables/computers, equipment, physics/physiology, emergency procedures) plus 2 open-water training dives focused on deep-dive planning, monitoring, and problem management
- Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent) and minimum age 18
- Notes: Deep sites may require a boat/charter and may involve park entry fees, travel, and rental gear; exact logistics depend on where you complete the dives
Next step: Tell us where you want to dive and your current experience level, and we’ll recommend the safest path and schedule your training—Schedule a Free Phone Chat
Course Structure
- Knowledge Development: Self-paced online academics covering deep-diving physics and physiology, gas management, narcosis awareness, equipment considerations, and emergency planning. Most students complete this over several evenings.
- Planning & Briefing Session: One-on-one or small-group session to review dive plans, gas calculations, depth limits, contingencies, and site-specific considerations.
- Open-Water Training Dives: Two open-water dives conducted at progressively greater depths, focusing on controlled descents, situational awareness, gas monitoring, ascent procedures, and problem management. Typically completed over one to two days, depending on conditions.
Gear & Materials
- Mask, snorkel, fins
- BCD, regulator, computer
- Exposure protection appropriate to conditions (wetsuit or skins as needed)
- Additional equipment may be recommended for deep dives based on conditions and dive plan
If you don’t already have gear, we’ll help you select properly fitting equipment before training begins.
What’s Included / Not Included
Included: Private or private-group instruction, SDI digital learning materials, instructor-led training sessions, and certification processing upon successful completion.
Not included (varies): Personal scuba gear (you supply your own or rent; rental availability varies by location), location or entry fees, charter boat fees (if required), travel, lodging, meals, and optional purchases.
All third-party costs are confirmed during your consult before you commit.
Requirements & Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 18
- Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
- Comfortable, controlled diving skills appropriate for deeper environments
- Completed medical questionnaire and physician sign-off if indicated
FAQ
- Is this taught privately? Yes. All training is private (1 student) or private group (2 students) for focused pacing and attention.
- How long does it take? Most students complete the course over 1–2 days after finishing the online academics, but timing depends on conditions and individual progress.
- Where do the dives take place? Deep dives are conducted at appropriate local sites, which may involve boat or shore access depending on location.
- What if conditions aren’t suitable? We reschedule as needed—safety and learning quality always come first.
- What if I need more time to master skills? Extra training sessions can be added; certification is based on demonstrated competence, not a clock.
- Do I need special equipment? Standard scuba gear is required; additional recommendations are discussed during planning.
- Is this course safe if I’m cautious about depth? Yes. The course is designed to build judgment and confidence gradually, within conservative limits.
Ready to Get Started?
This course begins with a short phone consult to understand your experience level, goals, and preferred dive locations. We’ll confirm prerequisites, logistics, and any additional costs so there are no surprises.