The Navigation Diver course is an essential training program that enhances your underwater navigation skills, giving you the confidence to find your way in any dive environment.
Online Learning
Begin your training by diving into engaging online modules. These will teach you:
The use of underwater compasses.
Natural navigation techniques using landmarks and environmental cues.
Strategies for estimating distance underwater.
Navigational patterns and search techniques.
Learn at your own pace as you build a strong theoretical foundation in underwater navigation.
Open Water Dives
Next, you’ll apply your skills during open water dives. Under real-world conditions, you’ll:
Plot and follow multiple navigation routes.
Locate specific dive sites or return to your starting point with accuracy.
Execute search patterns to find objects underwater.
Blend compass and natural navigation techniques effectively.
Your instructor will guide you through each dive, offering feedback to refine your navigation skills.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the Navigation Diver course, you’ll earn a certification that demonstrates your ability to confidently navigate underwater.
This qualification prepares you to explore dive sites independently and enhances your overall diving experience.
Navigation Diver
Minimum Age: 10
Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification
Pool Sessions: 0
Open Water Dives: 2